More sections of King Charles coast path has now opened in Devon
More than 150 miles of King Charles III England Coast Path is now complete in Devon
Covering more than 150 miles along the north and south coasts of Devon, two new sections of the King Charles III England Coast Path have been officially opened.
The works form part of a national programme to create a coastal footpath around the whole of England and establish coastal access rights between the trail and mean low water.
Once completed, it will be the longest managed coastal walking route in the world and the UK’s longest National Trail. In Devon, the paths adopt and in places improve the existing South West Coast Path.
On the north coast, the new section stretches from Combe Martin to Marsland Mouth on the Devon-Cornwall border, whilst on the south coast the new section is from Cremyll at the Tamar estuary, to Kingswear.
Andrea Ayres of Natural England said: “Natural England wants to make it easier for everyone to connect with nature, and the new sections of the King Charles III England Coast Path will give people the chance to explore amazing landscapes on both the north and south coasts of Devon.
“By joining up the places where people live, work and enjoy, the improved coast path will benefit the local economy and local communities and makes it easier for everyone to enjoy.”
Councillor Jacqi Hodgson, Devon County Council cabinet member for climate change and biodiversity said: “The King Charles III England Coast Path is a wonderful addition to the National Trails family. In addition to the significant contribution to health and wellbeing, the Coast Path provides for and supports green infrastructure within and between Devon’s Protected Landscapes, enabling our communities and visitors to sensitively enjoy our amazing coastline.”
Lorna Sherriff, National Trail Officer, South West Coast Path Association said: “It’s wonderful to see the investment along the Coast Path around Devon. These works have enhanced the trail, and the new crossing of the B3231 at Down End near Croyde is an improvement, which the charity has been championing to ensure the safety of walkers in this area."
There's more about the project here