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.

Mike Cree

September 27, 2024

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

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

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

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