South West 660

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

24/10/2024

Not long to go until our competition closes!

Vino Zero, Dartmouth Escapes, Visit South Devon, Discover Dartmouth

📢 Our latest competition is live!

We've teamed up with Visit South Devon and Discover Dartmouth to offer a wonderful prize with Partners Dartmouth Escapes and Vino Zero.

Find out more and enter here: https://www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk/win/win-two-night-stay-dartmouth-more

24/10/2024

Thank you to Rise & Shine for sharing our news! We're delighted to be partnering for another year with St Austell Brewery.

Link to story in comments

The successful partnership between the Iconic road trip, South West 660 and St Austell Brewery has been renewed for a third consecutive year.

To find out more, check out the story at riseandshine.hale-events.com now. Subscribe to the newsletter for your slice of morning hospitality.

22/10/2024

It was brilliant to be part of the launch of Salt Media's The Trencherman's Guide number 32 yesterday at the gorgeous Hotel Endsleigh.

Food was obviously delicious, and as South West 660’s dedicated driver for the day, co-founder Ruud, tried out St Austell Brewery’s brand new 0.5% Proper Job, which he's happy to report was more than ‘proper’!

Well done on a great event and fantastic new guide!

21/10/2024

We're looking forward to lunch today at Hotel Endsleigh to celebrate the launch of the The Trencherman's Guide edition 32 which has just landed!

This new edition includes 111 venues (spanning Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, Bath, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire) that have been handpicked to provide the definitive guide to the very best dining experiences in this gastronomic region.

We're so pleased to be one of their partners who, by supporting this beautiful guide, we are supporting the South West hospitality industry.

You can buy one here: https://trenchermans-guide.com/the-guide/trenchermans-guide-edition-32/

20/10/2024

Are you still looking for a pre-Christmas break away or something for early 2025?
Then a 2 night weekend break with Dittisham Hideaway Treehouses & Shepherds Lodges is the answer!

They have teamed up with the fabulous The Angel - Taste of Devon restaurant in the heart of Dartmouth, where included in your stay you have the pleasure of dining in their award winning restaurant for a 2 course Sunday Lunch and with your check out not being until 3pm you may even have time for a quick dip in the hot tub before you head home.

With their Treehouses, Shepherds Lodges and a Vintage Airstream suitable for every weather condition the UK throws at us, you really can relax in the comfort of your chosen accommodation. They are all heated throughout, plenty of blankets to cosy up with, wood-fired Hot-tubs, log burners (exc Airstream), welcome hampers to provide you with for your first mornings breakfast and hot drinks during your stay. You won’t need for anything while at Dittisham Hideaway.

For more information visit https://dittishamhideaway.co.uk/2-night-stays/

18/10/2024

In our latest blog post, we celebrate with our newest Partner venue, Tregenna Castle resort as they reach 250 years of hospitality. We share some of their tips for what to do in St Ives, plus you can win a stay with them!

https://southwest660.com/celebrating-tregenna-castle-resorts-250th-anniversary

2024 marks a monumental moment for new South West 660 Partner venue, Tregenna Castle Resort. Plan a visit to celebrate with them.

17/10/2024

Have you explored Route 3 Lyme Regis to Exeter?

West of Lyme Regis, the SW660 offers a wonderful sequence of rolling high cliffs of various colours. They rise and fall between the river mouths at each of East Devon’s charming old seaside towns.

The red sandstone cliffs and sea stacks around Exmouth and Budleigh Salterton mark the end of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site – but for savvy drivers, the route continues around the Exe Estuary to offer breath-taking landscapes.

Unlike the M5, don’t whizz past the Exe without appreciating this largely unsung tidal valley with world-class panoramic views. And if there’s time to take an urban break from the coastal roads, the thriving and historic cathedral city of Exeter makes a good stopover.

🛌🏨Why not stop and stay with one of our Partners? From cosy cottages and perfect pubs to seaside slumber and Michelin manors:

Ladram Bay Holiday Park
Mazzard Farm Cottages Devon
The Pig Hotel at Combe
The Globe, Topsham
The Masons Arms, Branscombe
Lympstone Manor - Relais & Châteaux
The Kingswood Hotel, Sidmouth
The Elizabeth, Sidmouth
Bedford Hotel, Sidmouth

🍽️There are many delicious dining Partners too!

Rock Point Inn, Lyme Regis
Rockfish - Budleigh Salterton, Exmouth and Exeter
Dukes Sidmouth
River Cottage Kitchen, Axminster
The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth

You can find out more about Route 3 here: https://southwest660.com/route/lyme-regis-to-exeter

📌📷 The Beach Huts at Seaton

14/10/2024

Route 2 - Weymouth to Lyme Regis

Following the Dorset coast westwards from Weymouth to Lyme Regis offers a unique driving adventure. It’s not only that you’ll be driving entirely within one of the country’s largest Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you’ll also be passing the extraordinary landscapes of the Jurassic Coast, the UK’s only natural World Heritage Site.

The highlights of this stretch include Chesil Beach, one of the world’s finest and longest pebble barriers, and the strange orange sandstone of Golden Cap, the highest cliff along the whole southern English coastline.

Stay:

🛌 The Bull Hotel, Bridport
🏨 Moonfleet Manor Hotel
🛋️ Rock Point Inn

Dine:
🦪 The Oyster and Fish House
🍽️ The Bull Hotel, Bridport

Want to find out more? https://southwest660.com/route/weymouth-to-lyme-regis

13/10/2024

Bude-iful Bude Sea Pool, on Route 10 of . We popped by over the weekend for dip in the glorious sunshine.

Bude Sea Pool is a semi natural pool which opened in 1930 as a safe haven for bathers, it is looked after by its passionate charity and a much loved and well used free pool. With the cliffs at the rear providing some shelter, the staggered terrace provides space for sitting or changing whilst the cheerfully coloured beach huts look on.

At approximately 91m long and 45m wide, it is nearly double the length of an Olympic swimming pool and is one of the largest tidal pools of its kind in the UK. As this is a tidal pool, high tide is to be respected and avoided, as well as when the weather is windy and wild but the comings and goings of all types of friendly swimmers seeking the same joy will warm your heart whatever the weather.

Find this and other sea pools on our blog post:
https://southwest660.com/outdoor-lidos-and-sea-pools-on-the-south-west-660

Bude

12/10/2024

📢 We have another competition for you!

🏰🛌 We've teamed up with our newest Partner Tregenna Castle, to celebrate their 250th year, and you can win a great getaway with them in St Ives. Plus a South West 660 membership for yourself, or if you're already a member, you can gift it to a friend.

🏆 ENTER HERE: https://southwest660.com/tregenna-castle-competition

Closes Monday 11th November 23:59. Ts and Cs apply. Good luck!

Win 2 Silver Package Tickets to the Sidmouth Jazz Festival in our fabulous competition from South West 660 and our brilliant parters

11/10/2024

Explore Route 1 - Sandbanks to Weymouth

The SW660, starts with this inspiring drive through gorgeous unspoilt Dorset countryside. For 40 miles between Sandbanks and Weymouth it offers views of rolling green hills and sensational chalky seascapes. Don’t expect motorways – there’s barely a dual carriageway in this section.

We have some unique Partner venues to stay at along this route:
🚤 The Priory Wareham
🌳 Knoll House Hotel
🐖 THE PIG Hotel on the Beach

Alongside some delicious dining options from Partners too:
🐟 Rockfish, Poole
🍟 Rockfish, Weymouth
🎣 Catch at The Old Fish Market
🍽️ The Garden Room at The Priory Wareham

Want to find out more? Visit https://southwest660.com/route/sandbanks-to-weymouth

09/10/2024

Congratulations to all the 73 Finalists of the 2024 Devon Tourism Awards - Tourism Awards - South West

Amongst these are some of our wonderful Partner venues...

🎉 Congratulations to:

Sea Kayak Devon Hidden Devon Half Day Kayak Trip - Active & Learning Experience of the Year
Cary Arms - Casual Dining Award, Small Hotel of the Year & Spa Experience of the Year
Lympstone Manor - Relais & Châteaux - Small Hotel of the Year
The Farmers Arms Woolsery - Pub of the Year

Winners will be announced at a glittering ceremony at the Crowne Plaza Plymouth on 21 November, with Gold winners in matching categories nominated to represent in the national Visit England Awards in 2025 .

08/10/2024

Travel the South West 660 your way!

South West 660 Explorer Sheila, aka Tin Tent Adventures, kept us in the loop on her Instagram account as she travelled in her Blue Ford Focus for 10 days, along all 12 sections of the from Sandbanks in Dorset to Watchet in Somerset.

Sheila, who has already adventured on Scotland's equivalent - the NC500, said "the route notes are absolutely fantastic and really easy to follow". She enjoyed lots of food, drink, views and meeting amazing people along the way.

Why not follow in Tin Tent's tyre tracks? Become a South West 660 Explorer today - https://southwest660.com/membership-options

Pictured top left to bottom right: B3306 road from Cape Cornwall to St Ives, Campsite at Pentewan Beach, Sunrise at Paignton Beach, A seal in Cornwall, Lynton and Lynmouth Clifftop Railway, The finish line in Watchet

South West 660 is an iconic road trip from Poole in Dorset to Watchet in Somerset, following the beautiful coastline of south west England.

03/10/2024

Oh what a night! The Food Lifestyle Awards at Nancarrow Farm was such a delightful event, full of food, drink, chat, and a celebration of great businesses.

Sat on long feasting tables we broke bread with smoked butter and indulged in sharing dishes including ricotta ravioli with heritage tomato and lovage, wood roasted lamb, grilled hispi cabbage with lamb fat crumb and gnocchi with wild mushrooms.

We sponsored the Exceptional Spa Experience and Comms Manager, Lauren, presented this to Gaia Spa Boringdon! Congratulations to them and all of the winners and finalists, of which a full list can be found here: https://food-mag.co.uk/features/food-reader-awards/food-lifestyle-reader-awards-2024/

All of these businesses deserve to be on your must visit list!

If you have the latest Food Lifestyle Magazine, you'll find our lovely full page piece on page 8!

📸 Guy Harrop Photography

02/10/2024

🏰 Want to stay in a Castle? Tregenna Castle Resort in St Ives, Cornwall, combines historic charm, modern amenities, and versatile event spaces for a memorable experience.

🌴With 72 acres of subtropical gardens, a 9-hole golf course, and some of St Ives' best leisure facilities to boot. So whether you fancy taking a dip in their outdoor pool or playing a game on their tennis courts, they've got you covered.

🛏️ They have rooms, apartments and self catering to choose from.

🍽️ The Godrevy View Restaurant is perfectly situated with uncompromising views over their gardens, the very recognisable Godrevy Lighthouse and beyond to the aquamarine bay of St Ives

⭐SW660 Partner Perk - 30% discount off the flexible Bed and Breakfast rate. Must be pre-paid.

You can find them on Route 8 on : https://southwest660.com/route/penzance-to-st-ives

30/09/2024

Tonight's the night! We're heading to Nancarrow Farm for a delicious awards dinner for the Food Lifestyle Awards.

We're pleased to be sponsoring the Exceptional Spa Experience award as well, and we look forward to presenting the award to the winner announced tonight.

Good luck to everyone, especially our Partners in the following categories:

🏆 Chef of the year
Connor Reed - River Cottage
Paul Ainsworth - Paul Ainsworth at No6
Elly Wentworth - The Angel - Taste of Devon

🏆 Restaurant of the year
The Angel Taste of Devon

🏆 Pub of the year
Harbour Inn, Porthleven

🏆 Hotel of the year
Bedruthan Hotel & Spa
The Greenbank Hotel
The Pig Hotel, Harlyn Bay

🏆 Exceptional Spa Experience
Gaia Spa Boringdon
Scarlet Hotel

🏆 Cool place to stay
The Collective at Woolsery

29/09/2024

Our latest newsletter is live, and it's full of goodies. Grab a cuppa and lust after Looe, follow in the footsteps of films, plan your explorer itinerary alongside some great events and oooh... is that a competition we see? It sure is!

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 dri...

28/09/2024

💤 Whilst we encourage our explorers to enjoy slow travel, one of our newest Partners The Priory Wareham have a similar idea and have a great offer to get you to stop rushing, and linger a little longer... with their special 3-for-2 offer.

🛏️ Enjoy three nights of bed and breakfast bliss, but only pay for two—how splendid is that?

🍳🥓Start each morning with a hearty breakfast to set the tone for your day of leisure. For all of this to happen, they ask that you dine with them for one evening of your stay. Allow us to treat you to a night of aperitfs, cocktails, quaffable wines and mouthwatering food in our Garden Room restaurant; where the ambiance is as delightful as the dishes.

It’s the perfect excuse to extend your stay and indulge in a little more of what makes The Priory so special. To book, either call them on 01929 551666, or book online using code 3for2.

You can find them on South West 660 on Route 1: https://southwest660.com/route/sandbanks-to-weymouth

Offer subject to availability. The offer is valid from Sunday - Thursday, 1st of October to the 30th of November 2024 and excludes all drinks and extras. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.