West Down Beacon at 423 feet (129 m) is the highest point on this stretch of coast path. There are great views out to sea or along the coast in either direction.

MCW73

September 27, 2024

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High above the red cliffs and sparkling sea of Littleham Cove the South West Coast Path travels to West Down Beacon, once a fire beacon and then during the Napoleonic Wars a signal station.

Lianne

September 23, 2025

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Great view with some benches around, though most hidden in the shrubs 😊

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2. Exmouth sea front & Orcombe Point coastal loop from Budleigh Salterton — East Devon

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3. Otterton Ledge – Otter Estuary Nature Reserve loop from Orcombe Point

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Location: Budleigh Salterton, East Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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West Down Beacon

1. South West Coast Path: Exmouth and Budleigh Salterton Loop

2. Exmouth sea front & Orcombe Point coastal loop from Budleigh Salterton — East Devon

3. Otterton Ledge – Otter Estuary Nature Reserve loop from Orcombe Point

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