Based on the true story of an epic trek along the South West Coast Path, The Salt Path shows off the stunning but unforgiving landscape of the UK's coastline.
Adapted from Raynor Winn's memoir of the same name, the film stars Gillian Anderson as Raynor and Jason Isaacs as Moth. After being removed from their home and receiving Moth's Corticobasal degeneration diagnosis, the couple decide to walk the 630-mile long coast path (which we named as one of the toughest long-distance walking trails) in the hope of finding solace. We take a look at the filming locations used.
Where was The Salt Path filmed?
The Salt Path was filmed across south Wales, Somerset, Devon and Cornwall. Filming took place in summer 2023.
Rame Head, Cornwall
In the book, Rame Head marks the halfway point of Raynor and Moth's walk – and it makes an extraordinary backdrop for a reflective moment in the film. You can take the ferry from Plymouth and explore the wilds of Rame Peninsula AONB, and walk up to St Michael's Chapel.
Valley of Rocks, Devon
The coastline around north Devon is particularly dramatic and Valley of Rocks, along the boundaries of Exmoor National Park, is no exception. Lots of promotional material for The Salt Path shows off this spectacular scenery – and during quieter times, the area feels like a lost world.
Clovelly Village, Devon
This quaint North Devon fishing village has appeared in other films such as The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society and Treasure Island. And it's no wonder, as its cobbled streets and whitewashed cottages lend plenty of old-world charm. However, to maintain and preserve the ancient village there is an admission fee – how will that affect Raynor and Moth's limited budget?
Newquay, Cornwall
The South West Coast Path also passes through towns, and Newquay is one of Cornwall's largest. However, finding it too noisy and busy, Raynor and Winn quickly head out of the centre.
Other filming locations include
- Usk, Wales
- Box, Wiltshire
- Bristol UWE Campus
- Leigh Woods, Bristol
- Middle Hope, Somerset
- Chepstow, Wales
- Cardiff, Wales
- Shepton Mallet, Somerset
- Minehead, Somerset
- Porlock Weir, Somerset
- Ilfracombe, North Devon
- Holywell Bay, Cornwall
- Padstow, Cornwall
- Port Isaac, Cornwall
- Torpoint, Cornwall
- Bude, Cornwall
- Hartland, Devon
Some images are courtesy of the South West Coast Path Association (SWCPA), the charity that looks after the South West Coast Path National Trail. The SWCPA was founded 50 years ago to champion, maintain, and connect people with this stunning 630 mile coastal route; one of the world’s greatest trails.
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