Hartland Abbey & Gardens
Hartland Abbey is a stately home in a stunning setting a mile…
experience Exmoor ablaze with autumn colour
Exmoor really is a place for all seasons but Autumn is probably our favourite time of the year.
When most of the summer tourists have gone, Exmoor brings out its best colours; a medley of golden browns, warm oranges, rusty reds and velvety greens. It really is the highlight of the Exmoor year.
What we love most about Lynton & Lynmouth in the Autumn is how the trees give up the incredible views they’ve been hiding since the Spring. Views that were once veiled by the leaves of Summer offer the walker a completely different perspective of this magical corner of North Devon and West Somerset.
top activities for autumn in Exmoor
exmoor safari
Take a safari with a local Exmoor expert and let them safely show you the best places and the unique wildlife that inhabits this majestic national park.
Cliff Railway Halloween
Ride the famous Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway in the dark and listen to the eerie tales of Old Lynton Town. Great fun for the whole family.
cancelled 2020
Watersmeet Tea Room
A beautiful place to visit whatever the season. Walk along the East Lyn River from Lynmouth to the Watersmeet Tea Room and enjoy the stunning scenery.
more autumn activities
If you tend to avoid Britain’s tourist hot spots during the Summer months, you will love Exmoor in the Autumn. Peace and quiet falls across our coastland, moorland, valleys and combes. It’s the perfect time for walkers, explorers, thrill-seekers and solivagants to enjoy the best of the Exmoor National Park.
Get to enjoy everything Lynton & Lynmouth has to offer, but without the long queues and Summer hustle and bustle. Enjoy as many rides on the Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway and Steam Trains at Woody Bay as you would like.
The South West Coast Path
The South West Coast Path is Britain’s longest National Trail – a…
Middleham Gardens
Take a stroll along the East Lyn River to a beautiful garden.
Lynton Town Hall
Lynton’s mock-Gothic Town Hall.
Watersmeet
Watersmeet House is a former fishing lodge located a mile-and-a-half from Lynmouth…
Exmoor Pony Centre
Come and visit our wonderful Exmoor ponies.
Selworthy
Selworthy is a beautiful place to discover
Dartington Crystal
The UK’s only remaining glass factory and a unique experience for all…
Baggy Point
The dramatic headland with crashing waves and dramatic cliffs is situated between…
Lynton Cinema
The smallest town in the England to have its own cinema. An…
RHS Garden Rosemoor
A magical garden for all seasons. RHS Rosemoor, near Great Torrington, Devon,…
Putsborough Sands
Putsborough Sands is renowned as one of the cleanest and most beautiful…
Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway
Enjoy stunning views of the North Devon Coastline as you glide up…
Lynmouth Western Beach
Great for messing around in the sand.
Lynmouth Flood Memorial Hall
A permanent free exhibition of the village pre-flood.
The Doone Valley
The Doone Valley is a magical, mystical place. There is a part…
The Tarka Trail
The 180-mile route forms a figure of eight which envelops most of…
Marwood Hill Gardens
A magical garden with three lakes.
Quince Honey Farm
Quince Honey Farm is one of Britain’s leading honey farms
Saunton Sands
Saunton Sands is 3+ mile long beach in North Devon, popular with…
South West Lakes Wistpoundland
Wistlandpound is beautiful place for fishing and walking.
Moor Wild Experiences
Free food for life? How can you navigate using the sun? How…
The Two Moors Way
Crossing both Exmoor and Dartmoor, and covering a distance of some 105…
Horner Wood
The dramatic headland with crashing waves and dramatic cliffs is situated between…
Lynton Toy Museum And Shop
A great display of vintage toys.
Barna Barrow
A beautiful stretch of open land with stunning views of Lynton &…
Exmoor Owl & Hawk Centre
Fly Owls and Hawks to your Gloved Hand!
Castle Hill Gardens
50 acres of historic parkland.
Mother Moon Guided Walks
Family friendly short guided walks around Lynton and Lynmouth with Mother Moon.…
Dunster Castle
A beautiful castle with medieval gatehouse.
Lynmouth National Park Centre
Get friendly bespoke advice and learn more about Lynton & Lynmouth.
The Coleridge Way
The Coleridge Way is a 51-mile route taken by the romantic poet…
Hollerday Hill
A spectacular backdrop to Lynton.
Lynmouth Eastern Beach
A rocky and wild beach near Lynmouth.
West Somerset Railway
A true country branch line of the old Great Western Railway is…
21 Mile Drive
A lovely figure-of-eight scenic tour which takes in the best of what…
Tarr Steps
One of the most famous and intriguing bridges in Exmoor, a 17-span…
Wringcliff Beach
A wild beach in the Valley of Rocks.
Arlington Court
Arlington Court and Carriage Museum
Taperley Park Gardens
Taperley Park is renowned for its beautiful gardens.
Lynton & Barnstaple Steam Railway
Ride a steam train at Woody Bay Station. Located 3 miles from…
Exmoor Zoo
Experience wildlife from all around the world.
Heddon Valley
Heddon Valley on the West Exmoor coast.
Hole-in-1 Lynmouth
Family golfing fun at the putting green in Lynmouth with 18-hole or…
Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
Experience life-sized dinosaurs and much much more!
Valley of Rocks
The Valley of Rocks in Exmoor, near Lynton & Lynmouth is a…
Great places to stay in the autumn
Lynton & Lynmouth and the surrounding area have some fantastic places to stay during the Autumn months. Hotels, B&Bs and Guesthouses where you can relax and enjoy a warm welcome and delicious breakfasts. Or, if you prefer being more independent, then there are plenty of great self-catering cottages and houses available too.
South View Guest House
Southview Guest House was built in 1905 when Lynton was expanding in the Edwardian Era. Centrally located in Lynton and close to the Cliff Railway.
Pip’s Corner Lynton
A spacious Edwardian house located close to the centre of Lynton, catering for up to 6 guests. Dog friendly.
St. Vincent Guest House
A delightful period property located in Central Lynton with easy access to all local amenities.
Dean Steep Holiday Cottages
Dean Steap holidays offer cottages for families with amazing views across Exmoor and close to Lynton and Lynmouth.
Rockvale House
A large Victorian property full of charm and character, situated in a quiet location in the heart of the Lynton.
The Bath Hotel
The Bath is a family run Victorian hotel overlooking the harbour in the picturesque fishing village of Lynmouth.
Woolhanger Exmoor Cottages
A collection of period holiday cottages located across Exmoor and North Devon and on the beautiful Woolhanger Estate.
Hillside House
Hillside House is a beautiful building dating from the 1790s, located in Lynmouth close to the South West Coast Path with views of the East Lyn river.
Lee House
Sitting in the heart of Lynton is Lee House Bed & Breakfast. This enchanting guest house features balcony rooms with stunning views over Lynton and beyond. A home-from-home in North Devon.
The Staghunter’s Inn
Located along the riverside in the village of Brendon, The Staghunters Inn offers traditional style and comfort. Great for walkers and dog friendly.
Water’s Edge Cottage
Water’s Edge is situated by the East Lyn River close to the centre of Lynmouth.
Moorlands Hotel
Moorlands B&B Hotel is set in five acres of beautiful gardens and grounds within the Exmoor National Park and offers self-catering apartments close to Woody Bay Steam Railway.
Lorna Doone House
Lorna Doone House is situated close to the river in Lynmouth and is just a 5 minute stroll to the heart of the village and the harbour.
Highcliffe House
A 5-star B&B with stunning sea views. Set in an elevated position above Lynton, if offers dramatic sea views, luxury king-size beds, and a warm welcome.
Lynmouth Holiday Retreat
Lynmouth Holiday Retreat is surrounded by beautiful countryside with stunning views of Lynton & Lynmouth. Perfect for touring or glamping holidays in Devon.
Gable Lodge
Located in central Lynton, Gable Lodge is a family friendly bed and breakfast ideal for exploring North Devon & Exmoor.
New Mill Farm Holiday Cottages
Delightful 17th century holiday cottages in North Devon, located just outside of Lynton in a secluded river valley in Exmoor National Park.
The Seawood Hotel
Seawood Hotel is an elegant boutique hotel on the Exmoor coast with stunning sea views overlooking Lynmouth Bay.
Chough’s Nest Hotel
Chough’s Nest Hotel in Exmoor National Park, is a charming family-run hotel situated on the cliffs of the stunning North Devon coast within easy reach of Lynton and Lynmouth.
13 Tors Road
No 13 is a delightful self-catering holiday cottage located in Lynmouth, along the river Lyn and a short walk from the village centre.
Martinhoe Cleave Cottages
Martinhoe Cleave Cottages are situated just below the hamlet of Martinhoe overlooking the Heddon Valley.
Ingleside Guest House
Ingleside provide ideal accommodation for those wishing to get away on short breaks or longer stays in a part of Exmoor known as “England’s Little Switzerland”.
Lyn Holiday Apartments & Fern Cottage
Superb holiday apartments sleeping 2-3 people in the owners’ fabulous Grade 2 listed property in Lynton.
The Sandrock Hotel
The Sandrock, good food, real ale and a home-from-home atmosphere. Located in Lynton, close to the Valley of Rocks, the hotel is perfect for families and walkers.
The Old Rectory Hotel
Caring hospitality, stylish elegance and great locally sourced food are all on offer at this luxury hotel on the North Devon coast.
The North Cliff Hotel
Standing in its own grounds close to the Cliff Railway, with some of the finest views of the North Devon coastline.
interesting autumn reading
Walking in the Heddon Valley
Whichever corner you turn in the Heddon Valley, whatever time of day and however the sunlight falls, the trees and hue are just beautiful.
Butter Fungus & New Boots
A short walk to break in a new pair of boots. Watersmeet, up to the Blue Ball Inn circling South Hill and back over Trilley Ridge.
Parracombe to Challacombe Circular
This historic, wildlife-rich and the panoramic circular walk takes you through the lives of the Bronze Age to evidence of the 1952 floods.
Fungi Magic
A circular walk through Barton Wood near Lynton & Lynmouth in Exmoor for a fun fungi foray amongst the beech nuts.
Trilly Ridge to Foreland Point
A 4-mile walk from Watersmeet, up to Trilley Ridge, out to the Foreland & then back down to Watersmeet via the Blue Ball Inn & Chiselcombe.
Selworthy & Periwinkle Cottage
We love wandering around Selworthy; its beautiful woodlands, exceedingly charming village and white-washed church, and of course Selworthy Beacon.