South West 660

23/11/2024

Congratulations to Devon Partners at this year's Tourism Awards - South West 🏆🎉👏

Beverley Holidays
🥇 GOLD - Holiday Park of the Year
🏅COMMENDED - Dog Friendly Business of the Year

Cary Arms
🥈 SILVER - Casual Dining Award
🥉 BRONZE - Small Hotel of the Year
🥉 BRONZE - Spa & Wellbeing Experience of the Year for their Equilibrium Facial with Chakra Healing

Lympstone Manor - Relais & Châteaux
🥇 GOLD - Small Hotel of the Year

Sea Kayak Devon
🥉 BRONZE - Active and Learning Experience of the Year for their Hidden Devon Half Day Kayak Trip

The Farmers Arms Woolsery
🥇 GOLD - Pub of the Year

👏Andy Banner-Price, Owner at The 25 Boutique B&B wji won Outstanding Contribution to Devon Tourism.🎉

Full details here: https://www.devontourismawards.org.uk/winners

21/11/2024

The Telegraph have published their top 10 ranked counties out of all 48 and guess what? All four counties in the South West 660 are in the top 10!

The final SW660 county and in 1st place on their list, is Devon - which makes up part of Route 3, all of Route 4, 5, and 11 plus part of Route 12!

They've also highlighted the 'ultimate hotel' as Lympstone Manor - Relais & Châteaux which is on Route 3 of South West 660. “One of Britain’s most exciting country house hotels, with BBC Great British Menu icon Michael Caines at the helm, and showstopping Michelin-starred food.”

Visit our website to find out more about Lympstone Manor and our routes visit our website www.southwest660.com

Rankings were based on natural wonders, history and culture, luxuries, peace and quite plus a reader poll.

You can find out more about the ranked counties here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/counties-of-england-map-best-visit-parks-beaches-heritage/

19/11/2024

Our latest blog, courtesy of new SW660 Partner Beverley Holidays, is here to help inspire you to Effortlessly Explore The English Riviera.

The English Riviera is an unmissable gem on the SouthWest 660 route. A guide to enjoying this corner of the country any time of year.

18/11/2024

The Telegraph have published their top 10 ranked counties out of all 48 and guess what? All four counties in the South West 660 are in the top 10!

Next up for us, and in 4th place on their list, is Cornwall - which makes up Routes 6, 7, 8, 9 and part of Route 10.

They've also highlighted the 'ultimate hotel' as the Scarlet which is on Route 9 of South West 660. “An adults-only, eco-friendly retreat where lashings of style and comfort are combined with breathtaking sea vistas.”

Visit our website to find out more about The Scarlet and our routes - www.southwest660.com

Rankings were based on natural wonders, history and culture, luxuries, peace and quite plus a reader poll.

You can find out more about the ranked counties here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/counties-of-england-map-best-visit-parks-beaches-heritage/

15/11/2024

The Telegraph have published their top 10 counties out of all 48 and guess what? All four counties in the South West 660 are in the top 10!

Somerset has come in 5th place on their ranking, with North Somerset making up part of Route 12 in particular for us, where Exmoor meets the sea.

Visit our website to find out more about our Somerset route - https://southwest660.com/route/lynton-to-watchet

Rankings were based on natural wonders, history and culture, luxuries, peace and quite plus a reader poll.

Find out more about why Somerset made this position here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/counties-of-england-map-best-visit-parks-beaches-heritage/

Visit Exmoor

13/11/2024

Let's up sticks and head along Route 6 - Plymouth to St Austell.

Many Cornish poems, legends and songs refer to crossing the River Tamar. The wide, attractive river valley to the west of Plymouth forms the modern council border between Devon and Cornwall – but to many Cornish it’s far more significant. It’s the border between Cornwall… and England.

So drivers should note you are not just entering another holiday area – but a county with a proud independent history and its own language.

The coastal stretch between Looe and Par is particularly special. The tiny undeveloped bays and rocky headlands form an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Negotiating the maze of coastal lanes here needs a bit of planning but they’ll repay it by giving access to a gorgeous untamed stretch of seashore.

Finish this route with Bodinnick Ferry which takes you across a memorable narrow stretch of the estuary into the heart of Fowey. After braving the narrow streets here, head for St Austell Bay via Par, Charlestown and Porthpean, with possible detours to beaches at Polkerris and Carlyon Bay.

Find our Partners on this route:

Stay:
💤 Rashleigh Arms Charlestown
🛎️ Fowey Hall Hotel
🛏️ The Pier House Hotel Charlestown
🏨 Talland Bay Hotel

Dine:
🍔 Rashleigh Arms, Charlestown
🥘 The Pier House, Charlestown
🍽️ Talland Bay Hotel

📌📷 St Austell Bay

Find out more and plan your next adventure here: https://southwest660.com/route/plymouth-to-st-austell

12/11/2024

The Telegraph have published their top 10 ranked counties out of all 48 and guess what? All four counties in the South West 660 are in the top 10!

For starters, and in 9th place, is Dorset which makes up Routes 1, 2 and part of Route 3.

They've also highlighted the 'ultimate hotel' as THE PIG Hotel and their Pig on the Beach which is on Route 1 of South West 660. “This small group’s winning formula benefits from the Jurassic Coast’s beauty at its Dorset outpost. It’s all about warm interiors imbued with a sense of nostalgia, informal yet pin-sharp service, and a locavore-friendly restaurant worth pigging out in.”

Visit website to find out more about The Pig and our Dorset routes - www.southwest660.com

Rankings were based on natural wonders, history and culture, luxuries, peace and quite plus a reader poll.

You can find out more about what they said about Dorset, and the rest of the top 10 here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/counties-of-england-map-best-visit-parks-beaches-heritage/

11/11/2024

Thanks to Voice Newspapers for sharing our news!

We're incredibly pleased to continue our partnership with St Austell Brewery.

Encouraging year-round tourism

09/11/2024

If eclectic or quirky is your thing, then you're going to want to meet our newest Partner venue - The Bath Hotel in Lynmouth, North Devon.

🛌🌊 With 20 comfortable and quintessentially eclectic en-suite rooms, the majority with sea views. Each room has its own character, unique decor and feel, with a nod to the history of our Victorian building.

🍽️🥘 With two dining options to choose from, either enjoy their restaurant or their pub.
🫧💆‍♀️Road trippers can relax with with a treatment in their massage rooms.

🐕‍🦺🐶 Dog friendly dining option and rooms available.
⚡🪫 There are two electric vehicle charging points.

🚶‍➡️🚃Perfectly situated just minutes away from the The South West Coast Path and the famous Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway.

Find The Bath Hotel on Route 11, Clovelly to Lynton - https://southwest660.com/eat-and-drink/clovelly-to-lynton

08/11/2024

Congratulations to SW660 Partners who won awards at last night's Tourism Awards - South West at the spectacular Truro Cathedral.

St Michaels Resort - 🥇Gold in Spa and Wellbeing Experience, 🥈Silver in Large Hotel of the Year
Talland Bay hotel - 🥈Silver in Restaurant of the Year, 🥇Gold in Small Hotel of the Year
Tregenna Castle -🥉Bronze in Large Hotel of the Year
Fowey Hall Hotel - 🥇Gold in Large Hotel of the Year

05/11/2024

Let's drive along Route 5 - Dartmouth to Plymouth.

There are no large towns, industry or even much tourist development in the bottom corner of Devon, known to locals as the South Hams.

Before you reach the urban centre of Plymouth this is a chance to discover a glorious coastline of small sandy coves, wooded estuaries and boating creeks backed by rolling green dairy farmland.

This entire coast is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with miles of winding narrow lanes. Between the exceptional seascapes find pristine villages and historic towns – these are some of the southwest’s most expensive postcodes.

Seek out Slapton Ley, Blackpool Sands and the extraordinary Burgh Island (pictured) or the pretty creekside village of Noss Mayo to name a few.

Stay:
🏨 Thurlestone Hotel
🏘️ Coast & Country Cottages
🛖 Dittisham Hideaway Treehouses & Shepherds Lodges
🛋️ Mariners guest house
🏨 Boringdon Hall Hotel
🛏️ Rose & Crown, Yealmpton
🛌 The Hope and Anchor Inn
🛋️ Residence One by Bistrot Pierre

Dine:
🍳 Blackpool Sands
🦐 The Winking Prawn
🐟 Rockfish
🍽️ Àclèaf
🥧 The Victoria Inn, Salcombe
🍲 Rose & Crown, Yealmpton
🍛 The Hope and Anchor Inn
🍽️ Ocean View Bar & Dining at The Dome

📷📌Bigbury-on-Sea
Find out more here: https://southwest660.com/route/dartmouth-to-plymouth

02/11/2024

🤝 We're delighted to announce a new Partner - Beverley Holidays!

🏅 Their award-winning South Devon holiday parks offer unforgettable camping, lodge and caravan holidays in Paignton at the heart of the English Riviera.

🫧 Stay in their luxury hot tub lodges or holiday caravans, or book a camping, touring caravan and motorhome pitch with stunning sea views.

🧑‍🦽‍➡️Accessible and 🐕‍🦺 dog friendly options available, plus ⚡22 KW EV chargers

They can be found on Route 4, Exeter to Dartmouth https://southwest660.com/route/exeter-to-dartmouth

31/10/2024

Are you watching Kate Humble’s beautiful program on the The South West Coast Path between Porlock Weir and Lynmouth?

On section 12 of South West 660.

Watch it on My5 if you missed it!

31/10/2024

Have you got Route 4, Exeter to Dartmouth, on your must visit list?

Sheltered by the heights of Dartmoor, this east-facing coast between the Exe and Dart creates a special microclimate. The scenery and warmth led to the creation of a series of elegant resorts known as the English Riviera.

Today, whether you are escaping the motorway or A303 at Exeter, or you’ve been exploring our recommended coastal roads in East Devon, this stretch of the SW660 makes a fascinating detour.

Between some glorious protected coves and estuaries, much of this stretch of shoreline has been well developed. It offers some of the South West’s best hotels and restaurants.

Stay:
🏕️ Beverley Holidays, Paignton
🛌 Dartmouth Escapes, Dartmouth
💤 The 25 Boutique B&B,Torquay
🛌 Cary Arms, Babbacombe
🏨 Dart Marina Hotel, Dartmouth
🛌 Bayards Cove Inn, Dartmouth

Dine:
Embankment Bistro, Dartmouth
The Angel - Taste of Devon, Dartmouth
The Seahorse, Dartmouth
Rockfish, Dartmouth, Torquay and Brixham

📌📷 The Pier at Teignmouth

29/10/2024

👋 Welcome to new Partner Warcombe Farm Camping Park, who are open March to October.

🗺️ Nestled between the villages of Mortehoe, Lee and Woolacombe, it's just a short drive from the historic harbour town of Ilfracombe.

🚙 They can accommodate any type of unit, from large tents to caravans, campervans, fifth wheel tourers and motorhomes.

🐕‍🦺 They are dog friendly, a 14 acre fully fenced woodland walk for off-lead exercise with direct access to the south west coast path and even have a luxury Dog Wash area!

🎣 With its own private coarse fishing lake for the exclusive use of guests, you can look forward to catching Carp, Tench, Rudd and Roach.

⭐ SW660 Member Perk- receive a cream tea on arrival!

Find them on Route 11 here: https://southwest660.com/route/clovelly-to-lynton

26/10/2024

Today is World Sauna Day! 🔥💦🛖

Did you know there are at least 15 on outdoor saunas by the sea, along the South West 660! Find out more in our blog here: https://southwest660.com/saunas-by-the-sea

Did you know you can enjoy a sauna by the sea? Well it seems to be the new way of enjoying this form of wellness and that’s at the beach!

25/10/2024

Our latest newsletter is live! Competitions, events, offers and more!

The far corner of the southwest peninsula is perfect for a meandering coastal road trip. West of Penzance and St Ives there are no towns or dual carriageways – just a fascinating selection of remote villages, rocky shores and wild moorland. It’s a perfect demonstration of why we recommend taking...

25/10/2024

2 months until Christmas Day! 🎄

Why not give the gift of a South West 660 Membership? 🎁

Our Free Lite Membership is an online-only package, and the Premium Membership includes some items posted to you, to be able to give to your lucky recipient.

Any memberships bought as gifts ahead of Christmas will have an expiry of 31st December 2025.

More info here: https://southwest660.com/product/membership