Head north to Morwenstow, and perhaps on to Hartland Quay (15 miles / 24km). With relentless ascents and descents, this is possibly the hardest stretch of the South West Coast Path. Here, the sandy beaches become rugged and the path gets steeper. Pass Sandymouth and Duckpool and you will find Coombe Valley a welcome rest spot, where in July the glow-worms are a fascinating sight. Finish the coastal walk at Hawker’s Hut, the National Trust’s smallest property, where you head inland to the famous pub, the Bush Inn, and tea-rooms, where you can get one of the best cream teas in Cornwall. Puffins, basking sharks, sunfish, grey seals, red admirals, pearl-bordered fritillaries, ringlets and meadow browns are amongst the wildlife you may see.