Best Devon Walks
 
Ilfracombe Walks
 
2 TOP Walks
Walk 1 Ilfracombe & Drewerstone
 difficulty 2/4 (easy)
 4.2 miles (1h 50)
 8400+ steps
Walk 2 Ilfracombe to Hillsborough
 difficulty 3/4 (challenging)
 1.6 miles (40 mins)
 3200+ steps
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Ilfracombe (Alfred's Valley) is known to the walkers for its imposing coastal cliffs and magnificent views.

The name means Valley with grassy slopes belonging to Aelfred.

parkingIlfracombe Hillsborough Pay & Display Car Park
  
parkingSATNAV Postcode: EX34 9QJ
Point of InterestWhat to explore?
PubsThe George & the Dragon
The Thatched Inn
Walk 1
Ilfracombe & Drewerstone (4.2 miles)
ilfracombe Bridge
Ilfracombe Bridge

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This trail explores Ilfracombe's key attractions: its coastline, harbour, aquarium, museum & shops.

It also passes Ilfracombe's famous Tunnels Beaches , a series of Victorian tunnels leading to secluded beaches.

Allow at least 1 hour.

Map of Ilfracombe to Drewerstone Circular Walk

Map of Walk 1

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Walk 2
Ilfracombe to Hillsborough (1.6 miles)

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ViewsExtensive views of the coastline

This delightful and somewhat invigorating walk starts from Hillsborough car park and steadily climbs up to Hillsborough initially following the South West Coast Path.

The Walk

A Keep swimming pool on your right and follow a path towards the sea. Ignore path on right at the back of the pool but continue towards Ilfracombe.

B Just before Larkstone Lane take path on right towards the sea. Continue under bridge (leading to car park) and turn right when you join the SW Coast Path.

Continue along the coast , past the golf.

C Once at the top, enjoy the spectacular views then continue down. After 160 metres take a path on right, back to the car park

Allow 1 hour+ .

Map of Ilfracombe to Hillsborough Circular Walk

Map of Walk 2

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