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Discover the best UK coastal walks

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Britain's coastline offers some of the world's most captivating walking experiences. From the remote Orkney Islands to the friendly Channel Islands, with magnificent routes in between, our UK coastal walks reveal stunning geological formations, beautiful beaches, secluded bays and dramatic clifftop paths.

With thousands of miles of coastline to explore, the UK is a walker's paradise. We've curated a collection of our favourite coastal routes from across Britain – each one promising memorable landscapes, invigorating walks and the chance to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of our shores.

Wales coastal walks

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1. Ceredigion & the Pembrokeshire Coast

Savour walks along spectacular stretches of the Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire coastal paths, leading you to charming villages nestled at the ends of remote valleys that descend to the sea. Your hotel sits above the mouth of the Teifi estuary, offering access to both the Ceredigion and the renowned Pembrokeshire coastal paths. Travel along clifftops and pass through woods, moors and farmland. From stunning viewpoints, you might spot dolphins, seals and porpoises.

This five-night holiday guides you across the most scenic stretches of both coastal paths, taking in dramatic cliffs where seabirds nest and secluded beaches waiting to be discovered.

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2. The Four Corners of Anglesey

Discover the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path and enjoy its natural wonders as you cross magnificent beaches, dunes and sea cliffs. Steeped in history, wildlife and natural beauty, Anglesey coastal walks will have you trekking past rich woodland and towering mountains. Along the way, you'll marvel at the incredible scenery, from rugged sea cliffs and remote landscapes on the North Wales coast to limestone escarpments and sand dunes in the south.

We've chosen treks in all four corners of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, enabling you to see as much variety as possible. Visit untouched beaches, explore picturesque towns and villages such as Beaumaris and Malltraeth, and take in the dramatic views of Snowdonia and the Llŷn Peninsula from Penmon Point and Trwyn Du Lighthouse.

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3. The Gower Peninsula

Jutting out from the South Wales coast, the Gower Peninsula is a microcosm of the best that Wales has to offer. Your walks will take you to beautiful beaches, past cliffs where seabirds nest, to ancient castles and even more ancient burial sites. The beaches on the Gower Peninsula are frequently listed as some the world's best, with huge wide stretches of sand that make these some of the best walking routes in the UK!

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Scotland coastal walks

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4. Orkney Islands

The Orkney Islands have something for everyone. There's fascinating history, World Heritage archaeological sites and beautiful scenery. We stay in the village of Stromness to take advantage of the stunning coastal walking opportunities. This includes explorations to the Kitchener Memorial, Wideford Hill burial chamber and (subject to ferries) the Old Man of Hoy.

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5. The Shetland Archipelago

Discover ancient historical sites, wildlife and remote British walking. Here in the far north of the British Isles, expect long hours of daylight to enjoy the beautiful views. Shetland, 150 miles northeast of the UK mainland, is a beautiful place for a walking holiday. The Shetland Islands offer some of Scotland's most dramatic scenery, including wild beaches, soaring sea cliffs and rolling moors.

As we explore the islands on foot, we'll have plenty of company with some of Britain's most charismatic wildlife. Enjoy fascinating scenery, deserted beaches and warm hospitality. Visit the most southerly point on the mainland and walk to Sumburgh Head for close encounters with puffins. Take the ferry to Yell and Unst – as far north as you can go in Shetland.

Discover the Shetland Archipelago

Northern Ireland coastal walks

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6. Giant's Causeway & the Nine Glens

Imagine the view from the cliffs overlooking the sea to the Mull of Kintyre. This is a remote and wonderful place. The beauty of Northern Ireland’s countryside is impressive and there is a lot to explore. We’re within easy reach of the iconic hexagonal basalt pillars of the Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle perched on rocks above the sea and the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, originally built hundreds of years ago by salmon fishermen.

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England coastal walks

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7. Hiking in Devon Weekend Adventure

Tackle stunning sections of the South West Coast Path to experience some of the best walks in Devon on an exciting active weekend. The South West Coast Path, stretching an impressive 600 miles, stands as Britain's longest and arguably most captivating long-distance route. Your journey along the North Devon coast offers a tantalising glimpse of the wonders this path beholds.

Tackle the demanding climbs and descents of the highest coastline in England. Discover Hartland Quay, as evocative a seascape as you'll find in the UK. Explore Clovelly, a beautiful, picturesque fishing village steeped in maritime atmosphere and history, with the possibility of spotting seals along the way.

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8. Ravenscar – Yorkshire's North Coast

Walk the final stage of Alfred Wainwright's Coast to Coast walk from Grosmont to Robin Hood's Bay. This holiday visits Yorkshire fishing villages and you'll walk sections of the Cleveland way coastal route.

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9. Sidmouth & the Devon Coast - Walking on the South West Coast Path

East Sussex is home to the South Downs National Park and six miles of coastline which has been designated as the Sussex Heritage Coast. The countryside of the South Downs and the iconic Seven Sisters white cliffs have got to rank amongst the most remarkable views to enjoy on any walk.

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Interested in more coastal walks?

We have a Best For category dedicated to Coast & Islands walking holidays that you'll remember for a lifetime. From the wondrous Channel Islands to the ever-popular Canaries, there's something for every type of walker.

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