Moor Lane, Croyde, Braunton, Devon EX33 1PA
National Trust - Baggy Point
Coastal reserve
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7.6
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
7.6A South West Coast Path headland where a short walk leads out towards dramatic cliffs, seabird nesting places and views across the coastline towards Lundy Island and Bideford Bay.
Baggy Point makes a rewarding coastal walk feel like a proper headland expedition: the route reaches open cliffside scenery, with sea views and seabirds for company. A shorter easy-access path is also described, though surfaces and cliff-edge sections call for care.
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The experience
Allow around an hour for the 2.3-mile loop, or longer for stops and the coast views. The route combines farmland trails and rocky cliffside paths; rough sections, wind and steep drops are noted, so wear suitable footwear and take care.
Things to do
Walk the Baggy Point loop
Follow the reported 2.3-mile loop through farmland trails and rocky cliffside paths, with sea views along the way. Rough sections and steep drops are noted; suitable footwear and care are advised.
0.5–1 hour, route estimate
Take the easy-access coastal path
The National Trust describes an easy-access path suitable for wheelchair users with coastline views. Confirm the current route and conditions before visiting.
Look for the whale bones and wreck post
These are mentioned as features for visitors to spot on the walk; their precise location is not specified in the supplied sources.
Watch for seabirds on the cliffs
The source-row description notes seabirds nesting on the cliffs. Keep to the path and observe wildlife without disturbing it.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 1 hour
Quick Escape: out towards the point
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Start at Baggy Point car park on Moor Lane.
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Follow the gently sloping route towards Baggy Point and return, allowing time for the coastline views.
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Take care on cliffside sections and check conditions before setting out.
Half day · Half day
Make a Half Day of It: headland loop and Croyde Beach
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Walk the reported 2.3-mile loop from the National Trust car park, taking in farmland trails and rocky cliffside paths.
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Pause for sea views and look for the whale bones, old wreck post and Coastguard Pole.
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If conditions and time allow, add a visit to Croyde Beach; check access and conditions before travelling.
Hidden details
Whale bones and an old wreck post — The walk description singles out whale bones and an old wreck post as features to look for. The supplied evidence does not give their history or exact positions.
Baggy Point Coastguard Pole — AllTrails lists the Coastguard Pole as a point of interest on the route.
When to go
· Check weather and current conditions; no preferred time is established by the supplied sources.
No seasonal recommendation is established in the supplied evidence.
The route can be windy; rougher sections may be more challenging in wet weather. Check the forecast and wear appropriate footwear.
The route
- ascent
- 249 ft
- surface
- Mix of farmland trails and rocky cliffside paths; rougher sections noted.
- distance
- 2.3 miles
- duration
- 0.5–1 hour estimated
- difficulty
- Easy (AllTrails rating); cliffside sections include rough ground and steep drops, so take care.
- route shape
- Loop
- start point
- National Trust car park, Moor Lane, Croyde, Devon EX33 1PA
- parking start
- National Trust car park on Moor Lane. National Trust says parking uses the JustPark app; check current charges and arrangements.
- shorter alternative
- A gently sloping out-and-back walk towards Baggy Point is described as 2.7 miles there and back; an easy-access path is also available, but the supplied sources do not give its distance.
- Coastal views
- Farmland trails
- Rocky cliffside paths
- Baggy Point Coastguard Pole
- Croyde Beach as a possible extension
Worth pairing with
Croyde Beach
AllTrails suggests extending the day with a visit to Croyde Beach. Check access and conditions before travelling.
What to look for
Look for the whale bones and old wreck post mentioned in the walk description, seabirds nesting on the cliffs, and the Coastguard Pole identified as a point of interest on the route.
Best time to go
Check current conditions before visiting; the supplied sources do not establish a best season.
The supplied sources do not establish a best time of day. Check weather and current conditions before setting out.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Photographers · Families · Wildlife lovers
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Listed hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: 10am-4pm
- Sunday: 10am-4pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
A National Trust coastal headland reached from Moor Lane, Croyde. The countryside is listed as open dawn to dusk; check current access and opening information before setting out.
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Parking
National Trust car park on Moor Lane. Parking uses the JustPark app; check current charges and arrangements before travelling.
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Toilets
National Trust lists toilets and an accessible toilet. Check availability before visiting.
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Food & drink
National Trust lists a tea-room. Check current opening times before visiting.
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Dogs
National Trust lists dogs as allowed. Check current guidance and signage, particularly near cliff edges and wildlife.
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Accessibility
National Trust describes an easy-access path suitable for wheelchair users with coastline views, uneven surfaces and routes elsewhere, designated parking and an accessible toilet. The accessible path should not be assumed to cover the full headland route; check the access guide before visiting.
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Cost
Paid — car parking is reported as fee-paying; check current charges.
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