Start Point- South Devon
A beautifully scenic accessible-for-all walking route along the rugged South Devon coastline.
Details
Length: 1.3 miles
Terrain: Tarmac
Difficulty: Easy - Moderate
About
This fantastic route is not only wheelchair accessible, but on a clear day it offers stunning views as far as the eye can see.
The trail is part of the South West Coast Path and begins at Start Point car park, where there is a gate that leads you straight onto the tarmac path. This runs in a gradual downhill slope to Start Point Lighthouse (0.6 miles), then back uphill (0.6 miles) to return to the starting point- Start Point car park.
Being one of the most exposed peninsulas on the English coastline, you might prefer to visit on a calm day- but if you’re like us, you’ll think that high winds and rain just add to the adventure!
Note: Manual wheelchair users may need assistance as the climb back up to the car park is relatively steep.
Points Of Interest
Start Point Lighthouse- Guiding ships through the English Channel for over 150 years!
Spectacular views across the dramatic coastline, even as far as the Isle of Portland in Dorset.
Wildlife to spot- An array of sea birds, and occasionally seals and even dolphins.
How To Get There
Start Point Car Park, Stokenham, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 2ET
Coordinates: 50.225989, -3.654474
Start Point Car Park is situated 4 miles from Stokenham, down a long, single-track lane with passing places. The car park is made up of a mixture of tarmac, gravel and grass, and offers stunning views before you even leave your car!
