SEE & DO
Moor and Sea Holidays is set overlooking Exmoor near the southwest coast path, a five minute drive or a lovely walk from Lynton and Lynmouth.
Below there is an introduction to the local area, ideas of things to do, and a guide to North Devon's beautiful beaches.
Lynton and Lynmouth
Lynmouth is a lovely harbour town with a long stretch of shingle and rock beach connected to Lynton by the famous Victorian water-powered funicular railway. They are both fun to explore with a variety of local independent shops, galleries, restaurants, cafes and cosy pubs.
Lynton is also famous for the stunning landscape at Valley of Rocks.
Local beaches of Lee Bay and Wringcliff are wonderful around low tide for a swim.
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Walking around this area is wonderfully varied from the woodland riverside walk towards Watersmeet to the beautiful coastal path and open expanses of moorland.
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Valley of Rocks
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Cliff Railway
..the steepest and highest
water-powered funicular railway in the world
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​Exmoor national park Shop in Lynmouth
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Glen Lyn Gorge..power of water exhibition and waterfalls
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This open-top double decker tour bus can be taken from Lynton to explore the local coastline,moor and coastal villages of North Devon
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For more information and ideas for days out check
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BEACHES
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North Devon has some of the loveliest and cleanest beaches in the world. From the international surf reserve at Woolacombe with 3 miles of golden sands to the stunning coves of Heddons Mouth and Broadsands. There is something to suit everyone.. world-class surfing to kayaking, swimming and rock pooling, enjoying a blustery walk or simply soaking up the sun listening to the waves. A short drive away we have Lynmouth and Lee Bay beaches. Lee bay is lovely for a swim or a family day out. Lynmouth has amazing surfing in the right conditions for the more experienced and swimming is lovely at the other end of the beach. There are plenty of dog friendly beaches to chose from too.
Within walking distance
..woodland walks to the coastal path and Lee Bay ( a steep walk back up for some..why not drop a car off at Lee bay with your swim things and or a picnic for a beach trip)
..lovely walks to Valley of Rocks and Lynton and Lynmouth
..Caffyns Farm with a restaurant, bar and a Goat Cafe!
Within a 10 minute drive
Watersmeet.. a wooded riverside walk from Lynmouth to the National Trust cafe at Watersmeet with cool pools for swimming in summer
Heddon Valley..one of our favourite shorter walks through a wooded valley by the river opening out at Heddon Mouth to a lovely cove with sea-rounded rocks, shingle and the sea
Valley of Rocks..wonderful for an explore or watching the sun go down
Lee Bay for family days, rock pooling, beach barbeques, and a swim in the sea(an hour or so either side of low tide is best)
A 20 - 30 minute drive
Woolacombe Sands..three miles of golden sand gently sloping into the sea backed by dunes. Now an international surf reserve.
Lorna Doone Valley...a gentle riverside walk through a beautiful valley with a National Trust cafe, an independent art gallery and gift shop
..Watermouth and Broadsands . Watermouth is a lovely sheltered bay with a cafe in a boat. Broadsands is a beautiful secluded and sheltered beach
Exmoor Zoo...exmoorzoo.co.uk
Porlock Weir..a small harbour town where Exmoor meets the sea.. with a long pebbly beach, independent shops and cafes, pubs and Porlock Oysters
Ilfracombe harbour..a small aquarium, boat trips, independent shops and places to eat
Broomhill Sculpture Garden..an amazing sculpture garden in a wooded valley with a restaurant
Marwood Hill Gardens..set in a lovely valley with a tea room set at the top overlooking the garden
The Dinosaur and Wildlife Park..a fun day out for little ones
A bit further afield
Dunster Castle and Dunster village
Dunkery Beacon...Exmoors highest point
Tarr Steps
Clovelly
Appledore and Instow
Bideford and the Burton Art Gallery
RHS Rosemoor
Some useful information
Boat trips
Porlock Weir Porlock Weir Charters
Ilfracombe Sea Safari
Adventure, watersports, and equipment hire
Exmoor Adventures Porlock..outdoor activities
OSKC watersports Combe Martin..Kayak and Paddle Board
Surf Lessons Surfing Woolacombe (formerly Hunters)
Exmoor Riding Centre at Caffyns Farm
Lyn Electric Bikes..Electric Bike Hire
Ebike Trail Tours
Information about local places to Eat and Drink
