South Milton Sands – Hope Cove Beach loop from Thurlestone

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South Milton Sands – Hope Cove Beach loop from Thurlestone

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South Milton Sands – Hope Cove Beach loop from Thurlestone

01:23

19.4km

340m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.66 km for 94 m

After 17.8 km for 223 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.72 km

South Milton Sands

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful large sandy beach with Thurlstone Rock arch and a National Trust cafe.

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8.70 km

Hope Cove Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Hope is a charming village with two beaches including Hope Cove. Excellent for swimming, enjoy the clear water and relaxed atmosphere before checking out the cafes and ice cream outlets. …

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8.90 km

Hope Cove Harbour Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

The larger of the two beaches at Hope Cove, this bay is great for surfing, with large sandy areas and even a sheltered area which is great for a paddle …

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9.98 km

Hope Cove Harbour Beach

Highlight • Beach

Hope Cove has two beaches, this one, Harbour Beach, at the South and Mouthwell Beach to the North.

Hope Cove is a former fishing village now turned quiet seaside destination. …

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18.2 km

View of Thurlestone Rock

Highlight • Beach

The road runs out here but there's a short stretch of coast path you can push the bike along over to the next headland where you can pick up asphalt …

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