Local Walks
From gentle valley strolls to dramatic coastal paths.
Hole Mill to Fountain Head
A short stroll through the valley to the Fountain Head Inn — a centuries-old thatched pub for a pint by the fire. About 20 minutes each way.
Hole Mill to Branscombe Beach
The classic. Down through the lanes to Branscombe pebble beach — the Sea Shanty café and beach sauna are waiting at the bottom. Around 40 minutes.
Hole Mill to Beach by Footpath
A quieter alternative to the beach, mostly off-road via field paths and woodland. Slightly longer and more scenic than the lane route.
Branscombe to Swim Point
Park at Branscombe Beach and walk east along the coast path to the natural swim point — perfect for a wild swim on a calm day.
Hike to Branscombe Beach (long way)
A scenic loop down to Branscombe Beach taking in cliff-top views and the village. Around an hour and a half if you keep moving.
Hole Mill to Beer Head and back
A serious half-day on the South West Coast Path: up over Hooken Cliffs, past the Tombstone Cliff and East Cliff Viewpoint to Beer Head, with a well-earned pint at the Mason's Arms on the way back.
MTB: Branscombe Loop
A 23 km mountain bike loop from Branscombe through the lanes, bridleways and forested singletrack of the East Devon National Landscape. Around 1h 35m of moving time with 440 m of climbing. Advanced riding skills useful.