The jagged coastline of the South Hams is a notorious ‘ship trap’, which it’s said was exploited by unscrupulous ‘wreckers’ who would lure vessels to their doom. The fables are likely somewhat exaggerated, but a walk from East Prawle to Prawle Point is full of drama, mystery and stunning, fangy sea-rocks.

Dan Hobson

July 5, 2019

Hiking

The coastline around Prawle is one of the most beautiful stretches in Devon, and marks the southernmost point in the county. Prawle Point is a haven for bird watchers. Migrant birds arrive here first in the spring and gather here before their long flights in the autumn. Keep a look-out for buzzards, ravens, hawks, cirl bunting, and nightingales. The whole stretch of the coastline from Mill Bay to Start Point is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and most of it is owned by the National Trust.

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Running

Prawle Point is the southernmost point of Devon. There is a coastguard lookout point here with an interesting information board.

The South West Coast Path passes here and the running is excellent in both directions.

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Prawle Point & Langerstone Point from East Prawle

7.37km

02:05

160m

Hike 4.6 miles along the South West Coast Path from East Prawle to Prawle Point, Devon's southernmost tip, with rugged coastal views.

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South West Coast Path: Prawle Point and Start Point Loop

25.1km

07:00

460m

450m

Hike the challenging 15.6-mile South West Coast Path: Prawle Point and Start Point Loop for dramatic coastal views and historic landmarks.

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Langerstone Point – Prawle Point loop from Start Point Lighthouse

25.6km

07:09

490m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Chivelstone, South Hams, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Prawle Point

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Prawle Point & Langerstone Point from East Prawle

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South West Coast Path: Prawle Point and Start Point Loop

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Langerstone Point – Prawle Point loop from Start Point Lighthouse

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