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Inspired by the Coast

Inspired by the Coast – Don Taylor

We are delighted to introduce Don Taylor, an artist who takes his inspiration from the land and sea of the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall. Working with driftwood, coppiced wood, and the unique serpentine stone that can only be found here, natural materials fuel his creativity.

by South West Coast Path AssociationMay 6, 2026May 11, 2026
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New Boardwalk opens on Porlock Marsh, Exmoor

Working in partnership to deliver a new 70 metre long boardwalk at Porlock Marsh West will enable easier access all year round.

by South West Coast Path AssociationJanuary 6, 2026
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History Around the Coast Path – Part VIII – Empire, Conflict, and Recovery – the early 20th Century

In the eighth instalment of our series on the ‘History Around the Coast Path’, guest writer and SWCPA Chair, Bob Mark, explores the expansion of the British Empire and socio-political changes of the early 20th century.

by South West Coast Path AssociationJanuary 31, 2024March 20, 2025
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Eyes along the coast

Today, 60 National Coastwatch Institution stations and 2,700 highly trained volunteers keep a visual watch around the coastline, supporting the Coastguard and other rescue services. Get your Coast Path Passport stamped at one of twenty-four NCI stations along the SWCP.

by South West Coast Path AssociationJanuary 9, 2024March 20, 2025
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History Around the Coast Path – Part V – Wars with France, Taxes, Smuggling, and the Creation of our Path

In the fifth instalment of our series on the ‘History Around the Coast Path’, guest writer and SWCPA Chair, Bob Mark, explores the fascinating history of smuggling goods along our coastline and the ensuing creation of the coast path.

by South West Coast Path AssociationAugust 2, 2023March 20, 2025
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History Around the Coast Path – Part II – Early Medieval –  Saints & Monasteries, Kings & Castles

SWCPA Chair, Bob Mark, shares the second article in his series that explores the history on and around the South West Coast Path.

by South West Coast Path AssociationApril 26, 2023March 20, 2025
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During Mental Health Awareness week (11-17 May), we’ve been reflecting on how walking along the South West Coast Path is a simple, powerful way to support mental health. Whether it’s just a few steps or the whole 630 miles, we know the Path moves people, and we love supporting people in getting out and enjoying this incredible natural asset. Windy, fresh, breezy and bracing - all words to describe what it feels like to walk on the Coast Path at the moment! But those views, and that precious ribbon of trail between the green and blue never ceases to deliver awe inspiring views. Happy #nationalwalkingmonth 🥾 A recent Coast Path Connectors walker summed it up perfectly: The coastal environment of the South West Coast Path is a constant source of inspiration and creativity for artists, and we are delighted to continue our feature series ‘Inspired by the Coast’, and introduce sculptor, @taylordonj. What a blooming beautiful time of year for walking the South West Coast Path. Moments captured on the Coast Path in Cornwall. Blue skies, a seal feeding in the shallows of the bay, and wildflowers adding colour to the landscape. We love spring on the trail! 🌼🌸🌱🦭

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