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A Year on the Coast Path

Artist Emma Scattergood has spent the Association’s 50th birthday year, walking and sketching the South West Coast Path with the aim of creating 50 pictures to celebrate it. Here Emma reflects on her year on the Path, and how it has worked its ‘magic’ on her.

by South West Coast Path AssociationDecember 4, 2023March 20, 2025
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50 Reasons to Love the South West Coast Path

Our fiftieth celebrations have highlighted to us why we hold the Path dear – they have inspired challenge, creativity, wellbeing, friendships, and celebrations for our wonderful volunteers… the list goes on! In this blog, we share 50 reasons why we love Britain’s longest National Trail.

by South West Coast Path AssociationNovember 2, 2023March 19, 2025
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Solo Hiking on the Coast Path

In the first of this blog series on solo hiking, we explore the motivation behind solo journeys and relate them to experiences on the South West Coast Path.

by South West Coast Path AssociationNovember 2, 2023March 20, 2025
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The Turn of the Season – Autumn Hiking on the SWCP

As we enter a new season, we reflect on the changing landscape and wildlife that emerges throughout the autumn months. As the days shorten and the temperature dips, we’ve shared some handy tips to help get you trail-ready for autumn.

by South West Coast Path AssociationOctober 3, 2023March 20, 2025
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A Way Maker Welcome

Enjoying a Way Maker Welcome on the 50th Anniversary Trailblazer Walk  

by South West Coast Path AssociationAugust 18, 2023April 9, 2025
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A Coastal Adventure

Read about the solo journey of Mike Hancock who travelled the 630 mile SWCP route in 31 days!

by South West Coast Path AssociationJuly 28, 2023March 20, 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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