Things to Do around Westward

Westward offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The region features diverse landscapes such as Westward Ho! Beach, Northam Burrows Country Park, and the South West Coast Path. More than 15,000 visitors have explored routes in Westward, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Westward provides hiking opportunities along the South West Coast Path, offering coastal views and varied terrain. Northam Burrows Country Park also features walks through diverse habitats. For more information, consult the guide Hiking around Westward.

Westward offers easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. These trails often traverse less challenging sections of the South West Coast Path or the flatter areas within Northam Burrows Country Park. A dedicated guide for these routes is available: Easy hikes around Westward.

Westward supports both touring and road cycling with scenic routes along local roads and coastal paths. Cyclists can explore the North Devon area with varied terrain. Guides for these activities include Cycling around Westward and Road Cycling Routes around Westward.

Mountain biking is an available activity in Westward. While specific trail details vary, the region's diverse terrain can accommodate off-road cycling. Information on routes can be found in the guide MTB Trails around Westward.

Jogging options in Westward include the expansive sandy Westward Ho! Beach at low tide, the unique pebble ridge, and the coastal paths within Northam Burrows Country Park. These locations provide diverse and scenic environments for runners. For route suggestions, see Running Trails around Westward.

Westward features Westward Ho! Beach, known for its golden sand and pebble ridge, and Northam Burrows Country Park, part of a UN Biosphere Reserve. The South West Coast Path also runs through the area, offering extensive coastal footpaths. These features provide varied landscapes for outdoor activities.

Westward's routes are popular among outdoor enthusiasts on komoot. The region has accumulated more than 15,000 visitors and its routes hold an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. There are 8 total routes available, with 2 dedicated to hiking and 6 to jogging.

Komoot offers several guides for Westward, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Westward, Cycling around Westward, Easy hikes around Westward, Road Cycling Routes around Westward, Running Trails around Westward, and MTB Trails around Westward.

For official information related to Westward, the Bideford Town Council can provide details, as Westward Ho! is located nearby. Their website is bideford-tc.gov.uk. The phone number for the Bideford Town Council is 01237 428817 or 01237 428816.

Westward offers family-friendly options, particularly at Westward Ho! Beach, which is a Blue Flag rated beach suitable for swimming and water sports. Northam Burrows Country Park also provides open spaces and diverse habitats for family walks and exploration. Easy hiking routes are available for various fitness levels.