Fiona Barltrop relishes one of the best coastal walks in the country
RDUOUS it may be, but the 15.3-mile stretch of coast path between Hartland Quay and Bude is one of the most spectacular sections of the South West Coast Path National Trail. The SWCP Association’s annual guide grades it ‘severe’ with an overall ascent of some 4000ft. Indeed, there are ten steep, deep river valleys to cross along the way. Nonetheless, any suitably fit person with plenty of stamina who takes it in their stride should enjoy a great day
