Route Filmstrip & Description
This short, level walk over well trimmed grassland provides exceptional views over the western end of the Jurassic Coast towards the mouth of the River Exe and then beyond to Dawlish, Teignmouth and Torbay.
Surveyed by: Allan Ginman, July 2012
(Summer)
Accessibility Rating: 3
Distance: 1.3 km
Car Park: Muttersmoor Car Park - currently free
Steps: No
Barriers: No
Toilets: No


Muttersmoor Car park is currently free. The Sidmouth Hopper stops at the entrance nearest Sidmouth (left side facing the coast!). The surface is stony with some bumps. It dries quickly even after heavy rain.

Our route crosses the road at the left hand exit to the car park. Beware occasional cars and weary cyclists.

There is a public footpath leading off to the right. It leads to point 17. It's reasonably level, has a downhill camber and is wide enough for any wheelchair or pushchair.

....and then turned back. We followed the path parallel to the cliff edge - well away from the wired fence....

... until we reached another kissing gate. Here there are 2 choices. The easiest route is to turn left and head back towards the car park. However....

....if you enter National Trust land, be aware that the paths may be undulating and grassy. You do have good protection form any wind!
Be aware there is another kissing gate at the end of this stage of the walk.
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