Plymouth ranked among UK's top hiking locations

6th January 2025

Plymouth has been recognised as one of the top hiking destinations in the UK.

In a survey from outdoor retailer Blacks, Plymouth ranked second in the United Kingdom for its superb walking routes with a score of 9.22 out of 10.

Sandwiched between Dartmoor National Park and Plymouth Sound National Marine Park, whilst neighbouring Cornwall and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in South Devon, scenic walks are aplenty in Plymouth with waterfront vistas one of the many highlights of Britain's Ocean City. 

A survey from Blacks.co.uk said: "Plymouth ranks second with a score of 9.22. It is home to nine trails per 10 km², 8% of which have an elevation of over 1,000 m, ensuring various challenging hiking experiences. Plymouth also excels in trails with wildflowers (53%) and wildlife (64%), offering immersive natural encounters. 

"The city also enjoys relatively warm weather, with an average annual temperature of 10.9˚C, and has seen 1,167 social media posts about its sunrises and sunsets. One of the most popular trails in Plymouth is the South West Coast Path. 

Plymouth boasts nine trails per 10 km², 8% of which have an elevation of over 1,000 m, ensuring various challenging hiking experiences. The region is also rich in natural beauty, with 53% of trails featuring wildflowers and 64% offering opportunities for wildlife spotting

"This renowned long-distance walking route starts in Minehead, Somerset, and runs along the coastline to Poole in Dorset, but the sections near Plymouth offer some spectacular coastal scenery."

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