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Weston Plats

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Cliffs

Walking, Photography, Wildlife Watching, Picnicking

Year round

Photo: Derek Harper via Geograph.org.uk

Sunlight warms the steep undercliff terraces early in the morning, long before regular day walkers arrive on the coastal track to traverse this remote landscape. Ancient landslides along this dramatic East Devon coastline created unique, sheltered hollows where determined nineteenth-century familie...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

4 day, 6 overnight

The Kitchen at The Donkey Sanctuary​, The Bagel Shop​, Tasty Baguette​

Shippen Cottage, Willow Brook Shepherd Hut, Greymouth Cottage

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Weston Plats?
Devon's south coastline shelters these historic undercliff terraces near Branscombe.

What type of place is Weston Plats?
Weston Plats is a historic cliffside market garden site in East Devon.

When is the best time to visit Weston Plats?
Springtime brings an absolute carpet of wild garlic across the adjacent woodland slopes. Broadly speaking, the site welcomes exploration during any season because the steep cliffs block bitter winter gales.

What can you do at Weston Plats?
Walkers enjoy exploring the reclaimed coastal scrub and examining the restored dry stone walls. People also pair the trip with a trek down to the red shingle beach below.

How long should I spend at Weston Plats?
Allowing roughly two hours gives you enough time to tackle the steep hillside tracks comfortably. Hikers often pack a picnic to extend their stay in this quiet coastal spot.

Where do I park at Weston Plats?
Spaces for ten vehicles exist nearby, providing four day and six overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Weston Plats?
The Kitchen at The Donkey Sanctuary, The Bagel Shop, and Tasty Baguette provide three dining choices in the area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Weston Plats?
Shippen Cottage, Willow Brook Shepherd Hut, and Greymouth Cottage offer three nearby accommodation spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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