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King Charles III England Coast Path

Photo by: South West Coast Path/Roy Curtis

A person on a footpath on the coastal path near sea

Why we love the King Charles III England Coast Path

When completed, the King Charles III England Coast Path will be the world’s longest shore walk, encircling the entire English seaboard: a remarkable 2,795 miles (4,500km). From the southern tip of Cornwall to the uppermost reaches of Northumberland, it will link world-famous landmarks with little-known corners – a journey through unique cultures, experiences, geologies, history and more. 

With more sections of the path officially open, others will soon follow the already established routes like the South West Coast Path. As with all of Britain’s National Trails, it’s up to you how you walk it. Maybe you’ll hike its entirety, follow a long-distance route, or dip into shorter day walks? Look out for backdrops to film and TV favourites, too. The Holy Island of Lindisfarne in Northumberland appears in Danny Boyle’s thriller 28 Years Later (2025), while the Exmoor National Park coastline in Devon features in The Salt Path (2025). 

Here, we focus on the sections that are now completed and signposted as the King Charles III England Coast Path. There are walks for all abilities, in all parts of the country. Where will the trail take you? 

England Coast Path

Renamed to commemorate the King’s Coronation, the King Charles III England Coast Path will be the world’s longest shore walk when complete, spanning a remarkable 2,795 miles (4,500km) of beaches, cities and nature reserves.

Many sections of the coast path are already open: the Olympic Trail on the south coast from Portland to Lulworth Cove was the first to open, having launched in 2012 to coincide with the London Olympic Games.

Be immersed in wild beaches and crowd-free trails along the north-east coast, or journey through Victorian towns, sandy beaches and thriving nature reserves on the north-west coast, close to the Lake District.

Discover golden sands and charming harbour villages along the Norfolk coast, admire the mighty Seven Sisters chalk cliffs in the south, or experience the best of Devon and Cornwall on the South West Coast Path.

Fun fact

Fun fact

On a clear day, it’s possible to see France from the top of the iconic 300-foot-high white cliffs of Dover, with spectacular views of the English Channel.

Photo by: Shutterstock / RAW-films

Young man sitting at the edge of the cliff near the white cliffs of Dover

Did you know?

Did you know?

  • In total, 74% of the coast path along the South West is within a National Park or an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

  • The Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway is the world’s smallest public railway, and travels along the peninsula at Dungeness, in Kent.

  • Thought to be the world’s longest chalk reef, the Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds off the coast of England are 20 miles (32km) long and more than 100,000 million years old.

  • Bamburgh Castle on the Northumberland coast is one of the largest lived-in castles in England, with a rich history dating back over 1,400 years.

  • The 11-mile (17.7km) long Walney Island is home to Cumbria’s only grey seal colony and is a haven for birdwatchers.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Chris Ceasar

View from a distance of a castle on hill near a beach

Things to do on the King Charles III England Coast Path

Bathe in crystal-clear waters at this beautiful Dorset bay and beach, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Take a dip at Lulworth Cove

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ben Selway

Person kayaking along the shores of coastline. Rugged cliff
Lulworth Cove, Dorset

A true British icon, these dazzling chalk cliffs tower over the English Channel. On clear days, you can see France from the top.

Visit the White Cliffs of Dover

Photo by: VisitBritain/National Trust/Tayo Jaiysimi

Location: Dover

Woman, stood near white cliffs, looking out to sea
White Cliffs of Dover

Stretching for 18 miles (29km), this shingle beach is ideal for long walks and sunny picnics, and even has its own nature reserve.

Plan your trip to Chesil Beach

Photo by: liam.jnd

Chesil Beach
Chesil Beach, Dorset

For charming countryside and a wild coastline, look to England's very first National Landscape.

Head to the Quantock Hills

Photo by: the.mudgley.father

Quantock Hills
Quantock Hills, Somerset

Camp, glamp, relax, fish, or try one of the many water sports on offer here.

Splash down at Skegness Water Leisure Park

Photo by: caia image / Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

Man with backpack fly fishing
Skegness Water Leisure Park

You can’t miss the Towner building in Eastbourne, on England’s south coast. This popular art gallery welcomes 175,000 visitors a year

Get creative at Towner Eastbourne

Photo by: Towner Eastbourne Photo © Marc Atkins

Location: Coastal Path

Towner Eastbourne by Marc Atkins
Towner Gallery

The unique Naze Tower is a 26-metre tall landmark on the Essex coast.

Visit the Naze Tower

Photo by: Shutterstock / Daniel Baileydrone

Location: Coastal Path

Walton on the Naze tower
Naze Tower

Be stunned by the unforgettable image of 100 cast-iron life-size figures looking out to sea, on Crosby Beach, Liverpool.

Check out sculptures by the sea

Photo by: seward.photography/Antony Gormley

Location: Coastal Path

Antony Gormley’s Another Place
Another Place by Antony Gormley

You can’t miss Scarborough Spa – the grand 19th-century building along the seafront in South Bay. It’s now a popular music and entertainment venue.

Experience a night out at Scarborough Spa

Photo by: David Rushton

Location: Coastal Path

Scarborough Spa
Scarborough Spa

You can’t get any fresher than the fish caught and cooked up at the Dungeness Snack Shack, on the dramatic headland on the Kent coast.

Refuel at the Snack Shack

Photo by: Gilbert McGarragher

Location: Coastal Path

Dungeness Snack Shack
Dungeness Snack Shack

Fuel up on Norfolk’s best produce at this foodie favourite near Hunstanton.

Shop at Drove Orchards Farm Shop

Photo by: Drove Orchards Farm

Location: Coastal Path

Drove Orchards Farm Shop
Drove Orchards Farm Shop

Harry Potter fans might recognise these sites – Alnwick Castle stood in for Hogwarts, as did Durham Cathedral.

Follow in magical footsteps in Durham

Photo by: VisitBritain

Location: Coastal Path

Young woman hovering on a broomstick in the Outer Bailey of Alnwick Castle
Alnwick Castle and Durham Cathedral

Follow the Broadchurch Trail along the Jurassic Coast of Dorset and discover the key filming spots of this popular TV series.

Discover the Broadchurch Trail

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ben Selway

Location: Coastal Path

People kayaking along the shores of coastline
Broadchurch Filming Locations

In Hastings and Eastbourne on England’s south coast, discover the locations used in the drama Close to Me.

Head to Hastings and see where Close to Me was made

Photo by: Justin Sutcliffe

Location: Coastal Path

A hand posing a stack of stones on the coast with the Seven Sisters in the background
Close to Me Filming Locations

Discover Dover’s long history, from the Stone Age to medieval times and modern day, in the popular Dover Museum.

Discover Dover’s fascinating past at the Dover Museum

Photo by: Alex Hare for Dover District Council

Location: Coastal Path

Dover Museum
Dover Museum

Stop off at one of Kent’s most unusual museums, full of the collections of early-20th century explorer Percy Powell-Cotton.

Visit the Powell-Cotton Museum

Photo by: Hedley Basford

Location: Coastal Path

Powell-Cotton Museum
Powell-Cotton Museum

Victorious Festival

22nd - 24th August 2025

For a festival with a view, head to Victorious Festival in Southsea, Portsmouth, which combines great music with a great location.

Check out what's on at Victorious Festival

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

Victorious Festival in Portsmouth, a large crowd enjoying Fontaines D.C. on the Common Stage.
Victorious Festival

Charming Broadstairs on the Kent coast comes alive to the sound of folk music every year with its popular Broadstairs Folk Festival.

Head to Broadstairs for its folk-tastic fun festival

Photo by: Dylan Woolf

Location: Coastal Path

Broadstairs Folk Week
Broadstairs Folk Week

One of the loveliest folk festivals in England takes place on a farm on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, with three days of fabulous fun.

See what's on at Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

Purbeck Valley Folk Festival
Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

Discover Botany Bay, the beautiful beach along from Broadstairs in Kent, with its white cliffs, chalk stacks and fossil-hunting.

Pack your bucket and spade for Botany Bay

Photo by: VisitBritain/Kamal Muhsin

Location: Coastal Path

Man standing on beach looking up at cliffs
Botany Bay

We love the traditional English seaside resort of Skegness, Lincolnshire, with its wide sandy beach.

Escape to Skegness

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

A child riding a donkey on Skegness Beach
Skegness Beach

Stop at stunning Robin Hood’s Bay on the North Yorkshire coast and enjoy its beautiful beach and picturesque village.

Take a walk around Robin Hood’s Bay

Photo by: VisitBritain/Lee Beel

Location: Coastal Path

A cottage on a hill with plants in pots outside door
Robin Hood’s Bay

Who said camping had to be basic? Not on the Isle of Wight. Get away from it all in a treehouse, yurt, safari tent or eco-lodge and enjoy island life in comfort.

Get ready to glamp it up

Photo by: VisitBritain/Jason Hawkes

Location: Coastal Path

Three chalk sea stacks rising out of the sea. Lighthouse
Glamping on the Isle of Wight

Overlooking the golden sands of Bamburgh beach, this magnificent fortress is one of Britain’s biggest inhabited castles.

Plan your visit to Bamburgh Castle

Photo by: VisitBritain/Chris Ceasar

View from a distance of a castle on hill near a beach
Bamburgh Castle

Visit the much-loved Isle of Wight holiday home of Queen Victoria and see state and family rooms, her beach and glorious gardens.

Explore this royal residence

Photo by: Historic England/English Heritage

Location: Coastal Path

Osborne
Osborne

Quirky Carisbrooke Castle on the Isle of Wight has been a fortress, prison to Charles I and now, popular museum and English Heritage site.

Meet donkeys at Carisbrooke Castle

Photo by: Historic England/English Heritage

Location: Coastal Path

Carisbrooke gatehouse
Carisbrooke Castle

Take in the views on a walk along the Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve, along the coast from Skegness.

Visit Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

Dog Walking at Gibraltar Point, Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom at sunset.
Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve

Check out Art Gene, a research centre in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, which pledges that our “whole environment can be a work of art.”

Visit Art Gene

Photo by: richyjmo_

Location: Coastal Path

Autumn-island escape
Art Gene

On the Kent coast lies Dungeness – a vast shingle beach and nature reserve, which is home to an enormous variety of plants, wildlife, birds and bees.

Go bird watching at Dungeness

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

A female photographer in the Dungeness Landscape.
Dungeness Nature Reserve

Enjoy walking and bird-watching where the Broads meet the coast, in this secluded part of Norfolk.

Walk on the wild side at Horsey

Photo by: norfolkbeachbarn

Bird watching at Cley & Salthouse marshes
Horsey

From festive lights trails to ghost-hunting trips, this ancient house offers festivals and events galore.

Discover Dunster Castle and Watermill

Photo by: National Trust Images/James Dobson

Location: Dartmoor and Exmoor

Dunster Castle and Watermill
Dunster Castle and Watermill

Saddle up! Northumberland’s wide sandy beaches and beautiful dunes are ideal for exploring on horseback.

Go horse riding in Northumberland

Photo by: VisitBritain/Hilary Dunn

Three people riding ponies along the beach
Horse riding on the Northumberland coast

On a wild coastal headland, this is an epic spot for photography, long walks and spectacular sea views.

Be inspired by Dunstanburgh Castle

Photo by: Historic England

Location: Northumberland

Dunstanburgh Castle
Dunstanburgh Castle

For 15 years, this community market has hosted some of the best-loved local food and drink producers.

More about Saltburn Farmers’ Market

Photo by: VisitBritain

Blond woman wearing purple apron preparing food in kitchen
Saltburn Farmers’ Market

As if the quaint fishing village of Staithes wasn’t charming enough, it also features a harbourside beach.

Relax on Staithes Beach

Photo by: VisitBritain/Melody Thornton

Location: Staithes, England

A woman, wearing sunglasses, looking out to see the harbour
Staithes Beach

Fancy an escape from the rest of the world? Take a personal tour of this pint-sized island, which becomes inaccessible to the mainland twice a day.

Tour Holy Island with a local

Photo by: VisitBritain

Location: Lindisfarne, England

Two people by an elevated causeway at low tide
Hidden Holy Island Guided Tour

Rafting, powerboating, paddlesports – it's all on the agenda at the Tees Barrage International White Water Centre.

Make a splash at the Tees Barrage International White Water Centre

Photo by: Visit Tees Valley/Michael Lazenby

A group of people water rafting in waterproof safety gear
Tees Barrage International White Water Centre

With its golden-sand beach, thriving foodie scene and hilltop castle, this town is a joy to explore.

Plan your trip to Bamburgh

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu

Castle with beach and sand dunes
Bamburgh
Lake District

From the tip of England’s tallest peak to the nation’s deepest lake, this national park is stacked with super-sized scenery.

Find out more

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ryan Lomas

Location: Lake District, England

Rear view of young woman on a hillside with two dogs

Set your sights on stargazing in Ennerdale, one of the Lake District’s most remote valleys, on a Dark Sky Discovery session.

Be wowed at a Dark Sky Discovery session

Photo by: VisitBritain

Location: Lake District

Silhouette of man standing with outstretched arms on shore
Dark Sky Discovery
Liverpool

From The Beatles to Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music with seriously cool credentials.

Find out more

Photo by: Oh Me Oh My

Location: Liverpool

Rooftop of Oh me oh my restaurant in Liverpool

Adventure is always just around the corner in Exmoor National Park, home to Europe’s first Dark Sky Reserve.

Get starry eyed on Exmoor

Photo by: Getty Images/Martyn Ferry

A wild pony standing in the heather on the side of a hill.
Exmoor National Park

Surrounded by miles of sandy beaches and surf-ready waves, Newquay is a seaside star.

Surf’s up at Newquay

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ben Selway

Surfer walking out of the sea holding a surfboard and wearing a wetsuit
Newquay
Jurassic Coast

Welcome to dinosaur territory; its beaches and rocks strewn with ancient fossils and footprints.

Find out more

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ben Selway

People kayaking along the shores of coastline
Portsmouth

Known as the Great Waterfront City, Portsmouth offers adventure sports, relaxation and refreshing sea air.

Find out more

Photo by: HMS Warrior

Location: Portsmouth, England

A family walking alongside a ship at a dock
London

An unmissable destination for travellers, London is a melting pot of history, culture and green spaces.

Find out more

Photo by: VisitBritain/Hazel Parreno

Picadilly Circus underground station
East of England

From traditional seaside towns to adventure sports and charming cities with heaps of history, the East of England has something for everyone.

Find out more

Photo by: Visit East of England

Location: Dunwich, England

A woman carrying a dog along a beach in Dunwich
Brighton

A quirky seaside city filled with diverse cuisine, vintage shopping and adrenaline-fuelled adventure.

Find out more

Photo by: VisitBritain

Smiling woman in denim jacket standing between shops

Tuck into award-winning fish and chips on the seafront as you watch fishermen haul in their catch at this traditional seaside town.

Explore Aldeburgh

Photo by: Visit East of England

Location: Aldeburgh, England

Crowds of people at Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival
Aldeburgh

With soft sandy beaches stretching for miles to thrills and spills at the pleasure beach, experience a traditional British seaside break.

Visit Great Yarmouth

Photo by: Visit East of England

Location: Great Yarmouth, England

An exterior shot of the Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth at night
Great Yarmouth

Stretching 50 miles (80km), this heritage coastline is less than two hours from London and is packed with wildlife, seafood the arts, history, and National Landscapes.

Enjoy the Suffolk coast

Photo by: Visit East of England

Location: Felixstowe, England

Two people sitting on the rocks overlooking the sea on Felixstowe Beach
Suffolk Coast

For soft sandy beaches, surfing, museums and an all-round traditional British seaside experience, Cromer has it all.

A British seaside experience at Cromer

Photo by: Visit East of England

Location: Cromer, England

Groups of people stood on the promenade looking out on Cromer Beach
Cromer

From sand dunes to a pine forest, discover the beauty of Holkham Beach.

Hit the sands of Holkham Beach

Photo by: Visit East of England/Ian Watts

Location: Holkham, England

A girl running down a path to Holkham Beach
Holkham Beach

With its Victorian charm, enjoy gardens in bloom and rock pools in Hunstanton, and weave through carrstone cottages and charming British pubs in Old Hunstanton.

Enjoy vintage charm in Hunstanton

Photo by: Visit East of England

Location: Hunstanton, England

Two people stood outside Hunstanton chapel with the lighthouse in the background
Hunstanton and Old Hunstanton

Sea-spritzed Hull is a joy to discover, whatever the season.

Learn more about Hull

Photo by: VisitBritain/The TravelBook

Main shopping street of a cute English Town
Hull

The looming ruins of Whitby Abbey inspired Bram Stoker to write his classic novel Dracula – and they’re just as atmospheric today.

Explore wonderful Whitby

Photo by: VisitBritain/Simon Palmer

Two people on the steps of a hillside looking towards the pier
Whitby
Newcastle upon Tyne

Linked by no fewer than seven bridges around a bustling quayside, Newcastle and Gateshead form one vibrant place to visit.

Find out more

Photo by: Rich Kenworthy

Location: Newcastle, England

Two men skateboard along the River Tyne in Newcastle

Bathe in crystal-clear waters at this beautiful Dorset bay and beach, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Take a dip at Lulworth Cove

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ben Selway

Person kayaking along the shores of coastline. Rugged cliff
Lulworth Cove, Dorset

A true British icon, these dazzling chalk cliffs tower over the English Channel. On clear days, you can see France from the top.

Visit the White Cliffs of Dover

Photo by: VisitBritain/National Trust/Tayo Jaiysimi

Location: Dover

Woman, stood near white cliffs, looking out to sea
White Cliffs of Dover

Stretching for 18 miles (29km), this shingle beach is ideal for long walks and sunny picnics, and even has its own nature reserve.

Plan your trip to Chesil Beach

Photo by: liam.jnd

Chesil Beach
Chesil Beach, Dorset

For charming countryside and a wild coastline, look to England's very first National Landscape.

Head to the Quantock Hills

Photo by: the.mudgley.father

Quantock Hills
Quantock Hills, Somerset

Camp, glamp, relax, fish, or try one of the many water sports on offer here.

Splash down at Skegness Water Leisure Park

Photo by: caia image / Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

Man with backpack fly fishing
Skegness Water Leisure Park

You can’t miss the Towner building in Eastbourne, on England’s south coast. This popular art gallery welcomes 175,000 visitors a year

Get creative at Towner Eastbourne

Photo by: Towner Eastbourne Photo © Marc Atkins

Location: Coastal Path

Towner Eastbourne by Marc Atkins
Towner Gallery

The unique Naze Tower is a 26-metre tall landmark on the Essex coast.

Visit the Naze Tower

Photo by: Shutterstock / Daniel Baileydrone

Location: Coastal Path

Walton on the Naze tower
Naze Tower

Be stunned by the unforgettable image of 100 cast-iron life-size figures looking out to sea, on Crosby Beach, Liverpool.

Check out sculptures by the sea

Photo by: seward.photography/Antony Gormley

Location: Coastal Path

Antony Gormley’s Another Place
Another Place by Antony Gormley

You can’t miss Scarborough Spa – the grand 19th-century building along the seafront in South Bay. It’s now a popular music and entertainment venue.

Experience a night out at Scarborough Spa

Photo by: David Rushton

Location: Coastal Path

Scarborough Spa
Scarborough Spa

You can’t get any fresher than the fish caught and cooked up at the Dungeness Snack Shack, on the dramatic headland on the Kent coast.

Refuel at the Snack Shack

Photo by: Gilbert McGarragher

Location: Coastal Path

Dungeness Snack Shack
Dungeness Snack Shack

Fuel up on Norfolk’s best produce at this foodie favourite near Hunstanton.

Shop at Drove Orchards Farm Shop

Photo by: Drove Orchards Farm

Location: Coastal Path

Drove Orchards Farm Shop
Drove Orchards Farm Shop

Harry Potter fans might recognise these sites – Alnwick Castle stood in for Hogwarts, as did Durham Cathedral.

Follow in magical footsteps in Durham

Photo by: VisitBritain

Location: Coastal Path

Young woman hovering on a broomstick in the Outer Bailey of Alnwick Castle
Alnwick Castle and Durham Cathedral

Follow the Broadchurch Trail along the Jurassic Coast of Dorset and discover the key filming spots of this popular TV series.

Discover the Broadchurch Trail

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ben Selway

Location: Coastal Path

People kayaking along the shores of coastline
Broadchurch Filming Locations

In Hastings and Eastbourne on England’s south coast, discover the locations used in the drama Close to Me.

Head to Hastings and see where Close to Me was made

Photo by: Justin Sutcliffe

Location: Coastal Path

A hand posing a stack of stones on the coast with the Seven Sisters in the background
Close to Me Filming Locations

Discover Dover’s long history, from the Stone Age to medieval times and modern day, in the popular Dover Museum.

Discover Dover’s fascinating past at the Dover Museum

Photo by: Alex Hare for Dover District Council

Location: Coastal Path

Dover Museum
Dover Museum

Stop off at one of Kent’s most unusual museums, full of the collections of early-20th century explorer Percy Powell-Cotton.

Visit the Powell-Cotton Museum

Photo by: Hedley Basford

Location: Coastal Path

Powell-Cotton Museum
Powell-Cotton Museum

Victorious Festival

22nd - 24th August 2025

For a festival with a view, head to Victorious Festival in Southsea, Portsmouth, which combines great music with a great location.

Check out what's on at Victorious Festival

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

Victorious Festival in Portsmouth, a large crowd enjoying Fontaines D.C. on the Common Stage.
Victorious Festival

Charming Broadstairs on the Kent coast comes alive to the sound of folk music every year with its popular Broadstairs Folk Festival.

Head to Broadstairs for its folk-tastic fun festival

Photo by: Dylan Woolf

Location: Coastal Path

Broadstairs Folk Week
Broadstairs Folk Week

One of the loveliest folk festivals in England takes place on a farm on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, with three days of fabulous fun.

See what's on at Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

Purbeck Valley Folk Festival
Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

Discover Botany Bay, the beautiful beach along from Broadstairs in Kent, with its white cliffs, chalk stacks and fossil-hunting.

Pack your bucket and spade for Botany Bay

Photo by: VisitBritain/Kamal Muhsin

Location: Coastal Path

Man standing on beach looking up at cliffs
Botany Bay

We love the traditional English seaside resort of Skegness, Lincolnshire, with its wide sandy beach.

Escape to Skegness

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

A child riding a donkey on Skegness Beach
Skegness Beach

Stop at stunning Robin Hood’s Bay on the North Yorkshire coast and enjoy its beautiful beach and picturesque village.

Take a walk around Robin Hood’s Bay

Photo by: VisitBritain/Lee Beel

Location: Coastal Path

A cottage on a hill with plants in pots outside door
Robin Hood’s Bay

Who said camping had to be basic? Not on the Isle of Wight. Get away from it all in a treehouse, yurt, safari tent or eco-lodge and enjoy island life in comfort.

Get ready to glamp it up

Photo by: VisitBritain/Jason Hawkes

Location: Coastal Path

Three chalk sea stacks rising out of the sea. Lighthouse
Glamping on the Isle of Wight

Overlooking the golden sands of Bamburgh beach, this magnificent fortress is one of Britain’s biggest inhabited castles.

Plan your visit to Bamburgh Castle

Photo by: VisitBritain/Chris Ceasar

View from a distance of a castle on hill near a beach
Bamburgh Castle

Visit the much-loved Isle of Wight holiday home of Queen Victoria and see state and family rooms, her beach and glorious gardens.

Explore this royal residence

Photo by: Historic England/English Heritage

Location: Coastal Path

Osborne
Osborne

Quirky Carisbrooke Castle on the Isle of Wight has been a fortress, prison to Charles I and now, popular museum and English Heritage site.

Meet donkeys at Carisbrooke Castle

Photo by: Historic England/English Heritage

Location: Coastal Path

Carisbrooke gatehouse
Carisbrooke Castle

Take in the views on a walk along the Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve, along the coast from Skegness.

Visit Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

Dog Walking at Gibraltar Point, Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom at sunset.
Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve

Check out Art Gene, a research centre in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, which pledges that our “whole environment can be a work of art.”

Visit Art Gene

Photo by: richyjmo_

Location: Coastal Path

Autumn-island escape
Art Gene

On the Kent coast lies Dungeness – a vast shingle beach and nature reserve, which is home to an enormous variety of plants, wildlife, birds and bees.

Go bird watching at Dungeness

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coastal Path

A female photographer in the Dungeness Landscape.
Dungeness Nature Reserve

Enjoy walking and bird-watching where the Broads meet the coast, in this secluded part of Norfolk.

Walk on the wild side at Horsey

Photo by: norfolkbeachbarn

Bird watching at Cley & Salthouse marshes
Horsey

From festive lights trails to ghost-hunting trips, this ancient house offers festivals and events galore.

Discover Dunster Castle and Watermill

Photo by: National Trust Images/James Dobson

Location: Dartmoor and Exmoor

Dunster Castle and Watermill
Dunster Castle and Watermill

Saddle up! Northumberland’s wide sandy beaches and beautiful dunes are ideal for exploring on horseback.

Go horse riding in Northumberland

Photo by: VisitBritain/Hilary Dunn

Three people riding ponies along the beach
Horse riding on the Northumberland coast

On a wild coastal headland, this is an epic spot for photography, long walks and spectacular sea views.

Be inspired by Dunstanburgh Castle

Photo by: Historic England

Location: Northumberland

Dunstanburgh Castle
Dunstanburgh Castle

For 15 years, this community market has hosted some of the best-loved local food and drink producers.

More about Saltburn Farmers’ Market

Photo by: VisitBritain

Blond woman wearing purple apron preparing food in kitchen
Saltburn Farmers’ Market

As if the quaint fishing village of Staithes wasn’t charming enough, it also features a harbourside beach.

Relax on Staithes Beach

Photo by: VisitBritain/Melody Thornton

Location: Staithes, England

A woman, wearing sunglasses, looking out to see the harbour
Staithes Beach

Fancy an escape from the rest of the world? Take a personal tour of this pint-sized island, which becomes inaccessible to the mainland twice a day.

Tour Holy Island with a local

Photo by: VisitBritain

Location: Lindisfarne, England

Two people by an elevated causeway at low tide
Hidden Holy Island Guided Tour

Rafting, powerboating, paddlesports – it's all on the agenda at the Tees Barrage International White Water Centre.

Make a splash at the Tees Barrage International White Water Centre

Photo by: Visit Tees Valley/Michael Lazenby

A group of people water rafting in waterproof safety gear
Tees Barrage International White Water Centre

With its golden-sand beach, thriving foodie scene and hilltop castle, this town is a joy to explore.

Plan your trip to Bamburgh

Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu

Castle with beach and sand dunes
Bamburgh
Lake District

From the tip of England’s tallest peak to the nation’s deepest lake, this national park is stacked with super-sized scenery.

Find out more

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ryan Lomas

Location: Lake District, England

Rear view of young woman on a hillside with two dogs

Set your sights on stargazing in Ennerdale, one of the Lake District’s most remote valleys, on a Dark Sky Discovery session.

Be wowed at a Dark Sky Discovery session

Photo by: VisitBritain

Location: Lake District

Silhouette of man standing with outstretched arms on shore
Dark Sky Discovery
Liverpool

From The Beatles to Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music with seriously cool credentials.

Find out more

Photo by: Oh Me Oh My

Location: Liverpool

Rooftop of Oh me oh my restaurant in Liverpool

Adventure is always just around the corner in Exmoor National Park, home to Europe’s first Dark Sky Reserve.

Get starry eyed on Exmoor

Photo by: Getty Images/Martyn Ferry

A wild pony standing in the heather on the side of a hill.
Exmoor National Park

Surrounded by miles of sandy beaches and surf-ready waves, Newquay is a seaside star.

Surf’s up at Newquay

Photo by: VisitBritain/Ben Selway

Surfer walking out of the sea holding a surfboard and wearing a wetsuit
Newquay
Jurassic Coast

Welcome to dinosaur territory; its beaches and rocks strewn with ancient fossils and footprints.

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Portsmouth

Known as the Great Waterfront City, Portsmouth offers adventure sports, relaxation and refreshing sea air.

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Location: Portsmouth, England

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London

An unmissable destination for travellers, London is a melting pot of history, culture and green spaces.

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East of England

From traditional seaside towns to adventure sports and charming cities with heaps of history, the East of England has something for everyone.

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Location: Dunwich, England

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Brighton

A quirky seaside city filled with diverse cuisine, vintage shopping and adrenaline-fuelled adventure.

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Tuck into award-winning fish and chips on the seafront as you watch fishermen haul in their catch at this traditional seaside town.

Explore Aldeburgh

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Location: Aldeburgh, England

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Aldeburgh

With soft sandy beaches stretching for miles to thrills and spills at the pleasure beach, experience a traditional British seaside break.

Visit Great Yarmouth

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Location: Great Yarmouth, England

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Great Yarmouth

Stretching 50 miles (80km), this heritage coastline is less than two hours from London and is packed with wildlife, seafood the arts, history, and National Landscapes.

Enjoy the Suffolk coast

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Location: Felixstowe, England

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Suffolk Coast

For soft sandy beaches, surfing, museums and an all-round traditional British seaside experience, Cromer has it all.

A British seaside experience at Cromer

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Location: Cromer, England

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Cromer

From sand dunes to a pine forest, discover the beauty of Holkham Beach.

Hit the sands of Holkham Beach

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Location: Holkham, England

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Holkham Beach

With its Victorian charm, enjoy gardens in bloom and rock pools in Hunstanton, and weave through carrstone cottages and charming British pubs in Old Hunstanton.

Enjoy vintage charm in Hunstanton

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Location: Hunstanton, England

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Hunstanton and Old Hunstanton

Sea-spritzed Hull is a joy to discover, whatever the season.

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Hull

The looming ruins of Whitby Abbey inspired Bram Stoker to write his classic novel Dracula – and they’re just as atmospheric today.

Explore wonderful Whitby

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Whitby
Newcastle upon Tyne

Linked by no fewer than seven bridges around a bustling quayside, Newcastle and Gateshead form one vibrant place to visit.

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Location: Newcastle, England

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Adventure and experiences await

Split into five sections (North West, North East, East, South East and South West) National Trails shows each in detail. For all open paths and any diversions, keep a look out on the National Trails interactive map as well. 

Places to stay on the King Charles III England Coast Path

Liverpool  

Close to final stretch of the north west section of the King Charles III England Coast Path, Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music with seriously cool credentials. 

Amble 

In the north east, this tiny harbour village is ideal for accessing Northumberland’s section of the path, while Bamburgh sits to the north.  

Great Yarmouth 

From soft sandy beaches for miles to thrills and spills at the pleasure beach, tick off a traditional seaside experience in the east section of the path.  

 Brighton 

Right on the south eastern stretch between Shoreham-by-Sea and Eastbourne, Brighton is a fun-loving city on the south coast, with a huge choice of quirky bed and breakfasts. 

Quantock Hills 

Near the route between Brean Down and Minehead in the south west, this region is an official National Landscape, offering farm-stays and campsites. 

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A quirky seaside city filled with diverse cuisine, vintage shopping and adrenaline-fuelled adventure.

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From The Beatles to Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music with seriously cool credentials.

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Location: Liverpool

Rooftop of Oh me oh my restaurant in Liverpool

Welcome to dinosaur territory; its beaches and rocks strewn with ancient fossils and footprints.

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People kayaking along the shores of coastline

Historical hot property – evident in its castles, citadels and 2,000-year-old Hadrian’s Wall.

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View from a distance of a castle on hill near a beach

From traditional seaside towns to adventure sports and charming cities with heaps of history, the East of England has something for everyone.

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Location: Dunwich, England

A woman carrying a dog along a beach in Dunwich

Getting to the King Charles III England Coast Path

Whether you’re travelling by train, bus or road, England’s coast is simple to reach – and is within an hour’s journey of many major cities, including London. For international arrivals, Gatwick Airport is just a 30-minute drive or train journey from Brighton, while Folkestone and Newcastle (whose sections of the King Charles III England Coast Path are already open) offer ferry links with France and the Netherlands. 

Getting around

The  King Charles III England Coast Path provides improved access to the country’s shoreline, making it easy for everybody to visit. However, the coast is also home to thriving cities, towns and attractions, so it’s already very simple to navigate. For day walks, why not take the bus to a location on the path, and then hike back to your hotel? Or, hire a bike to explore the nearby countryside trails.

By foot

Walk it, of course! Even though the full route isn’t completed, many sections of the King Charles III England Coast Path are already open – so you can have a preview.

By train

From charming steam trains to high-speed networks, England’s coast is well connected by rail. Services usually link up with bus routes, too.

By bike

Venture out on two wheels to discover the best sights, beaches and picnic spots. Not all sections of the path are suitable for cyclists though.

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