A challenging walk with fabulous views, diverse terrain and empty beaches which follows the South West Coast Path before passing through Devon villages on the way back to Beer.
Distance: 12.1 miles (19.5 km)
Ascent: 751 metres
Route grade: 55 (equivalent to Challenging)
Time to allow: From 6h 15m to 9h 45m
Starting point: YHA Beer 
Grid reference: SY 223 896
What3Words: ///wacky.passion.statement
End point: Circular, to YHA Beer
Region: South West of England
Type of walk: Coast, Countryside
National Parks & National Landscapes: East Devon National Landscape
Trails and Ways: England Coast Path, South West Coast Path
Wheelchair accessible: No 
Pushchair accessible: No 
Stile free: No 
Seats on route: Yes 
Toilets: Yes 
Touch free: No 
Food and Drink: Cafe/s, Pub/s, Shop/s This route is included in: YHA Festival of Walking
YHA and walking have been perfect partners since 1930. YHA celebrates with a walking festival in autumn so everyone gets the chance to discover the joy of walking. This walk was produced as one of the 180 self guided walks which start and finish at hostels.
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OS Maps: OS Explorer 1:25k (115) Exmouth and Sidmouth & OS Explorer 1:25k (116) Lyme Regis and Bridport
