Salcombe to Bolt Head - a short walk using the South West Coast Path



Short Walks (up to one day) Suitable for Heritage Suitable for Wildlife Suitable for Scenery
Walk name: Salcombe to Bolt Head
: South Sands, Salcombe
Finish location: South Sands, Salcombe
Distance: 3 miles (4km)
Grade Moderate
Terrain Coastal footpath uneven and rocky in places; surfaced road; field footpath.
Circular Walk: Yes
Free from obstacles & steep gradients: No

Walk description:

Passing through an enchanted landscape of rocky spires and jumbled pinnacles, with inspiring views in all directions, this is a coastal walk guaranteed to lift the spirits. The South Devon AONB Service have produced a leaflet for this walk giving directions, along with information on the wildlife, geology and history of the area. It can be viewed and printed by clicking on the ‘Printer friendly page’ button on the right hand side, near the bottom of the page. To find out more about the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and download other walks visit their website - http://www.southdevonaonb.org.uk

Public transport information:
There are bus services to Salcombe. 606 from Kingsbridge; 92 from Plymouth and Kingsbridge. From bus stop follow the pedestrian signs to town centre and Whitestrand Pontoon.
For details visit Traveline or phone 0871 200 2233
Toilets:
Public toilets at South Sands and at Whitestrand, Salcombe.
Nearest Car parks:
Shadycombe Car Park, Salcombe (Postcode for Sat Nav:TQ8 9ND) for ferry to South Sands from Whitestrand Pontoon. Pay and display. Tides Reach car park, South Sands.
Nearest refreshments:
Several pubs, cafes and restaurants in Salcombe. Tides Reach Hotel, South Sands serves refreshments and cream teas.
Further Information:
Salcombe Tourist Information Centre or phone 01548 843927870
Public payphone at South Sands and at Whitestrand, Salcombe.
OS Explorer Map number: 0L 20

Path News
* The 2010 Coast Path Photo Competition
* How to see the walks in Google Earth.

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PICTURE: Salcombe Estuary
Salcombe Estuary

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