Heddon Valley
Heddon Valley on the West Exmoor coast.
there's nothing quite like spring in exmoor
It’s great to breathe in the fresh Spring air that drifts in from the moors.
Our two beautiful towns awaken from their Winter slumber ready to welcome a new Spring season of visitors.
Explore the quaint streets and shops of Lynton & Lynmouth for some locally-made arts and crafts, gifts or clothing. And it’s always the season for a traditional Devon cream tea!
What we love best about a new Spring is getting out and exploring. There’s always a new trail to find or a familiar one to walk amongst rolling hills and deep wooded valleys of Exmoor.
Everywhere is bursting with fresh growth and teeming with new life – it’s magical.
top activities for spring in Exmoor
Lynton & Lynmouth
Cliff Railway
Enjoy your first ride on the Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway as it bursts into life in February each year.
steam trains
at Woody Bay Station
Start your year with a ride on a steam train at Woody Bay Station on the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway.
a riverside walk to watersmeet
See the first signs of Spring and Exmoor wildlife with a beautiful riverside walk to Watersmeet Tea Rooms.
Things To Do in the Spring
There are so many wonderful things to do in and around Lynton & Lynmouth in the Spring. Play a round of golf at Lynmouth’s Hole-in-1, take that first ride on the Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway, wander along to Watersmeet and the Valley of Rocks. Check out some of these great North Devon and West Somerset experiences. There is something perfect for the whole family in Exmoor.
The Doone Valley
The Doone Valley is a magical, mystical place
Lynmouth Eastern Beach
A rocky and wild beach near Lynmouth.
Lynton Toy Museum And Shop
A great display of vintage toys.
Exmoor Pony Centre
Come and visit our wonderful Exmoor ponies.
Lynmouth Western Beach
Great for messing around in the sand.
Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway
Enjoy stunning views of the North Devon Coastline as you glide up…
The Coleridge Way
The Coleridge Way is a 51-mile route taken by the romantic poet…
Arlington Court
Arlington Court and Carriage Museum
Selworthy
Selworthy is a beautiful place to discover
The Glen Lyn Gorge
Power of Water Exhibition.
Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
Experience life-sized dinosaurs and much much more!
Putsborough Sands
Putsborough Sands is renowned as one of the cleanest and most beautiful…
Hartland Abbey & Gardens
Hartland Abbey is a stately home in a stunning setting a mile…
Lynmouth Model Railway
A model of the London & North Eastern Railway.
Tarr Steps
One of the most famous and intriguing bridges in Exmoor, a 17-span…
Watersmeet
Watersmeet House is a former fishing lodge located a mile-and-a-half from Lynmouth…
21 Mile Drive
A lovely figure-of-eight scenic tour which takes in the best of what…
Quince Honey Farm
Quince Honey Farm is one of Britain’s leading honey farms
Dunster Castle
A beautiful castle with medieval gatehouse.
Castle Hill Gardens
50 acres of historic parkland.
Moor Wild Experiences
Free food for life? How can you navigate using the sun? How…
Dartington Crystal
The UK’s only remaining glass factory and a unique experience for all…
Hollerday Hill
A spectacular backdrop to Lynton.
South West Lakes Wistpoundland
Wistlandpound is beautiful place for fishing and walking.
Middleham Gardens
Take a stroll along the East Lyn River to a beautiful garden.
Lynmouth National Park Centre
Get friendly bespoke advice and learn more about Lynton & Lynmouth.
Baggy Point
The dramatic headland with crashing waves and dramatic cliffs is situated between…
Exmoor Zoo
Experience wildlife from all around the world.
Woolacombe Beach
Miles of golden sandy beach.
Hole-in-1 Lynmouth
18-hole or 36-hole games.
RHS Garden Rosemoor
A magical garden for all seasons.
Barna Barrow
A beautiful stretch of open land with stunning views of Lynton &…
Lynmouth Flood Memorial Hall
A permanent free exhibition of the village pre-flood.
Wringcliff Beach
A wild beach in the Valley of Rocks.
Marwood Hill Gardens
A magical garden with three lakes.
Lynton Cinema
The smallest town in the England to have its own cinema.
Valley of Rocks
The Valley of Rocks in Exmoor, near Lynton & Lynmouth is a…
Exmoor Owl & Hawk Centre
Fly Owls and Hawks to your Gloved Hand!
The Tarka Trail
The 180-mile route forms a figure of eight which envelops most of…
The Lyn & Exmoor Museum
A charming small museum about Exmoor with collections of from Lynton and…
Taperley Park Gardens
Taperley Park is renowned for its beautiful gardens.
The Two Moors Way
Crossing both Exmoor and Dartmoor, and covering a distance of some 105…
The South West Coast Path
The South West Coast Path is Britain’s longest National Trail – a…
Saunton Sands
Saunton Sands is 3+ mile long beach in North Devon, popular with…
Lynton Town Hall
Lynton’s mock-Gothic Town Hall.
Horner Wood
The dramatic headland with crashing waves and dramatic cliffs is situated between…
Lynton & Barnstaple Steam Railway
Ride a steam train at Woody Bay Station. Located 3 miles from…
West Somerset Railway
A true country branch line of the old Great Western Railway is…
Great places to stay in the spring
Find the perfect place to stay during your Spring break in Lynton & Lynmouth. Fresh from a Winter slumber, these hotels, B&B’s and campsites are freshly Spring cleaned and ready to welcome you.
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”.
Heddon’s Gate Hotel
Heddon’s Gate is tucked away high above the beautiful and secluded Heddon Valley, not far from Lynton & Lynmouth. Great for a romantic get away or walking holiday and dog friendly too.
Dean Steep Holiday Cottages
Dean Steap holidays offer cottages for families with amazing views across Exmoor and close to Lynton and Lynmouth.
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.
The Bath Hotel
The Bath is a family run Victorian hotel overlooking the harbour in the picturesque fishing village of 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.
Rockvale House
A large Victorian property full of charm and character, situated in a quiet location in the heart of the Lynton.
Gable Lodge
Located in central Lynton, Gable Lodge is a family friendly bed and breakfast ideal for exploring North Devon & Exmoor.
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.
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.
Woolhanger Exmoor Cottages
A collection of period holiday cottages located across Exmoor and North Devon and on the beautiful Woolhanger Estate.
Pine Lodge
A warm welcome awaits you at Pine Lodge in Lynton, a friendly and comfortable Victorian house set on a hillside overlooking beautiful countryside and within walking distance of the town centre.
Martinhoe Cleave Cottages
Martinhoe Cleave Cottages are situated just below the hamlet of Martinhoe overlooking the Heddon Valley.
Sinai House
Located near the centre of Lynton, Sinai house is built into the hillside of Sinai Hill and offers the most incredible sea views over the Bristol Channel.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
St. Vincent Guest House
A delightful period property located in Central Lynton with easy access to all local amenities.
The Denes
An attractive Edwardian Guest House in Lynton, a stone’s throw from the entrance to the Valley of Rocks.
North Walk House
North Walk House, a small and distinctive country house offering bed & breakfast or self-catering accommodation in a cliff-side residence built in 1856.
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.
Home Place Spa & Cottages
Enjoy a spa break in Exmoor. Home Place Cottages are set in five acres of private meadowland in Challacombe.
Croft House
Charming guest house set in a secluded and quiet location near Lynton Old Town.
Shepherds Hut, Brendon
The Shepherd’s Hut is prefect for glamping self-catering holidays in Devon – set in its own garden where you can just sit and take in the fantastic scenery.
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.
Pip’s Corner Lynton
A spacious Edwardian house located close to the centre of Lynton, catering for up to 6 guests. Dog friendly.
Fernleigh Bed & Breakfast
Fernleigh Guest House is located near the heart of Lynton and has 6 comfortable rooms. There are two ground floor rooms at this family friendly bed and breakfast.
Water’s Edge Cottage
Water’s Edge is situated by the East Lyn River close to the centre of Lynmouth.
Lyn Holiday Apartments & Fern Cottage
Superb holiday apartments sleeping 2-3 people in the owners’ fabulous Grade 2 listed property in Lynton.
The Seawood Hotel
Seawood Hotel is an elegant boutique hotel on the Exmoor coast with stunning sea views overlooking Lynmouth Bay.
interesting spring reading
Get on your bike in North Devon
Enjoy cycling in and around Lynton & Lynmouth and across North Devon and Exmoor National Park.
Spring Wildlife in Lynton & Lynmouth
Exmoor has an abundance of flora and fauna, and wildlife.
10 Best Things to do in Lynmouth
Lynmouth is a fascinating coastal village steeped in history.
10 Best Things to do in Lynton
Lynton is a charming Victorian town perched high on a cliff.