Need a walk to lift the spirits? This magnificent 6-mile circular from Coleton Fishacre explores Kingswear, the Dart Estuary, Froward Point and one of the most beautiful stretches of the South Devon coast.

Perched above Hugh Town on St Mary’s, the Garrison offers one of the most atmospheric short walks in the Isles of Scilly. From 16th-century Elizabethan ramparts and Civil War batteries to sweeping views across to St Agnes and Bishop Rock, this easy hourly circuit gathers centuries of military history and wild coastal scenery into a single pre-dinner promenade.

Looking for one of Cornwall's hidden treasures? This spectacular coastal walk to Tregardock Beach explores one of North Cornwall's quietest and most beautiful stretches of coastline, with towering cliffs, secret coves, wild Atlantic scenery and unforgettable views along the South West Coast Path.

Every island in Scilly demands a place in a personal popularity contest, but my vote so often lands on Bryher. Written during my years covering the archipelago for the Western Morning News, here is a circular walk around Scilly’s most quintessential island—from Caribbean-style coves to the wild, restless surf of Hell Bay.