PHOTOGRAPHY – The South West Coast Path

On the Edge: Walking the South West Coast Path with Limited Sight

A selection of images entered into the 2025 SWCP Photographer of the Year Competition introduced us to one of our valuable members, Lena Welch, and her epic challenge to walk the South West Coast Path in stages. Friends and walk supporters captured some special moments on the Jurassic Coast section with one photograph being awarded a third place in the People and Path category of the competition. We are delighted to share Lena’s journey so far.

Explore Inspired by the Coast

Behind the Lens III

A photo essay of the 2025 Photographer of the Year winning images PLUS the runner up images. Discover the story behind the lens and read about the photographers who have inspired our judges, and captured some truly stunning images of their time on the South West Coast Path in 2025.

Inspired by the Coast

Inspired by the Coast – Dreya Glass

Introducing Dreya Glass Art, where glass artworks are shaped and inspired by Dreya’s love for the sea and coastline. For Dreya, the ocean is a constant force in her life, from a childhood in West Africa, to the shores of Cornwall, Dreya’s art reflects her passion for the coast and the ocean environment.

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.

Environment

A River Runs Through It – Celebrating World Rivers Day

To celebrate World Rivers Day we hear from the Voices of Water Foundation (VoW) founder, Emmeline Hardisty, who is campaigning for better protection of the Rivers and Rias (drowned river valleys) in England and Wales, as she takes on a pilgrimage, a ‘tributary mission’, to raise awareness of VoW and its campaign.

Community Engagement Explore Wildlife

Celebrating National Insect Week – Spotting Insects in Dorset

In celebration of National Insect Week (23rd – 29th June), Catherine Mason (Community Engagement – Dorset) shares highlights from a misty but magical community walk over Ballard Down with the Loft community group. Despite the drizzle, the chalk grasslands gradually revealed a buzzing array of wildlife, from marbled white butterflies to bush crickets and red-tailed bumblebees. As the sun broke through, the wildflower meadows burst into life with thirteen butterfly species and countless other pollinators making an appearance.