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South West Coast Path: Westward Ho! to Padstow | Stage 2 | 8 Days

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South West Coast Path: Westward Ho! to Padstow | Stage 2 | 8 Days

  • Walk in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty from Devon into Cornwall.
  • Fantastic local seafood restaurants, like Rick Stein’s in Padstow.
  • Sublime views from the many headlands, particularly Hartland point.
  • Tintagel Castle, the mythical birth place of King Arthur.
  • UNESCO North Devon Biosphere Reserve with special landscapes and wildlife.
Walk the South West Coast Path from Devon into Cornwall from the wonderfully named Westward Ho! to the fashionable seaside town of Padstow. The trail varies every step of the way swooping down from high cliffs to secluded coves, meandering through pretty villages and crossing vast sandy beaches. Enjoy freshly caught fish for dinner, wander through Clovelly’s cobbled streets and explore Tintagel Castle, the birthplace of King Arthur. Wildlife is ever present, such as dolphins, seals, whales and seabirds including, if you are lucky, puffins.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Westward Ho! and overnight Day 2 Westward Ho! to Clovelly 11 miles / 18 km Day 3 Clovelly to Hartland Quay 10 miles / 16 km Day 4 Hartland Quay to Bude 15.5 miles / 24.5 km Day 5 Bude to Boscastle 17.5 miles / 28 km Day 6 Boscastle to Port Isaac 13.5 miles / 22 km Day 7 Port Isaac to Padstow 12.5 miles / 20.5 km Day 8 Onward travel
THIS TRIP'S CARBON SCORE

This trip has a carbon score of 12kg per person per night, meaning it’s one of our best trips! For comparison, a carbon count of 12kg is equivalent to 5 bunches of flowers (grown in the Netherlands). Here at Macs, we pride ourselves on being a responsible travel company and continue to adopt, develop and innovate ways to positively impact the environment. Find out more information on how we've carbon counted our trips.

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  • The South West Coast Path

    Join us on a walk from St Ives to Penzance on the South West Coast Path. This remote and exhilarating walk along the clifftops visits the bustling towns, golden sands and secluded coves of Cornwall.

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    In this episode of People Behind the Scenery, we meet Clare Fraser, the heart and soul of Elmsdale Guesthouse in Penzance. Nestled in a beautifully restored Victorian townhouse, Elmsdale offers five relaxing en-suite rooms, a delicious breakfast, and a warm Cornish welcome. Clare's mission is simple: to provide a friendly and relaxing stay in high-quality Bed & Breakfast accommodation. Whether you're visiting Cornwall's stunning beaches, countryside walks, or fishing harbours, Elmsdale is the perfect base. Join us as we delve into Clare's story and discover the passion behind this charming guesthouse.

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