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Walks Around Brixham

Brixham is a historic fishing town on the South Devon coast, famous for its links to pirates, smugglers, and fresh seafood. The town’s working harbour and fish market remain the heart of local life — and from here, a network of scenic walks leads you along the clifftops, through woodlands, and to nearby coves and heritage spots.

🥾 Featured Walking Routes

Berry Head to Sharkham Point

Distance: 1.6 miles (2.7 km)
Difficulty: Moderate
Explore the Berry Head National Nature Reserve, with its dramatic cliffs, sea views, and wildlife. A great short walk to spot birds or enjoy a coastal breeze.

Brixham Breakwater

Distance: 1.1 miles (1.8 km)
Difficulty: Easy
A level route along Brixham’s breakwater, with panoramic views over the harbour and Torbay. Toilets, parking, and a café available. Ideal for a gentle stroll.

Coleton Fishacre Walk

Distance: 5.8 miles (9.3 km)
Difficulty: Challenging
A hilly route with rewarding views across the River Dart and Start Bay. Visit Brownstone Battery and Coleton Fishacre, the former Art Deco home of the D’Oyly Carte family. Starts after crossing the River Dart by ferry.

Fishcombe Point & Churston Ferrers

Distance: 3.5 miles (5.7 km)
Difficulty: Moderate
Follow ancient lanes and coastal paths around Churston Cove and Fishcombe Point. Pass through historic estates and enjoy quiet, dog-friendly beaches along the way.

Greenway, Broadsands & Galmpton Creek

Distance: 6.9 miles (11.0 km)
Difficulty: Challenging
A countryside and riverside walk with views over Tor Bay and a visit to Agatha Christie’s former home at Greenway. Includes woodland paths, creekside views, and historic railway viaducts.

Riviera Line: Paignton Station to Brixham

Distance: 5.4 miles (8.7 km)
Difficulty: Moderate
Follow the South West Coast Path from Paignton to Brixham, past hidden harbours and mining heritage. Return by local bus. Great for combining coast and countryside.

Sharkham Point & Berry Head Circuit

Distance: 5.8 miles (9.3 km)
Difficulty: Moderate
A circular walk between Brixham’s two main headlands, with Napoleonic forts, sea views, and wildflower grasslands. Look for the famous ‘Brixham Penguins’ — actually noisy guillemots nesting on the cliffs.

Berry Head Nature Walk – Wildlife & Forts

Distance: 1.6 miles (2.6 km)
Difficulty: Easy
A short walk across Torbay’s most important nature reserve. Great for spotting seabirds, rare plants, and learning about the area’s military past. Best enjoyed in spring and autumn.

Woodhuish & Mansands Circuit

Distance: 3.6 miles (5.8 km)
Difficulty: Moderate
A hilly route with coastal views and a descent to Man Sands beach, where farmland is returning to nature. Ideal for families with older kids. Look for grass snakes in the lagoon and birds at low tide.

🐟 Don’t Miss in Brixham:

  • Brixham Fish Market – Book a morning tour to see one of the UK’s busiest seafood auctions.
  • Brixham Heritage Museum – Learn about the town’s maritime and smuggling history.
  • Local Cafés & Fish Restaurants – Fresh catch appears on menus daily around the harbour.