Name: Cornwall and Devon Walks With Julia Bradbury
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2021-01-06
Rating: 3.0

Overview

Julia Bradbury takes viewers to parts of the West Country that can only be explored on foot - from the epic wilderness of Dartmoor, to the white sands and azure seas of the Atlantic coastline, to the soaring cliffs of Land's End. From beautiful beaches to ancient woodlands and winding estuaries, this uplifting series harnesses the country's love of the outdoors and the best walks the south west has to offer.

Seasons

Season 1

8 Episodes

2021

E01

Land's End

1/6/2021

In the first episode, Julia visits a stretch of coastline in west Cornwall known for its mythical landscapes and a special quality of light that is said to have inspired artists for centuries.

E02

North Atlantic Walk - Padstow to Trevone Bay

1/13/2021

This time, Julia walks five miles along the stunning north Cornish coast, from popular and picturesque Padstow to the surfing hotspot of Trevone Bay.

E03

The Dartmoor Walk - Hay Tor to Saddle Tor

1/20/2021

Julia is walking in Dartmoor National Park, one of the last great wildernesses in the UK. On a seven-mile circular walk from the iconic Hay Tor, Julia has a go at climbing its towering granite rocks, learns about the Dartmoor Pony with naturalist Nick Baker and discovers the myths and legends of the moor with musician Seth Lakeman.

E04

Isles of Scilly Walk - St Martin's Loop

1/27/2021

Julia heads to Isles of Scilly, an enchanting archipelago of wild islands in the Atlantic Ocean. Walking a five-mile circular loop around St Martin's, an island renowned for its white sand beaches and azure seas, Julia discovers what is believed to be the oldest beacon in Britain, visits a rum distillery and harvests seaweed on a windswept beach.

E05

South West Coast Path - Salcombe to Prawle Point

2/3/2021

This time, Julia is in South Devon taking on a section of the South West Coast Path from the affluent coastal town of Salcombe to rugged Prawle Point.

E06

The Lizard Walk – Kynance Cove to Cadgwith

2/10/2021

This time, Julia takes a bracing coastal hike along 7.5 miles of the wild Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall’s most southerly point, starting at the much-photographed Kynance Cove and finishing at the idyllic fishing village of Cadgwith. Along the epic and scenic coastline, she learns about Serpentine Rock, visits a hut that changed the course of modern technology and gets a pasty-making masterclass.

E07

The Dart Valley - Totnes to Dartmouth

2/17/2021

This time, Julia takes a scenic river walk through the dramatic Dart Valley in Devon, travelling 13 miles along the banks of the River Dart from historic Totnes to bustling Dartmouth, where houses nestled in the hills overlook the town's picturesque harbour. Along the way, Julia drops into a shoemaker to see bespoke boots being put together, learns about rewilding at the Sharpham Estate where she helps harvest Pinot Noir grapes, and takes a look inside Greenway, the secluded home of Agatha Christie. To finish it off, she tucks into fish and chips with seafood expert Mitch Tonks in Dartmouth.

E08

Frenchman's Creek - Helford to Frenchman's Creek Loop

2/24/2021

Julia goes in search of stories of smugglers and pirates walking the secluded coves along the Helford River, in a gentle three-mile mile loop from Helford Village to Frenchman's Creek and back. Julia goes oyster fishing, tries her hand at stand up paddle boarding, experiences forest bathing, and has a true smugglers' tipple, before finishing with a visit to the Cornish Seal Sanctuary. This magical woodland walk is one for all the family.