Lynton and Lynmouth are where Exmoor meets the sea. The Victorians described Lynton and Lynmouth as "The little Switzerland of England" because of the high rugged cliffs and deep wooded river valleys, and the quiet charm of the countryside unique to Lynton and Lynmouth. Today Lynmouth is a charming and quaint harbour village with many shops and places to stay. Above stands Lynton commanding magnificent views, with its own quaint shops and restaurants and tearooms, ideal touring centres for Exmoor.	Lynmouth Harbour
	Take a trip on the world famous water powered cliff railway down to Lynmouth, operating on a 1:1¾ gradient covering a vertical height of almost 500 ft. The views when travelling on the railway are amazing! The Cliff railway was opened in 1890 and is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular of its kind in the world. Click here to see the view from the top.
About a mile or so from Lynton you will find Valley of the Rocks with its herd of wild goats. It is a beautiful walk if you go via North Walk or Holiday Hill. Dominating the valley is Castle Rock, and other strangely shaped and weathered formations named Ragged Jack and Devil’s Cheesewring.
	You cannot come to Lynton without a walk to Watersmeet. This world famous beauty spot lies deep in a tree lined and wooded gorge, where the East Lyn River joins Hoar Oak Water. It is now owned and maintained by the National Trust. The Old Victorian Fishing Lodge has now been converted into a recommended tea room and shop. Many paths meander to and from Watersmeet and the best time to walk is after a heavy spell of rain when you will experience the torrential rivers and waterfalls. In Autumn the leaves are magnificent, and the valley is filled with the sound of gushing water. Click here for the walker's guide.
The "Lynmouth Flood 2002" marks the 50th anniversary of this disastrous event which happened on 15th August 1952. Early that evening there was a massive torrent of water that rushed down the valley after heavy rain engulfing property and roads, some houses were literally washed away.
It was only the next morning that the full extent of the tragedy became known to residents and visitors. 34 people lost their lives that night and damage to houses was irreparable. Many local people today still remember that terrible night, and the devastation that was caused. Click here to learn more about the flood.
There are many old National Trust properties in the area which are well worth a visit, including Castle Drogo, Killerton and Knightshayes Court. Exmoor has plenty to do. Click on these links to find out more.
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Bideford, The Big Sheep	Cobbaton Combat Collection
Barstable, Blakewell Fisheries	Devon Museums
Milky Way Adventure Park	Clovelly
Wildlife and Dinosaur Park	Coombe Martin Motorcycle Museum
Dartington Crystal	Lundy Island
Hartland Abbey & Gardens	Royal Horticultural Society
Tapely Park Gardens	Burton Art Gallery