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United Kingdom: Devon

The English Riviera & Dart Valley Walk

Trip code: W04ER

Average customer rating 4.5 / 5(2 verified reviews)

Self-Guided Walking
4 nights twin centre
Steady
CO₂ rating 1/5
Printed route directions

Trip highlights

Stay in two of Devon’s iconic coastal towns, Brixham and Dartmouth

Enjoy breathtaking coastal walks and visit the home of Agatha Christie

Sample the delicious local produce and learn about the fascinating maritime history along the way

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Trip details

This twin centre break has been designed to give you time to explore two of our most loved and iconic coastal towns along the English Riviera. You will enjoy walks around the towns, venture out along the coastal path for stunning sea views and explore Greenways, beloved home of Agatha Christie, now a National Trust property.

What's included

Included

  • 4 nights in 3-star equivalent and 3-star accommodation
  • All breakfasts
  • Comprehensive route directions
  • Luggage transfers between hotels

Not included

  • Flights
  • Local taxes/fees
  • Travel insurance

Travel options

Our travel specialists can arrange flights, rail and transfers to this holiday from wherever you are. Call us to plan your journey. +44 1606 720099

Itinerary

Route map, with each night's stop marked
The full route, night by night. Select the map to view it full screen.

Day 1 · —Arrive in Brixham

Arrive in Brixham

Arrive and overnight Brixham. The nearest railway station is Paignton (change at Newton Abbot), which is a 15 minute taxi ride away. Please let us know if you are planing to drive.

You stay at Beacon House or Ranscombe House

Beacon House View
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Beacon House

Brixham

  • ATM
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Shops
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

With each room facing the harbour, you won’t find a better location to sit back and relax after a long days’ walk than Beacon House. With just three rooms and on site parking, this is a perfect location for your stay in Brixham. The breakfasts are exceptional and provided by the owners Nathalie and Herve.

This is the upgrade option with prices on request.

Ranscombe House Exterior
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Ranscombe House

Brixham

  • Hairdryers
  • Shops
  • Television
  • Wifi access

Located in a lovely position just outside the town of Brixham. Ranscombe House is a well-appointed guest house, originally a Sea Captains residence with 250 years of heritage. The guest house has fabulous rooms and a delicious breakfast to set you up for a day walking the coastal paths. With just 8 rooms, this guest house is much sought after, with its enviable position overlooking the sea, parking on site and always a warm, friendly welcome from the owner Pip.

Day 2 · 5km/3.1miWalks around Brixham or Torquay (choice of walks)

Walks around Brixham or Torquay (choice of walks)

After a relaxing breakfast at your hotel, choose from a range of walks – either a circular coast path walk around Berry Head to Sharkham Point with time to explore Brixham’s historic harbour or a loop to Elberry Cove, Churston and back via the John Musgrave Heritage Trail. Or you may decide to take the ferry to Torquay and walk along the coast path to Babbacombe, with a bus or taxi back to Torquay Marina before returning by ferry to your hotel for a delicious evening meal in the town (ferry / bus and taxi not included – payable locally).

You stay at Beacon House or Ranscombe House

Beacon House View
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Beacon House

Brixham

  • ATM
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Shops
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

With each room facing the harbour, you won’t find a better location to sit back and relax after a long days’ walk than Beacon House. With just three rooms and on site parking, this is a perfect location for your stay in Brixham. The breakfasts are exceptional and provided by the owners Nathalie and Herve.

This is the upgrade option with prices on request.

Ranscombe House Exterior
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Ranscombe House

Brixham

  • Hairdryers
  • Shops
  • Television
  • Wifi access

Located in a lovely position just outside the town of Brixham. Ranscombe House is a well-appointed guest house, originally a Sea Captains residence with 250 years of heritage. The guest house has fabulous rooms and a delicious breakfast to set you up for a day walking the coastal paths. With just 8 rooms, this guest house is much sought after, with its enviable position overlooking the sea, parking on site and always a warm, friendly welcome from the owner Pip.

Day 3 · 8km/5.0miBrixham to Dartmouth

Brixham to Dartmouth

Today you will depart Brixham and walk 5 miles to Greenway House (home of Agatha Christie now operated by the National Trust). Here you can visit the house and gardens and have lunch before continuing your journey. Take the ferry from Greenway to Dartmouth, or walk along the Dart Valley Trail to Kingswear, approximately. 4.8 miles, with a brief ferry ride to reach your home for the next two nights in Dartmouth (ferry / bus and taxi not included – payable locally).

You stay at Anzac Street B&B or Bayards Cove

Anzac Bistro and B&B
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Anzac Street B&B

Dartmouth

  • Hairdryers
  • Minibar
  • Shops
  • Television

Anzac Street B&B is a boutique retreat set in the heart of the historic coastal town of Dartmouth. This elegant bed and breakfast offers en‑suite rooms, combining comfort, character and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests are perfectly placed to explore the harbour, riverside walks and local attractions. An ideal base for a relaxed and memorable stay.

Bayards Cove
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Bayards Cove

Dartmouth

  • ATM
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Shops
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

This boutique hotel has been a part of Dartmouth’s history since the 14th Century. Located close to the river next to Bayard’s Fort, this historic inn now comprises a cafe bar, restaurant and seven rooms, each beautifully furnished with everything you should need for your stay.

This is the upgrade option with prices on request.

Day 4 · —Walks around Dartmouth (choice of walks and distances)

Walks around Dartmouth (choice of walks and distances)

After a relaxing breakfast at your hotel, choose from a range of walks – from the circular walk to Little Dartmouth and back via the coast path or take time to explore Dartmouth town and castle. We have plenty of options for you to choose from, making the most of your time in this stunning region (ferry / bus and taxi not included – payable locally).

You stay at Bayards Cove

Bayards Cove
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Bayards Cove

Dartmouth

  • ATM
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Shops
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

This boutique hotel has been a part of Dartmouth’s history since the 14th Century. Located close to the river next to Bayard’s Fort, this historic inn now comprises a cafe bar, restaurant and seven rooms, each beautifully furnished with everything you should need for your stay.

This is the upgrade option with prices on request.

Day 5 · —Depart Dartmouth

Depart Dartmouth

After breakfast depart from Dartmouth for your journey home, or extend your stay by a few days to really enjoy this beautiful and historic coastal town.

What our travellers say

The accommodation in Brixham at Beacon House was first class as was the service from Headwater staff

A Valued Customer

Booking this trip was very easy and the staff in the office were extremely helpful. The accommodation was good and the luggage transfer was efficient.

A Valued Customer
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Positive impact

Carbon score for this trip

9.0

Kg CO₂e

per person, per night

Relative to other Headwater trips

We measure emissions from the parts of the holiday we organise — including accommodation, in-trip transport, meals and activities — and express them as CO₂e per person, per night. Our label doesn’t include your travel to and from the start of the trip. As a Certified B Corp, Headwater is committed to reducing this figure and to positively impacting local communities, the local environment and our staff. Learn more

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