Walking in the countryside at Sidmouth. It has 139 footpaths and bridleways covering a total of 60 miles. South West Coast Path: Sidmouth to Exmouth ist ein 12.9 Meilen langer Streckenabschnitt in der Nähe von Sidmouth, Devon, England. It has 139 footpaths and bridleways covering a total of 60 miles. Carry on browsing if you're happy with this, or find out how to manage cookies. There’s an enormous value in our public rights of way. Otters end month as table-topping team after midweek home win, Vikings’ net after 10 seconds in midweek defeat to Torridgeside, Sidmouth runners enjoy the 2020 Exmouth 10k - a race reduced in number size owing to Coivd-19, Sidmouth Captains Away Day success for Brian Margison and Paul Blay, Tipton St John all set for opening league game. Every contribution will help us continue to produce local journalism that makes a measurable difference to our community. There is an accessible circular route which offers views in both directions along the historic Jurassic coastline, as well as longer, more strenuous walks. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Continue along Two Bridge Road then soon left into Brook Lane.

East Devon is a hiker’s paradise with miles of wide, narrow, flat, steep, undulating, tarmacked and earthy footpaths, stretching across a vast expanse of coastline and countryside. You’ll find a variety of walking trails and routes that are signposted around the area for you to follow offering a variety of experiences from the gentle to the more challenging. nestling beneath majestic red cliffs and the green hills of the glorious Sid Valley. Click the link in the orange box above for details. The Sid Valley and the countryside are great places to go for a walk. For a moderately challenging walk, why not follow the Jurassic Coast trail from Sidmouth to Seaton? Peak Hill and Mutter’s Moor is around 3 miles in length and has a few different routes ranging from easy to moderate. Their actions ensure the routes in the parish remain free from obstruction and easy to use. Mutter’s Moor has its own car park just outside town near the golf club and during the summer you can catch the Sidmouth Hopper Bus to the moor, making it easy to access. One more click to download free walks in the beautiful Seaton area. Our industry faces testing times, which is why we're asking for your support. The P3 initiative began in the 1980s, when a national steering committee encouraged parish and town councils to engage their legal powers and maintain rights of way. Download the Sid Valley Ring walk brochure here. In the last three or four years the working party has spent quite a lot of time repairing them, and being quite innovative. If you are a keen walker then you are spoilt for choice with walks along local footpaths and bridleways as well as peaceful country lanes. Chandler’s Cottage guests can join this walk where it crosses Temple Street, just 5 minutes walk from the front door.

Funding initially came from the Countryside Commission, but finance reduced and ceased altogether after 10 years. Each week, volunteer Ian Collins leads a group from the community to help complete a variety of tasks that include mending boardwalks, bridges, stiles, gates, surfaces and undertaking seasonal vegetation management. You can also find many pleasant cycle rides in the area and the beach at … It has 139 footpaths and bridleways covering a total of 60 miles. ● EDDC Countryside services: https://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/walks-in-east-devon/, ● East Devon Area of Natural Beauty: www.eastdevonaonb.org.uk/explore/get-active/walking, ● South West Coast Path: www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk/walk-coast-path/south-west-coast-path-national-trail/day-walks/, ● Wild East Devon: www.wildeastdevon.co.uk, ● Ordnance Survey and Natural England have designed a useful go-to guide, providing important information about what outdoor spaces are open, car park opening hours and the available facilities in popular spots. Returning along the clifftops above, where there are spectacular views in either direction of red cliffs soaring beyond the white, the walk links the villages of Beer and Branscombe with tales of smugglers, Romans and lacemakers. Open to the public, the AONB features many protected sites and conservation areas that are free to explore on foot or by bike. “A number of routes have steps, but they will deteriorate with use. The track starts at Woodbury Common, leading on to Colaton Raleigh Common, and crosses open heathland and then woodland around Woodbury Castle. “If there was a problem in the Byes, people would speak up about it. Look out for dragonflies and kingfishers, moths and butterflies, frogs and fish, ducks and waders. They walk up the hill or around the valley. Home Free walks Walking: Maps Clubs Books Useful links Contact. With this walk discover the stories of these past industrial relics that lie hidden behind the tranquil beauty of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The moderate-graded walk, taking in Colyton, Shute Hill and part of the Axe Valley, is an interesting circular, rewarding hikers with panoramic views of the Axe Valley – with Axminster to the north east and Seaton, and the sea, to the south. Running inland, and broadly parallel to the coastline between Exmouth and Lyme Regis, the route largely follows a series of public footpaths and bridleways. Running inland, and broadly parallel to the coastline between Exmouth and Lyme Regis, the route largely follows a series of public footpaths and bridleways. “P3 is a significant asset for the town.”. With this walk discover the stories of these past industrial relics that lie hidden behind the tranquil beauty of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. East Devon Ramblers are a very enthusiastic and friendly group, and we invite you to walk with us.Visitors and new members are most welcome. To work out how to break up the walk into different daily sections, visit www.eastdevonway.org.uk, The Coast Path between Ladram Bay and Seaton. If you want to escape the crowds this summer, then you may wish to pound one of the many footpaths or bridleways in the area instead. A pleasure in autumn, whne the leaves start... An inland walk exploring the history of a community which turned to farming when the river silted up and the maritime trade began to wane. var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; An especially good walk for younger children, who will love the abundance of wildlife and the many viewing places. “All of the volunteers should be proud of their efforts and they are much appreciated by the county council, as well as the thousands of people who make use of the routes.”. This can be traced back to Roman times and has been a major industry in the area. There are stunning views across to Sidmouth from many sections of this accessible walk, Meet the friendly donkeys at the Donkey Sanctuary, A view of Sidmouth can be glimpsed from the area around Peak Hill, Spectacular views await on the Salcombe Hill to Sidmouth walk, Come and enjoy a walk in this outstanding countryside, In almost every direction there are snap-worthy views. I had to speak up on behalf of Sidmouth Town Council and users of that footpath. Home Free walks Walking: Maps Clubs Books Useful links Contact. To provide you with the best experience, cookies are used on this site. There are around 60 miles of footpaths in the Sidmouth area, all of which need some attention from the Parish Paths Partnership. It was totally different from a normal planning application. A walk through prehistory, following ancient tracks through an area thought to be densely populated in the Stone Age. Our industry faces testing times, which is why we're asking for your support. I am life member of the SVA and coordinator for the P3 Parish Paths Partnership and with a group of hardy volunteers help to maintain the 60 miles of public footpaths in the Sid Valley, from those in Sidmouth Town to Putts Corner in the north and beyond Salcombe Regis to the East. here are nine suggestions for walks around East Devon for you to enjoy. A From the car park walk towards Sidford. Enjoy incredible views on this gentle walk around Salcombe Hill in Devon. ● Seaton Wetlands – the appeal of this beautiful nature reserve, with its abundance of wildlife, led to a sell-out of all of its bespoke guided walking tours throughout July. Explore the coastal corridor with these walks along and around the South West Coast Path. There is no better way to truly explore this beautiful town and the surrounding area than on foot. Welcome. Alternatively, follow one of the pathways signposted through the Byes and Sid Valley  or for more of a challenge take on Peak Hill and Mutter’s Moor where you’ll get to enjoy views of Otter Valley. Circular walk including Sidmouth seafront and part of the Byes as well as Mutter’s Moor: Sidmouth – valley, ridge and Jurassic Coast (5.5 miles). B Follow lane for about half a mile then turn right on to a public footpath (signed). You are here > Things To Do > Activities > Walking & Hiking.

The walk allows you to see around 30 of the region’s top attractions, as well as passing through Sidbury and Salcombe Regis. Within the Sid Valley there are 39 miles of footpaths and 20 miles of bridleways. East Devon Ramblers are a very enthusiastic and friendly group, and we invite you to walk with us.Visitors and new members are most welcome. This email address is being protected from spambots.

If you’re wanting a marathon of a walk, rather than a sprint, then the 40 miles of the East Devon Way should prove to be just the ticket.