Coastal Headland Circuit
A sea-view route on open coastal paths with short climbs and exposed cliff-top sections.
- Coastal
- Wildlife
- Clifftop
Distance6.8 mi
DifficultyModerate
Estimated Time3 hrs
Dog AccessLead only / restricted areas
Route Map
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Map And Navigation
Route line is drawn from this walk GPX on OS mapping where available.
Dog Trail Checklist
- Route has sensitive sections. Use close lead control.
- Check livestock and ground-nesting bird signage on the day.
- Carry water for your dog and avoid heat stress on exposed climbs.
- Pack a towel and paw check kit for wet rock and boggy exits.
Route Notes
This circular route is best in settled weather and offers long sea views for most of the outing.
Route notes
Leave the harbour, follow clifftop rights of way northbound, then return inland through farm tracks and lane connections.
Terrain and conditions
- Wind-exposed sections
- Uneven clifftop path in places
- Keep distance from unstable cliff edges
Downloads and Links
Parking: Harbour car park with all-day ticket machine.
Mountain weather: MWIS forecast
General weather: Met Office