South West Coast of England
Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset
Discover the South-West Coast of England on holiday or on your doorstep
Articles
7 secret beaches in South West England
(Wanderlust)
Our top South West coast walks
(National Trust)
The 8 Most Beautiful Coastal Walks in Cornwall
(Culture Trip)
7 enticing beaches in Cornwall
(Visit Great Britain)
South Devon coast and countryside
(National Trust)
The Complete Guide To: Coastal Devon
(The Independent)
10 of the prettiest coastal walks in Devon
(Devon Life)
Thirteen stunning beaches in Dorset, Devon and Somerset
(Somerset Live)
The hidden secrets of the Somerset coastline
(Somerset Life)
The Complete Guide To: The Dorset Coast
(The Independent)
Listings
Hand Picked & Reviewed
South West England beaches
South West England is justly famous for its diverse and intriguing coastline...
South West Coast Path
All you need to enjoy one of the world’s best long distance walks...
England Coast Path in the south west
Find out about Natural England's progress with improving coastal access...
South Devon Coast
The English Riviera website presents information about the South Devon Coast.
The Exmoor Coast
The Exmoor coast has sandy beaches to rocky inlets, all waiting to be discovered...
South West - England's Coast
Visit Devon and Cornwall for the perfect seaside or coastal holiday...
Things to do/Places to go - Cornwall
Visit Cornwall presents ideas for places to go and activities on the Cornish coast.
South Devon Coast
With dramatic cliffs and rocky coastlines, family resorts, beach front cafes...
SW Coast Path - National Trails
One of the best walks in the world, where else can you walk along 630 miles of such superb coastline?...
South West - Scenic Rail
With details of some spectacular train routes hugging the coastline.
Beaches in Cornwall - Council
General information and details of beaches, coastal wildlife...
North Cornish Coast - Cornwall Guide
A short guide to the North Cornwall coast with further details of places on the way.
Cornwall Beaches
Cornwall has no shortage of fantastic beaches and coves, over 150 to put a number on it...
At Sea - Cornwall Wildlife Trust
Explore the sea and shore, record species, Marine Protected Areas information and more.
Beaches - Visit South Devon
Extensive information about all the beaches of South Devon.
North Devon Coast AONB
171 km² of distinctive and magnificent coastal landscapes between the Cornish border and Exmoor National Park...
Coasts and seas - Devon Council
At Devon County Council's Environment pages find information on their Marine Strategy, Protected Areas and Maritime Forum.
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site
The Jurassic Coast covers 95 miles of truly stunning coastline from East Devon to Dorset...
South Devon AONB
The Coast and Countryside of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Cornwall Coast - RSPB
Explore Nature Reserves and discover the work of the RSPB in the area.
Explore Devons Landscape
With an interactive map and details of coastal sites.
Beaches - Visit Dorset
Dorset's Beaches are considered some of the best beaches in the south of England...
Beaches and coast - Dorset Council
Lots of useful and practical information at Dorset County Council.
Sponsored Listings
Haven sites on the South West Coast
Good for camping and touring as well as hosting chalets and lodges Haven has sites at Perran Sands and Riviere Sands in Cornwall, Devon Cliffs and a half dozen more sites on the coastline in Somerset and Dorset.
Rural Retreats with Sea Views
A wide selection of self-catering accommodation including charming cottages, beach huts and even lighthouse stays on the Cornwall coast, Devon and Dorset coastlines.
Hideaways in the South West
Cosy Cottages and secluded properties throughout the counties in the South West of England. Choose from Hideaways in Dorset, Cornwall or The Cotswolds.
The Best of Exmoor
A small independent agency offering cottages in the magical Exmoor National Park, Somerset and Devon. On the coast with sea views, on farms in the Park...
South West Coast News
South West Coast Path latest news- Coronavirus and the Coast Path
- Ultra-runner sets new record for completing the South West Coast PathUltra-runner and running coach Kristian Morgan from London has set a new Fastest Known Time (FKT) for completing the South West Coast Path (SWCP), Britain’s longest National Trail.
- New app set to help you walk in the footsteps of Plymouth’s pastA brand new app featuring self-guided walking trails throughout Plymouth is now available to download, giving visitors and locals alike the chance to explore the city through new eyes and discover more about its complex history.
- Survey reveals how SWCP supported during lockdownNew survey reveals the South West Coast Path has been a lifeline for many during lockdown
- Creatives back charity campaign to support Coast PathKeith Tunnicliffe with his linocut print of the South West Coast Path at Mansands.