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Walking for Wellbeing: How the Coast Path Supports Health

On World Health Day, we explore how the South West Coast Path supports health and wellbeing. From research showing its potential benefits for the NHS to the inspiring story of a fatigue management walking group in Torbay, this blog highlights how gentle coastal walks can build community, resilience and hope.

by South West Coast Path AssociationMarch 31, 2026May 14, 2026
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Undefined by pain, driven by purpose

As part of #WorldHealthDay 2021 we’ve been chatting to adventurer, educator and author Gail Muller about how the South West Coast Path has helped her cope with, and come through living with chronic pain. Here’s her story.

by South West Coast Path AssociationApril 7, 2021March 21, 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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  • World Mental Health Day 2026 : Real voices, real change
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  • Community Engagement: Summer Wrap Up
  • A Love Letter To Really Really Big Walks
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