Lynton is a small North Devon village. It sits 600ft above its coastal neighbour, Lynmouth. The two villages are joined by an innovative cliff railway which has been in operation since 1890. Apart from the relaying of tracks in 1908, the water powered railway runs just as it did when first built. Lynton and Lynmouth were affectionately called “Little Switzerland” By the Victorians. Lynton is an attractive village offering visitors stunning views of the beautiful Devon coastline. For a bracing walk and more amazing views, climb to the top of Hollerday Hill. A mostly wooded hill with the remains of an Iron Age settlement at its summit. The route up Hollerday Hill starts behind the Town Hall. Inside the Town Hall are a visitor centre, films, drama and exhibitions. The Lynton cinema is run by the community and fashioned in 1930’s style, a refreshing and nostalgic alternative to modern day multiplexes. A Farmer’s Market is held at the Hall on the first Saturday of the month. Lynton has its own museum and is home to excellent restaurants, cafes, tea rooms and arts and craft shops. Availing of the services of several nearby stables, expert and beginner horse riders alike can take in the natural beauty of the moors from the saddle. The famous Lynton and Barnstaple railway was shut down in 1935. The railway was originally built by the men behind the Lynton and Lynmouth cliff railway, but ceased operations due to financial difficulties. The day after it closed, a wreath was placed at Barnstaple with a note reading “Perchance it is not dead, but sleepeth”. It is these words that drove enthusiasts to work tirelessly to reopen the line. Part of the line has been reopened at Woody Bay, with steam and diesel hauled passenger rides throughout the Summer.
Attraction
Camping
Channel View Caravan and Camping Park
Sunny Lyn Holiday Park
Doctor
Estate Agent
Robinson Cooke
Webbers Property Services
Holiday Park
Pub and Bar
Bridge Inn
Crown Hotel
Globe Hotel
Restaurant
Bridge Inn
Castle Hill Guest House
Fish On The Harbour
Greenhouse
Mad Hatters Restaurant
Madhatters Bistro
Raffertys
Tanmoye
Taxi
Shops
Lorna Doone
The Buttery
Cliff Top Cafe
The Studio
Rock Rose
Trim
Exmoor Flowers
Gunns Gallery
Antiques
Activities
Outovercott Riding Stables(Riding)
Always Exmoor(Walking)
Places to Stay near Lynton
Lee House (0.07 miles)
North Cliff Hotel (0.07 miles)
The North Cliff Hotel, standing in its own grounds, has some of the finest views of the North Devon coastline. It is in a peaceful position some 500 feet above sea level on the well ... More | visit website
Southcliffe (0.12 miles)
Gable Lodge Guest House (0.12 miles)
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Valley of Rocks Hotel (0.14 miles)
Castle Hill Guest House (0.22 miles)
St Vincent Hotel (0.22 miles)
Longmead House (0.23 miles)
The Denes Guest House (0.23 miles)
Highcliffe House (0.25 miles)
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