The walk starts from the car park at County Gate. From here cross the road and follow the footpath signs for the Sugarloaf. This is one of the finest viewpoints on the Exmoor Coast. From here, descend down the eastern side to join the Coast Path (SS807491). Turn left, keeping to the Coast Path, until you cross a small stream (SS802492).

Turn right, following the sign for the Pinetum and Beach. Take time to admire some of the fine tree specimens, old trout pool and icehouse – all part of the old Glenthorne estate. Continue down to reach the beach (SS800495). This is a superb spot for lunch.

Retrace your steps for 200 metres and follow the signs for ‘Ben’s Path’. Please take note of all ‘Private’ signs as Glenthorne house is not open to the public. This will bring you back to the Coast Path at Coscombe (SS795491).

Follow it towards Lynmouth, past Sister’s Fountain and along the Glenthorne drive for a short way. A section of heavy rhododendron follows for about 1 mile until you reach Wingate Combe (SS779495). Turn off the Coast Path and follow the path up Wingate Combe, eventually exiting through a dense pine plantation (SS784492).

Follow the sign across the field to Old Burrow – a Roman lookout point. From here turn south, picking up the footpath back to County Gate. Cross the A39 and walk over the hill to return to your starting point.