Following
on from the success of the English Riviera Walking Festival,
the Torbay Development Agency have teamed up with Teignbridge
District Council to offer a programme of 13 guided walks, taking
place between 26th and 30th May 2008. Guided
walks featured in the programme include a Geopark-themed trail
at Bishop's Walk, a moorland ramble at Haytor, two “Walks with
Carter” in Paignton and an estuary stroll at Dittisham.
Not only
have the walks been planned so that the participants can enjoy
South Devon's stunning coast and countryside, walkers will also
learn about the fascinating history and heritage of the region.
For example, a walk across the beautiful Babbacombe coastline
will reveal intriguing stories of renowned historic figures,
while an evening stroll at Berry Head will showcase native flora
and fauna, including the rare white rock rose.
Holly
Hollis, Sustainable Tourism Officer for the English Riviera
Tourist Board said: “Walking is a superb way
of experiencing some of the region's breathtaking natural inheritance
and we are delighted to be working with our neighbours, Teignbridge
Council, to offer our visitors a wider area to explore. It's
great to see so many local walking groups getting involved and
as our festival falls in the same week as International Geopark
Week, we'll be taking the opportunity to showcase our incredible
geological heritage”.
Cllr
David Corney-Walker, Teignbridge Council Executive Spokesperson
for Economic Development and Tourism said: “This is the first
year that Teignbridge is working with English Riviera to jointly
host the Walk on the Wild Side Festival. This festival
is a great opportunity to highlight the range of walks that
our areas have and the stunning coastal and countryside views
on offer. Quite often it is easy to forget the wide range
on activities that are available on our doorsteps, and I'd encourage
residents and visitors alike to come along and take part in
this special event.”
The walks,
which are mainly circular, range from a short stroll along Paignton's
seafront to a long and challenging hike over Dartmoor's wild
and magical Tors. Some walks will be subject to a small charge,
while on others, a small donation will be gratefully received.
More information on the
walks can either be found online at www.englishriviera.co.uk
or you can pick up a free programme at one of Torbay's
three Tourist Information Centres (Torquay Harbourside, Paignton
Esplanade and Brixham Harbourside). During the week, a booklet
entitled English Riviera Walks will also be available to purchase
for £1 with a free Visitor Map worth £1.50. |
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