Walking the south west coast path

On the1st of July 2020 I set out from Minehead to complete a long distance walk following the longest continuous footpath in the UK.
The journey took nearly two months and ended 630 miles later in Poole Dorset.
It was another excellent adventure.

[@ColinOlden1]

Great trek, I walked it back in the mid eighties with a couple of school mates, young and dumb as we were we did it in 28 days. I've come to appreciate a slower pace as the years have gone by. It's nice to see there's still a good deal of beauty to be found down there.

[@umiack]

I got goosebumps when I saw the beautiful coastline of UK in this video, and feel to desire to walk there. Thanks uploading.

[@eddiegribben1397]

Best video of the swcp walk ive seen stunning thanks for sharing

[@kseniareva7142]

Thank you for your wonderful journey pictured in this video! The nature in the UK is just bewitching, even the rain has its charm. I live in the northwest of Russia, the forests and lakes here also have their beauty, but still they can't beat the fascination of the British Isles! Also thaks for such a wonderful soundtrack, it was good to recognize some of my favourite songs :)

[@josy8610]

What a lovely little film! Thank you for sharing :) really makes me want to walk it this summer or at least part of it. Very admirable that you camped almost every night!!

[@JacquieFagan-Fox]

Amazing, thoroughly enjoyed watching this, thank you. I'm inspired!

[@robinsavard84]

Such an excellent film of this beautiful trail. Great ending! So sorry Sky had to leave you. Hope she was OK. She's a beautiful dog!

[@dianawiens9744]

This has been exactly what I needed to see after such a wet winter and now spring! Back on the SWCP soon, your video captures the path so beautifully.. thank you ☺️

[@Depstha]

What a nice video. Enjoyed every second of it. Good stuff

[@damiangwar]

Amazing 👌 well done 👍 My favourite part is Prawle Point, I go there quite often.

[@laurencethomson5619]

You had me with the SWCP, you had me even more with Skye and you had me completely with Enya :-)

[@rogermee8283]

Really enjoyed the video SWCP very well put together. Interesting all the way through, great 👍

[@paulsharpe3675]

Brilliant video. After watching this many times I walked the whole path in April-May 2022. 45 days and raised £1500 for the SWCPA. This video really inspired me.

[@jonepoulter7524]

Hi Paul congratulations on walking the swcp and raising £1500 very well done! Regards jon

[@Jaffa1951]

Another great video, Jon. You have a real talent for the editing ( and the walking, of course )I think we're inclined to forget, sometimes, what fantastic scenery we have in this country, and how cheaply we can have a real adventure. I think you, probably, walked a good deal farther than 630 miles, if you count all the times you has to go back for your camera.

[@jackyhstk]

Wow, what a journey. This route has been ' following' me for over three months now. Calling my name. You've just inspired me to start planning for my own long distance hike along the coastal path. Not sure how to start planning what to bring with me but I'm sure I'll figure it out.

[@tenzin044]

Hi there! I done last summer part of this, from St. Ives to Penzance and this video was a great flashback of memories! I'm planning in August start from Minehead to Barnstaple. Do what you want but I suggest use waterproof socks. I used last time great combo of running socks injinji with 5 toes plus waterproof socks from sealskinz. Whole day hike in the rain and my feet was dry, warm and no blisters. Really recommending to try. Take care! Tom

[@One_moor_for_luck]

Such a great video! Wonderful story telling and what beautiful scenery. Thank you, it's left me feeling inspired for my own SWCP walk one of these days.

[@kathleenharper9078]

Thanks for the visuals and taking me along on your journey! I read Raynor Winn's book, The Salt Path, and you gave me a sense of what I imagined as I read it.

[@carolinecross7202]

I loved watching this thankyou. Hopefully coming from NZ in Jun23 to walk some of the path

[@quiltingchan]

I start june 8, c u on the trail.

[@suzannekatz1975]

Lovely to watch, and the songs chosen are perfect. Job well done! I hope Skye made a full recovery.

[@meaty444]

This was an amazing video, and well done, you for completing the SWCP in some terrible conditions as well, especially the storm. We set off Monday walking from Exmouth to studland and we are really looking forward to the hike. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@perranjames]

Utterly fantastic and was glued from the first mile to he very last, thank you for Jon.

[@johnjatoma]

yet another great video & great adventure... should have many more followers !! ... share with anyone you know

[@babss2276]

Wow! That is so inspiring! Thanks from Germany for sharing this!

[@Hyfun7]

A delight, thanks for posting.

[@nickbaker6129]

I've just started planning my walk, and this is the first video I've watched. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@justinwright2045]

Thanks mate. Fantastic! 🙏🏻

[@dannyoneill939]

Fantastic video and narration mate, congratulations

[@TomG1991]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing!

[@mariekestilma5256]

Love this! Beautiful views & sunsets. Inspires me to start hiking :-) Great reminder of the stunning nature in the UK. Thanks for sharing!

[@EdOnEos]

Loved this one , great shots and superb ending, Jon!

[@Donscoular]

That was great to watch , well done 👏

[@jongold1283]

Wow another awesome video Jon you've blown my socks off!

[@FrankMullerfoto]

Fabulous journey! Thanks for sharing it. Liked your music choices.

[@newforestpixie5297]

I live close to what’s called or used to be called the Solent Way which almost entirely avoids the shoreline of the western Solent. Panoramic views from the new forest to west Wight & the Portsmouth skyline / the South Downs are available initially from private beaches west of Beaulieu River or at Lepe & Calshot that aren’t included on the official route ! Thanks for this 👍

[@thedetectorist2419]

One of the best walks ive seen on youtube that was epic ty for shareing

[@j.tylerdeans4501]

Thanks for the show!

[@truenorthrunning6443]

Fantastic scenery.... thanks for doing these... very inspiring!

[@peteraldridge1877]

Another fantastic video Jon really enjoyed watching this so many wonderful views and the work you do editing really is first class

[@chrisjbewley7879]

Great video, and congratulations on completing 630 miles. Great to see Charlie join you for some of the journey. Great photography and editing, well done Jon

[@alexturbotv3050]

Thank you so much for that. Another uplifting video from you.

[@RK-es7bl]

what inspiring video! thank you for sharing your journey!

[@Of_Hermits_and_Hogs]

As always a thouroughly enjoyable summary of an adventure with some amazing shots. Thank you for sharing.

[@charlesblack2252]

great vlog - thanks for sharing your journey and showing the beauty of the area. hope sky was fine

[@exeterrider]

Amazing adventure again Jon. I fully appreciate the effort on the editing on that aswell. Brilliant.... I look forward to the next one 👍👏👏👏 I also recornise the music from the straight story and loved the pictures of the people you met at the end.

[@MatteoNardulli]

Amazing adventure and amazing Dog! 🐶

[@MrDesmostylus]

I'm loving this! I know some of this coastline very well. The undercliffs from lym to Seaton is fantastic, probably my favourite spot in the UK to camp. You've done a great job filming and the editing is superb. Thanks for taking us along

[@MH-su1wj]

Wow, thank you so much for this, beautiful viewing, totally engrossing. Well done for creating such a great video of your trip and well done for doing the whole 630 miles!

[@JustClaireGrace]

This is amazing Jon, and something my husband and I are planning to do. Great scenery!

[@bross239]

Great video and congratulations on completing the entire path!

[@DEANOx83]

Love the video. My favourite part of this world. Well done completing it

[@NotAFanAnymore]

Brilliant adventure mate. Enjoyed that. Cheers

[@adeleadeje18cheesecake]

Beautifully shot - the amount of work that went into a film so short, well, its almost criminal. I've only walked the Devon element of this walk, parts of which I found gruelling, I had always wanted to tackle the Cornwall segment next, hearing you say the Devon walks are flatter/kinder fills me with nerves and wonder!

[@lisalewis-freeman5160]

Incredible and inspiring, beautiful 🙌🏻

[@penny6658]

Loved this video. I really felt I was there with you. Love the music and the stats too. Thank you so much for sharing your walk :-)

[@carlh.knappen6081]

Beautiful, thank you very much, all the best for you.

[@richiangriff]

Very enjoyable video, great mix of walking and non-walking footage, love the montage of people met at the end. I'm doing it over many trips, last week saw me cross the half way distance. Hats off to through walkers like you!

[@davidburgess559]

Hi Mate. Great to see your trip I came over from NYC to hike half of the path in 2019 my time was limited good to see whats ahead of me for the next trip. Great memories brought back to me from your footage. cheers

[@100Noddy]

Wonderful journey, fantastically filmed. Thank you.

[@ianhamilton5589]

Top marks Jon. Impressed. Thank you for sharing.

[@francisday3187]

Beautifully shot and very nicely edited video, not to mention an awesome walking effort and achievement too! I really enjoyed watching this.

[@scoutingst.george3093]

Prachtige video, Jon! Reminds me of a long time ago back in 1987 when I walked a part of the path in Cornwall and Devon and camped on some of the same beautiful spots. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@plumbgray]

Thank you great informative inspirational account of your journey on the swcp

[@alohablue2907]

A beautiful hike! & magnificent cinematography! I will be looking forward to your next adventure!

[@JohnM-cc6gc]

Another amazing adventure captured in a thoroughly enjoyable video. Many thanks for sharing.

[@ppulkkinen5308]

Thanks for sharing your trip! Very inspiring, looking forward to hiking a section in early October.

[@TheRustyPrince]

What a fantastic video and soundtrack also keep up the good work

[@bradsbunker]

A very enjoyable video, can’t wait until the next adventure, subscribed

[@LaurenceBakerAdobe]

Very nice video. Just about do this myself. Thanks for the camping spots!

[@uschig.9266]

Thank you very much.❤..Great❤..Sky is ok now?❤Greetings from Germany 😊

[@Letsgooutside2024]

Lol I love how a dog doesn't give a care. Is like you I don't know what we doing but let's go

[@andrewlunn]

This is an awesome vlog and a great documentary about the long walk. Congrats and thanks for sharing

[@helpspb]

Beautiful adveture. Lovely editing and shots. Thanks for sharing. PS: So nice that you could take Sky with you. She is adorable!

[@paulhirst1182]

Thank you Jon, I thoroughly enjoyed this. regards

[@robertaguidaturisticasiena6191]

Beautiful video, very inspiring. Walking along the swcp is my biggest dream for 30 years. I probably never will, but thanks for sharing your experience

[@LetticeTravels]

Another fab video! Thanks for sharing. I've added this walk to my list.

[@msjapan112]

I am going to "The Salt Path" next month for my book club, and found this video. Fantastic! You totally inspired me to walk on the trail, but all the way at once. Thank you for sharing your wonderful journey. Sorry Skye hurt her leg, but glad to know she recovered quickly.

[@dominiccox330]

Amazing video thanks for sharing 👌👍

[@lacingtrails420]

That was a very fantastic video and huge inspiration. Absolutely amazing effort 👍

[@joncox9098]

Wicked video, very interesting. Thanks Jon 👍🦊

[@Adventures_with_Sog]

Wow, so inspirational my friend. 👍

[@peterbishop4047]

Hi glad I found your channel. Amazing adventures you have experienced. Fab video on the coastal path having walked/backpacked many sections of the SWCP. Love the chair! 😂. Best wishes for any further trips. Subscribed

[@damoncharles981]

Great story - thanks for this. I'm in Somerset, and I've been pondering the SWCP - and I think you've edged me a bit closer!

[@kenwbrenner]

Hi Jon. Very much enjoyed your video of this trail - well done! I was impressed by your working through the weather difficulties, but keeping a good attitude. I am a section-hiker on the Appachian Trail, having completed the first 1025 miles. Hoping to finish one day. As info, I lived in the UK for 3 years (1963-1966) in what was then called Huntingdonshire. Lived in the towns of St. Ives and Warboys. When I saw you enter the town of St. Ives on the trail, I remembered there were two towns by that name. Will review your video list on your channel for more trail videos. Thanks for providing this great video! God Bless...

[@SHiggy50]

Inspiring! Great video - beautiful scenes.

[@RossHbn]

Cracking effort Jon, thanks for the upload. Inspiring to say the least!

[@jessegee179]

Lovely to watch, beautifully filmed, very inspiring. 👍👍👍

[@mickreid7153]

Super film, thanks for taking the time to share. 👍😊

[@mozdickson]

Absolutely what I was looking for mate. Watch lots of walks. Planning for future, have been on North Downs Way and some Coastal Path. Super work, thanks.

[@himalshad5530]

Hey you are an energetic and a great human being. Enjoying with the nature is the best thing a person can do which you do. This journey for nearly 60 days seems great but sure wanst easy for you. Thank you for sharing this great experice with us. Love your enthusiasm.

[@LunaMinags]

its a wonderful journey, thanks for sharing such great views. I went on a week trip from Bristol to Land's End and Plymouth by car, stopping along the way and visiting the great places on the coastal path. Who knows, maybe in the future i will walk it

[@RobertsBulgaria]

WOW - just discovered your channel. I never knew this walk existed. Great effort and a wonderful edit. Going to look at the end page recommendations now.

[@binchyaube7885]

Beautiful video, you are very sympathic, thanks for sharing your trip.

[@wayneruddick8437]

A dream walk that one day I would love to do. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@bitcoinisfreedommoney.fckt2663]

Watched this about 3x now. Very nice.

[@stella563]

Inspirational film of your journey...I'm getting old, but I plan to give it a go soon...Cheers.

[@juliandenormanville5225]

Beautiful.. thanx so much.. it's my favourite part of the planet anyway. You enhanced it..nearly cried when Skye had to go home..

[@StoertjeS]

I am instantly in love with you Jon! With how you are with this cute dog. Give me a man like this! Who loves hiking, adventure and dogs! And even looks very nice! Haha... thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@benrobertson3522]

Great video mate - what an achievement!! Our beautiful country… embarking myself next week, March on 🤘🏻

[@Kidglove57]

Wow so inspiring! I have 160 miles to go and cannot wait to start again in May ‘23. Fabulous videography and brought back so many memories.

[@laurencecook7652]

Sounds like a wonderful journey. Great video. Lots of useful info (relevant for the SWCP or other long trails)