Sand ripples at dawn on the beach at Point, Exmouth, Devon, England, United Kingdom

Winter twilight with razor shell and cloud formation, Point, Exmouth, Devon, England

Orcombe Point 49 reviews #12 of 30 things to do in Exmouth Points of Interest & LandmarksLookouts Open now 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Write a review About Duration: 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing Tours & experiences Explore different ways to experience this place. See options All photos (38)

Red Sandstone Cliff of Point, Start of the Jurassic Coastline. Exmouth, Devon, UK. July

Walk - Devon Cliffs - Orcombe Point 4.3 miles (7.0 km) Devon Cliffs - EX8 5BT Devon Cliffs Moderate - There are some areas of ascent and descent, including steps, but nothing steep or prolonged.

Triassic desert sandstones and mudstones, Point, Exmouth, Devon, England, UK Stock Photo

Orcombe Point is the furthest west point of the Jurassic Coastline, a 95 mile stretch of ancient coast stretching from Studland Bay in the east to right here in the west! What is the Jurassic Coast? Durdle Door on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset! If you're reading this and thinking hang on, what is the Jurassic Coast? Here's a quick explanation!

Winter view, Point, Exmouth, East Devon, UK Stock Photo Alamy

Exmouth / ˈ ɛ k s m ə θ / is a. a National Trust-owned open space which rises to a peak at Orcombe Point. Geologically, the low hill known as "The Beacon", in the centre of the present town, is formed of breccias that are an outcrop of a similar formation on the west side of the Exe estuary.

Sand ripples at dawn on the beach at Point, Exmouth, Devon, England, United Kingdom

Exmouth & Orcombe Point Walk 4.5 449 reviews #3 of 30 things to do in Exmouth Hiking Trails Write a review About This moderate 5.4 mile circular walk goes from Exmouth Station out to Littleham Cross, then through countryside out to the South West Coast Path.

Point Historic Site in Exmouth, Exmouth Jurassic Coast

Orcombe Point is found to the south of the town of Exmouth, a coastal headland overlooking the Exe estuary. The geology here dates back to the Triassic period, and displays a characteristic red colouring. Sited at Orcombe Point is the GeoNeedle, a stone monument marking the start of the 96 mile Jurassic Coast - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Orcombe Point is a coastal feature near Exmouth, Devon, on the south coast of England. It lies about 10 mi (16 km) south of the city of Exeter, 2 mi (3.2 km) southeast of Exmouth town centre and about 7.5 mi (12.1 km) southwest of Sidmouth .

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About. This moderate 5.4 mile circular walk goes from Exmouth Station out to Littleham Cross, then through countryside out to the South West Coast Path. Passing Orcombe Point and the Geoneedle the walk leads back along the cliff top and past historic buildings in The Beacon. Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing.

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5.4 miles (8.7 km) Exmouth Station - EX8 1BZ Exmouth Station. Moderate -. This circular walk is described clockwise from Exmouth Station out to Littleham Cross, then through the countryside out to the Coast Path. Passing Orcombe Point and the Geoneedle the walk leads back along the cliff top and past historic buildings in The Beacon.

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The Environment Agency on Monday confirmed it was investigating reports of a pollution incident at Exmouth, in the area between Orcombe Point and the lifeboat station. The EA said it had liaised with South West Water, who took bacteriological samples at low tide on Monday evening.

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Orcombe Point 4.5 49 reviews #12 of 30 things to do in Exmouth Points of Interest & LandmarksLookouts Open now 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Write a review About Duration: 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing Tours & experiences Explore different ways to experience this place. See options All photos (38)

Point Exmouth How to visit and what to do!

Orcombe Point is the most westerly point of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, which stretches from Exmouth to Old Harry Rocks near Swanage in Dorset. It's a wonderful feeling to know that you are surrounded by rocks that are 185 million years old at this point.

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Orcombe Point is best accessed from the town of Exmouth. There are regular bus services to Exmouth from Exeter, Sidmouth and Budleigh Salterton, and Exmouth railway station is a 25 minute journey from Exeter, which provides connections to London and the rest of the UK. By road, Exmouth is Read More Map Click here to view map

EXMOUTH & POINT WALK All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

Orcombe point walk, Exmouth Area - Exe Estuary. Length of walk - 3.10miles. Off lead - Yes.. turning around from the Geoneedle at Orcombe point. 50.612157460057, -3.3983460147186. Description. From a dog-friendly park and yellow sand beach to spectacular red stone cliffs, this walk truly is a delight! You will be guaranteed some great views.

Exmouth near Point Photograph by Pete Hemington

Orcombe Point is a coastal feature near Exmouth, Devon, on the south coast of England. It lies about 10 mi south of the city of Exeter, 2 mi southeast of Exmouth town centre and about 7.5 mi southwest of Sidmouth. Map. Directions.

Sunrise Towards Point Exmouth Photograph by Pete Hemington

Type: Area: Keyword: Exmouth Exmouth is the western gateway to the Jurassic Coast. It lies on the east bank of the mouth of the River Exe, about 12 miles south east of Exeter. The town has been a popular seaside resort since the 18th century and is thought to be the oldest holiday resort in Devon.