Coastal Walks: Sea Air and Scenic Trails

Nothing beats a Coastal Walk with the sound of the waves beside you and the wind in your hair. These coastal walks take you along cliff tops, sandy beaches, hidden coves and dramatic headlands, perfect for clearing your head and filling your lungs with sea air. Expect big skies, sweeping views, and maybe a cheeky ice cream or pub stop along the way. Just watch out for the seagulls!

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  Penally & Giltar Point Circular Walk – Pembrokeshire Coast Path, Cliffs & Tenby South Beach West
  This short 2.7-mile circular walk from Penally packs a surprising amount into a route that can comfortably be completed in a couple of hours. Starting beside Penally railway station, you walk through the old village before crossing beneath the railway and climbing towards the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, where the landscape suddenly opens onto limestone cliffs, the sea and fantastic views towards Caldey Island.
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  Lizard Peninsula Circular Walk – Lizard Point, Kynance Cove, Cadgwith & Housel Bay Coastal Hike, Cornwall
  This 12 km circular walk around the Lizard Peninsula is one of those routes that feels properly Cornish from start to finish. You begin near Polpeor Cliff and Lizard Point, the most southerly point of mainland Britain, before following the coast north towards the famous turquoise water and serpentine rocks of Kynance Cove. From there the route heads across quieter inland paths towards Cadgwith, a traditional fishing village that still feels full of character, before returning along the coast past Housel Bay.
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  Old Harry Rocks & Studland Peninsula Circular Walk – 10 Miles / 16 km Dorset, Jurassic Coast Hike
  Hiking to Old Harry Rocks is one of the finest coastal walks in southern England. Starting from the dunes and beaches of Studland, the route combines dramatic chalk cliffs, ancient heathland, peaceful woodland, nature reserves and some of the most famous sea stacks in Britain.
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  Most Colourful Places in the World You Can Actually Visit (And How to Experience Them). Travel Advice & Ideas 2026.
  Some places just stop you in your tracks Not because they’re the biggest mountains or the toughest hikes, but because they just have so much colour which then makes it feel unreal. These are painted towns, bright blue streets, rainbow hills, and villages that look like they’ve been lifted straight out of a film set.
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  Bosherston Lily Ponds & Coastal Circular – 6.5 Miles Pembrokeshire Walk, includes Barafundle Bay, Stackpole Head, Saddle Point, and Broad Haven South Beach.
  This varied 6.5-mile / 10.5 km circular walk starts at the Bosherston Lily Ponds National Trust car park and takes in serene lakes, historic bridges, sheltered harbours, golden beaches, and dramatic cliff-top views. Following the Stackpole Wildlife Walk and sections of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, the route includes highlights like the 8 Arch Bridge, Stackpole Quay, Barafundle Bay, Stackpole Head, Saddle Point, and Broad Haven South Beach. It’s a moderate walk with a little bit of everything Pembrokeshire has to offer.
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  Manorbier Castle & Coastal Circular – 5 km Pembrokeshire Walk via Rook’s Cave, Priest’s Nose and the Ancient Burial Chamber of King’s Quoit.
  This scenic 3-mile / 4.8 km circular walk from Manorbier combines dramatic coastline, fascinating history, and charming village streets. Heading east to the Air Defence Range before picking up the Pembrokeshire Coast Path westbound, you’ll pass striking geological features like Rook’s Cave, the rugged headland of Priest’s Nose, and the ancient burial chamber of King’s Quoit. The route ends with a visit to the imposing Norman Manorbier Castle and views over Manorbier Beach before returning to the start point.
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  Solva to St Davids, Wales Coast Path Walk – 11 km Pembrokeshire Coast route finishing at UK’s Smallest City.
  This superb section of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path (approx. 11 km / 7 miles) follows rugged cliff-tops, sheltered coves, and sweeping bays between the charming harbour village of Solva and the UK’s smallest city, St Davids. Rich in history and natural beauty, this route combines wildlife spotting, dramatic geology, and one of the most culturally important destinations in Wales.
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  Rhossili Bay Coastal Walk – 10 km Gower Peninsula Loop from Rhossili Village. Best Beach in Wales Award Winner.
  The Whitby to Robin Hood’s Bay Coastal Walk is a spectacular 11km (7 mile) trail that hugs the dramatic Yorkshire coastline along a section of the Cleveland Way. You’ll start at the historic Church Street in Whitby and finish in the impossibly charming fishing village of Robin Hood’s Bay.
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  Whitby to Robin Hood’s Bay Coastal Walk – 11km Dramatic Clifftop Trail Along the Yorkshire Coast
  The Whitby to Robin Hood’s Bay Coastal Walk is a spectacular 11km (7 mile) trail that hugs the dramatic Yorkshire coastline along a section of the Cleveland Way. You’ll start at the historic Church Street in Whitby and finish in the impossibly charming fishing village of Robin Hood’s Bay.
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  Dunstanburgh Castle Circular Walk – 7km Coastal Hike from Craster via Embleton Bay in Northumberland
  The Dunstanburgh Castle Circular Walk is a stunning stretch of Northumberland coastline linking the fishing village of Craster with the medieval ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle and the wide, sandy expanse of Embleton Bay. It’s a mostly flat, easy-going hike, but packed with coastal drama and historic atmosphere.
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  Pompeii Tickets and Pompeii Guided Tours plus my review. We travelled by Train from Rome on a day trip, and it was amazing, here are some of the highlights, on our day of discovery!
  Tickets Will Sell Fast – Get Them Here What is ‘GetYourGuide‘ – An online marketplace for booking tours, activities, and attractions, see below for ideas. Recommended: Pompeii entry ticket and… Read more: Pompeii Tickets and Pompeii Guided Tours plus my review. We travelled by Train from Rome on a day trip, and it was amazing, here are some of the highlights, on our day of discovery!
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  RSPB Newport Wetlands: I Signed Up & walked the beautiful Reedbeds along the Severn Estuary to see the Waterbirds and Dragonflies
  It’s Autumn in South Wales, and you have so many opportunities to see its beauty at this time of year, you can drive and walk through the Wye Valley, the… Read more: RSPB Newport Wetlands: I Signed Up & walked the beautiful Reedbeds along the Severn Estuary to see the Waterbirds and Dragonflies