Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Parking

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2.53 km

Bolt Head

Bolt Head is the headland south of Salcombe. It's owned and managed by the National Trust and makes a great section of the coast path.

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3.42 km

Coastal Path to Bolt Head

A nice little round: From South Sands via the Sharp Tour to Bolt Head and then along the wall to Overbecks Garden back to the South Sands ferry. A wonderful …

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5.77 km

Salcombe Castle (Fort Charles)

Salcombe Castle, or Fort Charles, was built by Henry VIII to defend against French and Spanish invasion. The ruins stand on a rocky outcrop at North Sands and can be explored with a little bit of scrambling.

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6.82 km

South Sands Beach

South Sands is one of the most unspoilt beaches in South Devon. It’s located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the mouth of the estuary. South Sands is …

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8.43 km

Sharp Tor Viewpoint

Well worth a visit for the views

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9.39 km

East Soar Walkers' Hut

Tea, coffee and snacks here. Pay using the provided honesty pot.

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10.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.56 km

2.38 km

2.08 km

1.93 km

1.57 km

Surfaces

4.10 km

2.64 km

1.92 km

1.66 km

134 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Bolt Head & Salcombe Castle loop from East Soar — South Devon

Bolt Head

Coastal Path to Bolt Head

Salcombe Castle (Fort Charles)

South Sands Beach

Sharp Tor Viewpoint

East Soar Walkers' Hut

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