Bournemouth Coast Path
A 37-mile long distance footpath which follows a section of the Dorset Coast Path from Swanage in the west to Lymington in the east. With map, statistics, and GPX route file.
Statistics and Files
Grid Ref: SZ 031 789
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
Time: 15–20 hours
Duration: 1–3 days
Ordnance Survey Explorer Maps (1:25,000):
OL15 Purbeck and South Dorset
OL22 New Forest, Southampton, Ringwood, Ferndown, Lymington, Christchurch and Bournemouth
OL29 Isle of Wight
Summary
The Bournemouth Coast Path is full of varied interest, featuring two natural harbours, ferries, woods, high cliffs, and some of the finest views on the south coast. At the same time, transport is close to hand, making the path an attractive walking route not only for experienced walkers but also for visitors and residents who may wish to explore shorter stretches of coastline. The path links the Dorset Coast Path—the final and most easterly section of the South West Coast Path National Trail—with the Solent Way running from Milford-on-Sea to Emsworth. This creates a continuous route from Minehead in Somerset to Emsworth on the Hampshire-Surrey border. (Source: LDWA)