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North Devon: Walking Between Surf Beaches, Estuaries and Wild Headlands
North Devon is one of the most varied stretches of the South West Coast Path. It covers around 80 miles of coastline and has a different feel from both North Cornwall and South Devon. Here the path looks out mainly across the Bristol Channel, so the sea can feel wide...
North Cornwall: Walking the Coast of Legends
North Cornwall is one of the toughest and most rewarding sections of the South West Coast Path. It is not the soft, postcard version of Cornwall. This coast is exposed, rugged and physically demanding, with steep climbs, deep valleys, huge cliffs and Atlantic winds that often arrive with real force....
West Cornwall: Walking the Wild Edge of England
West Cornwall is one of the most memorable sections of the South West Coast Path. It has the feeling of a place shaped by sea, stone and weather. Compared with the softer estuaries of South Cornwall, this part of the coast is more rugged and exposed. The cliffs are sharper,...
South Cornwall: A Quieter Coast of Harbours, Headlands and Hidden Bays
South Cornwall is one of the calmer and more sheltered sections of the South West Coast Path. Compared with the wild Atlantic edge of North Cornwall, this side of the county feels softer, slower and more settled. That does not mean it is boring. The route still has steep climbs,...
South Devon: Walking the Softer, Wilder Side of the English Coast
South Devon is one of the most varied sections of the South West Coast Path. It does not have the raw drama of far west Cornwall or the famous geology of the Jurassic Coast, but it has something equally appealing: a rich mixture of maritime history, quiet estuaries, hidden coves,...
Jurassic Coast: Walking Through England’s Deep Time
The Jurassic Coast is one of the most distinctive coastal walking areas in England. Stretching through East Devon and Dorset, it forms part of the South West Coast Path and is England’s only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site. For walkers, its appeal is not only the sea view, but the...
South Coast Walks in England: A Practical Outdoor Guide
If someone says “south coast walk England”, they are usually talking about one of the most rewarding walking experiences in the country: long sea views, chalk cliffs, fishing towns, wind-blown headlands, tidal beaches and surprisingly tough climbs. As someone used to walking in the UK, I would say the south...
South West Coast Path: A Practical Guide to Walking England’s Wild Coast
The South West Coast Path is one of the most famous long-distance walking routes in the UK. It stretches for about 630 miles from Minehead in Somerset to Poole Harbour in Dorset, passing through Devon and Cornwall along the way. Although it follows the coastline, it is not an easy...
One Person or Two Person Tent for UK Backpacking
Choosing between a one-person and a two-person tent sounds simple, but it is one of the most common backpacking gear dilemmas. A one-person tent saves weight. A two-person tent gives space. In the UK, where rain and condensation are part of the game, that extra space can matter more than...
How to Stop a Tent from Flapping in Wind
A flapping tent can ruin a night. It keeps you awake, makes the shelter feel less secure and can put extra strain on seams, poles and pegs. In windy UK conditions, especially on hills or open moorland, learning how to pitch quietly is worth the effort. Start with the pitch...
Best Tent Accessories for UK Wild Camping
A tent is only one part of a good shelter setup. The small accessories around it often decide how comfortable the night feels, especially in the UK. Rain, mud, wind and condensation have a way of exposing weak points quickly. The first upgrade I would look at is tent pegs....
How to Choose a Tent Footprint for Backpacking
A tent footprint is a simple thing, but it causes a lot of debate. Some backpackers never leave home without one. Others think it is dead weight. The truth is somewhere in the middle. A footprint sits underneath your tent floor. Its main job is to protect the groundsheet from...