Kingston Circular

Lovely Laura

My friend Laura and I set off on this walk on the 9th of April and it just so happened that the bluebells in Wrinkle Wood were in full bloom! They were an unexpected spring treat and we couldn’t quite believe we found a walk to the beach which also included a bluebell wood! It was a sunny day and the gorse was in full bloom and filled the air with clouds of honeyed coconut. Keep and eye out for Bigbury and Burgh Island as you head along the coast path towards Westcombe Beach, and make sure you pause for moment and enjoy the view from the granite bench!

There are two swim spots on this walk at Wonwell Beach and at Westcombe Beach. It the tide it out, it can be a bit tricky swimming at Westcombe, but you can dip between the rocks. You can extend the walk to Ayrmer Cove for a better swim and follow the foot path back via Ringmore if you have the energy.

Kingston Circular - Route Overview

Parking/Start Point: There is no main village car park but there is a small, free parking area near the church/village hall. St James the Less Church - Kingston, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 4QB. There are a few further spaces at the recreation ground.

Pub: The Dolphin Inn - perfect for a refreshing pint or lime and soda at the end of you walk in the garden across the road.

Distance 5.72mi

Duration: 3hrs plus time to swim (our journey took about five hours as we stopped for a picnic too!)

Difficulty: Beginner friendly - there are a few classic coast path roller coaster style ups and downs, but if you take your time, and stop to enjoy the view as many times as you damn well please - you’ll be just fine!

Elevation: 1039ft