cornwall – The South West Coast Path

Inspired by the Coast: Lucy Davies

Artist Lucy Davies draws deep inspiration from the Cornish coast, where decades of walking the cliffs between Padstow and Newquay have shaped her vibrant seascapes. Working in acrylics, inks and mixed media, she layers colour, texture and imagination to capture the drama of sea, sky and wild coastal plants. Painting from sketches made along the Coast Path, Lucy’s work reflects both the rugged beauty of Cornwall and the joy she feels while immersed in its ever-changing landscape.

Community Engagement

Walking in Bad Weather: Leading Community Walks All Year Round

There’s a saying that there’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing. While that may be partly true, leading community walks in poor weather requires far more than a good waterproof. As we’ve seen this year, unsettled weather has meant staying flexible and keeping a hopeful eye on the forecast.

Explore Way Makers

Winter Coastal Walking in Newquay, Cornwall

This month we’re delighted to welcome guest blogger and Way Maker business owner Wendy Randall of Graze Tapas and Bar in Newquay. Originally from Australia, Wendy has made her home in Cornwall’s surfing capital, where the sea, skies and seasons shape daily life.

Community Engagement Health and Wellbeing

Partnership and community with St Petrocs

In this Q & A, Mike Radford, Vocational Development Officer at St Petrocs (Cornwall-based homeless charity) reflects on the value of the partnership between St Petrocs and the South West Coast Path Association, and the positive impact of the Coast Path Connectors project. Together we have delivered around 30 walks that support wellbeing, build connections and open up inspiring experiences for residents, staff and partners along the South West Coast Path.

Community Engagement Health and Wellbeing SWCP Journeys

The South West Coast Path to fun, friendship and fitness

Do your New Year resolutions include tackling the South West Coast Path this year? To help you get started, whether it’s to walk a few steps or the full 630 miles, Coast Path Connectors’ volunteer Jane Leigh explains how she set out on the Path, and what keeps her walking.

Community Engagement Health and Wellbeing Volunteers

A year of community engagement walks on the South West Coast Path

2025 has been a great year for walking. Our fantastic Coast Path Connectors (CPC) team has been out in the heat of the summer, the wet of the autumn, and the cold of the winter, creating many opportunities for people to enjoy the wellbeing benefits of coastal walking.