South West Coast Path

Macs Adventure has been running self guided walking holidays on the South West Coast Path since 2008. From the moment we walked a section of the South West Coast Path we knew that it was a trip we had to get on board with.  The wild, rugged scenery, history and towns just grabbed us and we set out to make a trip we could be proud of. 

We now send over 500 walkers on the route every year, each of them finding their own adventure on clifftops of South West England. We wanted to provide the freedom to choose your route, itinerary and travel companions and to take the South West Coast Path at your own pace, whether this was the full route on a once in a lifetime trip, or just seeking out the best sections. 

We know how daunting it can be, setting off on an adventure of this scale and we quickly realised how important it was to have amazing partners on the ground, so we sought to seek out the friendliest accommodation owners and most efficient baggage handlers to make this beautiful route a hassle-free and memorable holiday. 

We offer a flexible, tailor-made South West Coast Path experience that books you into comfortable, friendly overnight accommodation in local B&Bs and guesthouses. We carry your bags to lighten your load so you can concentrate on simply putting one foot in front of the other and enjoying the unique trails, scenery and villages on the route. You can book with confidence that we have it all covered for you. 

We want to showcase our expertise, by giving you all the resources you will ever need.  In the planning stage, we have free guides, comprehensive videos and a host of staff who have walked the route, waiting to answer your questions. On the route, we use high-quality digital mapping as well as the best maps and guidebooks to make sure you find your way.  

We love the South West Coast Path and our main aim is to make sure that you do too.  

Take a Break - There are simply too many delightful coastal towns and seaside villages along the South West Coast Path to not take advantage of a slightly longer stay! Book an extra night in Padstow, syonymous with TV chef Rick Stein and enjoy its wonderful seafood restaurants. Linger a bit longer in the bustling seaside town of St Ives with its gorgeous sandy beach and streets filled with craft shops and art galleries. Or treat yourself to a couple of days in Charlestown, filming location for TV series Poldark and famous for its collection of tall ships.

Try a Devon Cream Tea - After all that walking, you will need something to give you an energy boost and a delicious Devon Cream Tea is one way to do this! Consisting of home-made scones topped with clotted cream and jam and accompanied by a lovely cup of tea, this is one typically English treat which you are sure to become addicted to on your South West Coast Path walk. You will also pass through three other English counties apart from Devon, where you can sample yet more delightful regional produce - read more about the gastronomical delights of the South West Coast Path in our Eating and Drinking on the South West Coast Path blog.

Keep your eyes peeled! - The South West Coast Path is home to plentiful wildlife and as you walk along the coastal paths don't forget to keep your eye out for some of the finest examples of birdlife including the Chough, Peregrine Falcon and the Swift as well as seals bobbing in the sea below you.

Meet the locals. - Quite often the B&B owners and locals are the best people to speak to about ideas for alternative routes, places to see, lunch stops etc. This local knowledge can really help make your walk go as smoothly as possible.