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Enjoy pest-free walking this summer

Along with lovely weather comes not so lovely stuff like troublesome ticks, blood sucking horseflies and prickly plants such as brambles and thistles (where many of these little nasties like to hide). Below is some advice on what to look out for and how to prevent getting bitten or stung whilst out walking.

by South West Coast Path AssociationJuly 17, 2019March 20, 2025
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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 🌈 🥾 Dreaming of a really, really big walk? The long and winding path.........

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