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Environment Inspired by the Coast

Celebrating World Photography Day

This Monday 19th August is World Photography Day, and what better than to talk about capturing the changing land and seascapes, wealth of heritage, adventures and people on Britain’s longest National Trail through the lens.

by South West Coast Path AssociationAugust 16, 2024March 20, 2025
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Explore Wildlife

8 Marine Animals to Spot on the South West Coast Path

To celebrate National Marine Week (27 July – 11 August), we’ve compiled a list of 8 marine animals to look out for on your SWCP wanders.

by South West Coast Path AssociationAugust 7, 2024March 20, 2025
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Explore

Walkabout – walking for mind, body and soul

Walkabout, a Coast Path Friendly activity, offers a transformative journey for women along the South West Coast Path in Cornwall.

by South West Coast Path AssociationAugust 2, 2024March 20, 2025
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Community Engagement

Coast Path Connectors Summer Update

We’re back with a summer update on our National Lottery Heritage Funded Coast Path Connectors Project. Our POs have been out spotting summer wildlife, exploring hidden gems and celebrating the work of our fantastic volunteers.

by South West Coast Path AssociationAugust 1, 2024March 20, 2025
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Community Engagement

Coast Path Connectors Torbay Celebrates its 100th Walk

Stuart Riddle, Torbay CPC Project Officer, writes about the evolution of the National Lottery Heritage funded project in Torbay, and the Torbay hub’s 100th walk which took place last week.

by South West Coast Path AssociationJuly 1, 2024March 20, 2025
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Wildlife

Celebrating butterflies during National Insect Week

This National Insect Week (24th-30th June) we spoke to University of Cambridge Master’s student, Alex Petter, about species of butterfly to look out for on the South West Coast Path.

by South West Coast Path AssociationJune 24, 2024March 21, 2025
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World Mental Health Day 2026 💚 Postcards from the Path Our community engagement work focuses on helping people access and enjoy the South West Coast Path, creating opportunities for people who may not otherwise have the chance to experience it. Last month our National Trail Officer, Lorna, headed to Dorset and had a productive day with the Area Rep volunteer for the Abbotsbury to South Haven Point stretch, discussing the opportunities and challenges along this section of the trail. Postcards from the Path Today, we are celebrating National Poetry Day 🌈

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  • World Mental Health Day 2026 : Real voices, real change
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