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    South West Coast Path: South Hole to Bude

    Difficulty
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    Hard
    Duration
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    5.5-7.5h
    Distance
    This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
    19.3 km
    Elevation
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    732 m
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    South West Coast Path: South Hole to Bude

    Beginning in Devon and ending in Cornwall, the South West Coast Path: South Hole to Bude is one of the more challenging sections of this famous long-distance walking route. While out on the trail, you will traverse some rugged and undulating coastal terrain as you walk along the water’s edge and pass between these two counties. If you aren’t planning on completing the entirety of the South West Coast Path, be sure to arrange a pick up at the endpoint of the walk.

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    Route Description for South West Coast Path: South Hole to Bude

    If you are looking to experience the stunning scenery of the North Devon coast and give your legs a really tough workout in the process, then the South West Coast Path: South Hole to Bude is the perfect route for you. Setting out from the trailhead, you will make your way to the south along the edge of the cliff, traversing the countless ups and downs that characterize the landscape along the border of Devon and Cornwall. After making your way through the beautifully scenic terrain of the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the trail will flatten out on the final approach into the town of Bude. Enjoy the final views looking out across the sea, as you enter into the town and walk its historic streets on route to the endpoint of the trail.

    Getting to the South West Coast Path: South Hole to Bude Trailhead

    To get to the South West Coast Path: South Hole to Bude trailhead from Saint Nectan’s Church in the village of Welcombe, drive northwest for 2.9 km, where you will find the trail on the left.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      Year-Round

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      No

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Low

    • Route Type

      One Way

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