Our volunteers are a fundamental part of our Coast Path Connectors Project; leading walks, preparing for walks and supporting participants when out walking. In this blog written by Alex, our Coast Path Connectors Project Manager, we will be having a look back at our 2024 online training session programme.
Today, 5th December, is International Volunteers Day, and we’re sharing stories from three of our fantastic volunteers across the SWCP. We talk to Active Devon Volunteer Award winner, Jeanie Blackall of Healing Steps; Local Path Rep and Coast Path Connectors (CPC) Walk Leader, Paul Miller; and Area Rep and CPC Volunteer, Bryn.
Wrapping up Coast Path Connectors for the end of the year, we’re thrilled to be able to continue this project into 2025. Catch up on the latest updates across the South West.
Winter is a fantastic time of year for getting out onto the Coast Path and spotting wildlife, particularly along the estuaries and marshes where birdlife is in full swing. Take a look at some recommendations of where to spot birdlife on and near to the Path.
In the latest instalment of our Inspired by the Coast series, we talk to Hannah Jenkinson, a Fine Art student at Cornwall College University Centre. Hannah works from a small studio built from reclaimed farm materials, that overlooks the South West Coast Path. She makes expressive visual art with a passion for exploring relationships with nature. She cherishes the stretch of coast path that runs through her home and has walked and sketched there for years.
This year we as a Charity will again be supporting Green Friday (29th November 2024) and Giving Tuesday (3rd December 2024); aiming to give people globally an opportunity to avoid the pressure to buy which comes with Black Friday and do something special for the planet.
The South West Coast Path 