Selworthy
Selworthy is a beautiful place to discover
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.
Family Event
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.
Valley of Rocks
The Valley of Rocks in Exmoor, near Lynton & Lynmouth is a…
RHS Garden Rosemoor
A magical garden for all seasons.
Lynton Cinema
The smallest town in the England to have its own cinema.
Taperley Park Gardens
Taperley Park is renowned for its beautiful gardens.
Quince Honey Farm
Quince Honey Farm is one of Britain’s leading honey farms
Hartland Abbey & Gardens
Hartland Abbey is a stately home in a stunning setting a mile…
Lynmouth Flood Memorial Hall
A permanent free exhibition of the village pre-flood.
West Somerset Railway
A true country branch line of the old Great Western Railway is…
Dunster Castle
A beautiful castle with medieval gatehouse.
Marwood Hill Gardens
A magical garden with three lakes.
The Two Moors Way
Crossing both Exmoor and Dartmoor, and covering a distance of some 105…
Wringcliff Beach
A wild beach in the Valley of Rocks.
Exmoor Zoo
Experience wildlife from all around the world.
Lynmouth National Park Centre
Get friendly bespoke advice and learn more about Lynton & Lynmouth.
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.
The Doone Valley
The Doone Valley is a magical, mystical place
Heddon Valley
Heddon Valley on the West Exmoor coast.
21 Mile Drive
A lovely figure-of-eight scenic tour which takes in the best of what…
Hollerday Hill
A spectacular backdrop to Lynton.
Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
Experience life-sized dinosaurs and much much more!
Tarr Steps
One of the most famous and intriguing bridges in Exmoor, a 17-span…
Lynton Town Hall
Lynton’s mock-Gothic Town Hall.
Lynton & Barnstaple Steam Railway
Ride a steam train at Woody Bay Station. Located 3 miles from…
Lynton Toy Museum And Shop
A great display of vintage toys.
Moor Wild Experiences
Free food for life? How can you navigate using the sun? How…
Exmoor Pony Centre
Come and visit our wonderful Exmoor ponies.
Castle Hill Gardens
50 acres of historic parkland.
Putsborough Sands
Putsborough Sands is renowned as one of the cleanest and most beautiful…
Lynmouth Western Beach
Great for messing around in the sand.
The Coleridge Way
The Coleridge Way is a 51-mile route taken by the romantic poet…
The Tarka Trail
The 180-mile route forms a figure of eight which envelops most of…
Exmoor Owl & Hawk Centre
Fly Owls and Hawks to your Gloved Hand!
Saunton Sands
Saunton Sands is 3+ mile long beach in North Devon, popular with…
Dartington Crystal
The UK’s only remaining glass factory and a unique experience for all…
Watersmeet
Watersmeet House is a former fishing lodge located a mile-and-a-half from Lynmouth…
Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway
Enjoy stunning views of the North Devon Coastline as you glide up…
Arlington Court
Arlington Court and Carriage Museum
South West Lakes Wistpoundland
Wistlandpound is beautiful place for fishing and walking.
Lynmouth Eastern Beach
A rocky and wild beach near Lynmouth.
Hole-in-1 Lynmouth
18-hole or 36-hole games.
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.
Gable Lodge
Located in central Lynton, Gable Lodge is a family friendly bed and breakfast ideal for exploring North Devon & Exmoor.
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.
The Bath Hotel
The Bath is a family run Victorian hotel overlooking the harbour in the picturesque fishing village of Lynmouth.
Martinhoe Cleave Cottages
Martinhoe Cleave Cottages are situated just below the hamlet of Martinhoe overlooking the Heddon Valley.
Rockvale House
A large Victorian property full of charm and character, situated in a quiet location in the heart of the Lynton.
The Seawood Hotel
Seawood Hotel is an elegant boutique hotel on the Exmoor coast with stunning sea views overlooking Lynmouth Bay.
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.
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.
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”.
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.
Lynton Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Lynton Camping & Caravan Club campsite sits above the stunning Exmoor coast. This peaceful and secluded campsite is a rural heaven with beautiful views and across the Bristol Channel to Wales.
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.
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.
St. Vincent Guest House
A delightful period property located in Central Lynton with easy access to all local amenities.
Lee House
Sitting in the heart of Lynton is Lee House. It features balcony rooms with stunning views over Lynton and beyond. A home-from-home in North Devon.
Explore other seasons in Exmoor
interesting reading
Selworthy & Periwinkle Cottage
We love wandering around Selworthy; its beautiful woodlands, exceedingly charming village and white-washed church, and of course Selworthy Beacon.
10 Things to do in North Devon this Autumn
Exmoor brings out its best colours in Autumn; a medley of golden browns, warm oranges, rusty reds and mossy green.