Budleigh Salterton to Otterton

The five-mile walk from Budleigh Salterton to Otterton is graded easy to moderate and is a brilliant South Devon walk choice for bird watchers in particular. Free from hurdles and steep hills, the views you’ll be treated to during this walk are well worth the stroll. Leaving Budleigh Salterton via the Otter Estuary, the sea wall makes for a great path from which to spot the area’s birdlife.

The walk crosses the scenic River Otter and follows the nearby cliff tops, presenting another fantastic opportunity to take in the beautiful views of the World Heritage Coast. Keep your eyes peeled for the WW2 missile testing station at Brandy Head, and come off the South West Coast Path just ahead of Ladram Bay so that you can head to Otterton along the pretty rural lanes.

The Southerly Pull of Prawle Point

This pretty country walk is four miles long and starts and ends at East Prawle, in Kingsbridge. This walk is circular and largely unchallenging, although it does include one or two hills and some uneven paths.

Wander the tranquil South Hams countryside in the footsteps of smugglers, miners and farmers and see Devon’s most southerly tip – Prawle Point.

There is a peaceful sense of history along these quiet lanes, and as they lead past the shore the feeling of walking ancient paths makes this a peaceful South Devon walk great for getting away from it all.

There are toilet facilities along the way, and seasonal pubs to be found at East Prawle.

Higher Brownstone to Froward Point

Starting at Higher Brwonstone car park, near Kingswear, this South Devon walk is three miles long and graded moderate.

The walk encompasses striking headland with views right over the River Dart’s mouth, and the return journey along the area’s cliff tops makes this a brilliant choice of walk to blow the cobwebs out!

There is plenty of wildlife to spot along the journey, and look out for the historic Brownstone Battery complex which was constructed in 1942.

Birdwatchers should take a look out to the Mew Stone during a walk, offshore from the Battery, as it is home to a large colony of seabirds, as well as the odd grey seal (if you're lucky)!

Berry Head Nature Reserve, Brixham

Berry Head National Nature Reserve, forts and visitors centre is an unchallenging two-mile South Devon walk which those with an eye for wildlife will love. Starting and finishing at the Berry Head Visitor Centre, the walk follows smooth paths with few hills – so it’s suitable for all. Berry Head Nature Reserve is a vital wildlife spot in Torbay, with a large number of seabirds to be spotted in the nearby cliffs, and many rare plants throughout due to the warm climate and thin soil.

Also, this walk passes some fantastic vantage points for spotting the occasional sea mammal down below! You can’t miss the two Napolenoic forts that have overlooked Brixham for generations, and also look out for the highest and smallest lighthouse in Britain!