These Boots Were Made For Walkin'...(or running!)

Autumn is a great time for hiking out your walking boots (see what we did there?) and getting some fresh air and exercise before winter sets in. 

The South West Coast Path actually runs through the grounds of Stoke Lodge, making it the ideal base for exploring the South Hams and surrounding areas - and what could be better than relaxing in this friendly and welcoming family run hotel after an exhilarating and rewarding day of exploring the Great Outdoors?

With lots of walks and trails and also organised walks and events to enjoy in September and October you'll be spoilt for choice.

Just take a look at just a small selection of what's on offer and choose your pleasure...

Walk and Talk - weekly organised walks from Dartmouth: https://goo.gl/CPRHCT

'Defending the Coast' - BBC Radio Devon Walk:  https://goo.gl/D3oFLz

Berry Head Bat Walks:  https://goo.gl/h37rm2

Trust10 Run -Monthly run at Coleton Fishacre (NT): https://goo.gl/R8YNTP

South West Coast Path Challenge 2017:  https://goo.gl/JSmRTY

South Devon Walks and Trails:  http://www.southdevonaonb.org.uk/explore/walks-trails 

South West Coast Path walks: https://www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk/

Pub Walks in South Devon: https://goo.gl/8tQhvH

10 of the Best Walks in Devon:  https://goo.gl/riKCHH

Today’s hectic lifestyle can play havoc with your head, but believe it or not there is an easily accessible antidote to the stresses and strains, and it’s simply learning to Reconnect with Nature.

 
Here are five scientific facts on how both adults and children can benefit from getting out the Great Outdoors and simply being surrounded by peace and fresh air:






•    Nature brings our senses alive.
•    Nature bonds families and friends.
•    Nature heals in the great outdoors.
•    Nature can reduce depression and improve psychological wellbeing.
•    Nature gives an interest, a focus, a new zest.  It's literally awesome!


With thanks to all these great organisations for all the inspiring information:

By the Dart Magazine

South Devon AONB

South West Coast Path

The Guardian

So - get your boots on and start walking...!

Stoke Lodge Hotel - the Country House Hotel by the Sea...