Sidmouth to Ladram Bay Walk

3 miles (4.5 km)

This walk visits a beautiful secluded bay and the wonderful sea stacks at Ladram Bay on the Jurassic Coast. It's a short walk of just under 3 miles from the town of Sidmouth, but there is a fair climb to Peak Hill and High Peak which stands at a height of 157 metres (515�ft). From the high points there are stunning views down the coast in both directions.
The route starts on the seafront in Sidmouth and follows the coast path west past the lovely Sidmouth Beach. You then climb to the photogenic High Peak with its partially eroded cliff face, with four rock�strata. The area is geologically significant with the base of the cliffs dating from the Triassic Period about 220 Million years ago. The deposits in the centre of the cliff face are from the�Mercia Mudstone Group�and were formed about 200 Million years ago.
The trail passes through a small woodland area at High Peak before descending to Ladram Bay. Here you will find the striking�sandstone sea stacks in a lovely bay with a small beach. The 'Otter Sandstone' that forms the cliffs and sea stacks were deposited in hot dry climates in the�Triassic Period�about 220 Million years ago.
Just a mile to the west of the bay you will find the pretty village of Otterton where you can visit Otterton Mill. It's an attractive little village with a green, thatched cottages and a pretty stream running through it. The historic mill is set in a lovely location by the river and is open to visitors for free.
In nearby Budleigh Salterton you can visit the River Otter and the Otter Estuary which is a great place for bird watching. Our longer Exmouth to Sidmouth Walk and the Sidmouth to Budleigh Salterton Walk visit the site and gives great views of the Exe Estuary also.

Sidmouth to Ladram Bay Ordnance Survey Map - view and print off detailed OS map

Sidmouth to Ladram Bay Open Street Map - view and print off detailed map

Sidmouth to Ladram Bay OS Map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking

Sidmouth to Ladram Bay Open Street Map - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Pubs/Cafes

In Otterton head to the Kings Arms for some refreshments. The pub is in a delightful location next to the little mill stream that runs through the village. There's a good menu and drinks selection with a nice outdoor seating area for warmer days. It's also dog friendly. You can find the pub on Fore St, with a postcode of EX9 7HB for your sat navs.

Further Information and Other Local Ideas

To continue your walking in the area, head east along the coast path to visit Branscombe and Beer on the Sidmouth to Beer Walk.
Just east of Sidmouth you'll find the lovely Donkey Sanctuary in Salcombe Regis. This free tourist attraction includes a series of walkways taking you around the site and providing plenty of opportunities to interact with the resident donkeys. There's also a fine restaurant with wonderful views over the surrounding countryside.
For more walking ideas in the area see the Devon Walks page.