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a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon

About Lynmouth

This is the place where Percy Bysshe Shelley, and his sixteen year old bride, Mary Wollstonecraft, spent the first nine weeks of their married life. Here, in 1812, in what was then a small picturesque fishing village they sought refuge from the wrath of Mary's outraged parents, it is this that brought early 19th century media interest and soon word of the dramatic rugged scenery was spreading. The area was visited by Wordsworth, Coleridge and Southey, it very quickly became one of Devon's most popular beauty spots and remains so to this day.

In Lynmouth visitors can experience the thrill of a memorable ride on the cliff railway. This was installed in 1890 with money donated by Sir George Newness, who also built Lynton's Town Hall in honour of his son's 21st birthday, it climbs over 500 feet, taking visitors from the beach to the town above. The town retains much of the charm of the old village, it has quaint cottages, some with thatch, handsome Victorian and Georgian properties and the meandering River Lyn scampers over small boulders and stones weaving its way through the lower reaches of town to the sea.

The drama of this coast is sublime, Lynmouth is reached by a 1 in 4 road and the views are some of the most magical in the whole of Devon. Away from the coast the spectacular scenery continues with a fascinating gorge, waterfall and fountain. There is also a wonderful scenic Tea Garden run by the national Trust.

On the other side of the River Lyn lies Lynton and the famous Valley of the Rocks. However, this is no area for the feint hearted as the best views are to be had from walks up hill.

Today, Lynmouth is one of North Devon's most popular holiday destinations. It is lively, with plenty of shops, inns, hotels and visitor attractions. It offers easy access to the Exmoor National Park, is close to the 991 foot high cliffs of Countisbury Common, the lighthouse at Foreland Point, and the picturesque spot called Watersmeet where the East Lyn River and the Hoaroak Water join.

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	The Bath Hotel Lynmouth, Devon, England (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) The Bath Hotel offers a superb location, in the heart of the village and directly opposite Lynmouth Harbour and the Lyn River. An excellent breakfast is served every morning.... More info and book online.. Price from £39.00
	The North Cliff Hotel Lynton, Devon, England (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) Boasting spectacular views of the North Devon coastline from the hilltop town of Lynton, The North Cliff Hotel is positioned some 500 feet over the shore below.... More info and book online.. Price from £70.00
	Riverside Cottage Lynmouth, Devon, England (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) Situated in picturesque Lynmouth, a quiet harbour village where the East and West Lyn rivers meet the sea, this cottage offers free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Guests can enjoy unspoilt river walks... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00
	Longmead House Lynton, Devon, England (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) This charming Victorian house has picturesque gardens and plenty of free parking on site on the edge of Exmoor National Park.... More info and book online.. Price from £35.00
	Rising Sun Hotel Lynmouth, Devon, England (0.3 miles, 0.4 km) Overlooking Lynmouth Bay, this charming 14th-century thatched inn is situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park. The Rising Sun Hotel offers fresh local seafood and scenic views.... More info and book online.. Price from £90.00

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Nearby travel help

Barnstaple Station	(14.8 miles, 23.7 km, direction SW)
Chapleton Station	(16.8 miles, 27.1 km, direction SW)
M4 Junction 37	(20.8 miles, 33.5 km, direction N)
M4 Junction 38	(23.3 miles, 37.6 km, direction N)
Cardiff International Airport	(24.1 miles, 38.7 km, direction NE)
Exeter Airport	(38.6 miles, 62.1 km, direction SE)
Lynmouth to London	(161.6 miles, 260.1 km, direction E)