Visit Lynton & Lynmouth

Christmas Wishes on the Terrace - a magical festive evening at Blue Ball Inn.
2025-12-23 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Blue Ball Inn, Countisbury Hill, Lynmouth, EX35 6NE, United Kingdom
Join us on Tuesday 23 December at 6pm for Christmas Wishes on the Terrace – a magical festive evening at Blue Ball Inn.
Our terrace will be glowing with lights, mulled wine will be steaming, and the wood-fired pizzas will be coming out hot. Enjoy festive music, soak in the atmosphere, and even meet Santa as you share Christmas wishes with friends, family, and neighbours.
A perfect December get-together for locals and visitors alike.
What to expect: Mulled wine & mulled cider Fresh pizzas Santa meet & greet Festive music A beautifully lit terrace
Blue Ball Inn, Countisbury Tuesday 23 December Starts at 6pm
Hit Going to join the festive fun – and tag who you’re bringing along

Carols Around the Tree at The Hunters Inn, Heddon Valley
2025-12-24 18:00 - 21:00 | The Hunters Inn, Heddon Valley, Parracombe, EX31 4PY, United Kingdom
🎄 Carols Around the Tree at The Hunters Inn – Christmas Eve
The Hunters Inn in Heddon Valley invites everyone to join them on Christmas Eve for a magical evening of Carols Around the Tree.
Set in the heart of Exmoor, this much-loved tradition brings together locals and visitors alike to celebrate the festive season with traditional carol singing, and plenty of Christmas spirit.
Guests can enjoy the warmth and charm of The Hunters Inn while singing under the twinkling lights of the Christmas tree, surrounded by the beauty of the Heddon Valley.
📅 Date: Christmas Eve📍 Location: The Hunters Inn, Heddon Valley, Exmoor🎶 Time: Carols from 6pm
A perfect way to welcome Christmas – with community, song, and joy in a truly special setting.

Christmas Day
2025-12-25
UK Christmas Day

Christmas Morning Holy Communion
2025-12-25 09:00 - 10:00 | Christ Church Parracombe, Parracombe Lane, Barnstaple, EX31 4QG, United Kingdom
Celebrate the Birth of Christ, Christmas Morning Holy Communion

Coffee Morning at The United Reformed Church, Living Waters Lynton
2025-12-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-12 10:00 - 12:00 and 8 more dates | Living Waters Lynton URC, Lee Road, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6BS, United Kingdom
Join us every Thursday morning from 10 am to midday in the Church Hall for our delightful coffee morning! All are welcome to indulge in a scrumptious selection of cakes, lovingly baked by our church members, along with a variety of hot and cold drinks. While there’s no charge, donations are warmly appreciated.

Boxing Day
2025-12-26
UK Boxing Day

Twixtmas Nutcracker Trail at Dunster Castle
2025-12-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Dunster Castle, Dunster, TA24 6NY, United Kingdom
Blow off the cobwebs after Christmas and step into a magical festive adventure! Our family-friendly Nutcracker Trail takes you through the historic rooms of Dunster Castle, where you’ll uncover the enchanting story of the Nutcracker. Follow the clues, spot hidden nutcracker figures, and enjoy a fun, interactive experience perfect for all ages.

26th December-4th January, 10:00-15:00

No Booking Required. Normal Admission Applies.

Haul the Bowline
2025-12-26 13:30 - 15:30 | The Ancient Mariner, The Ancient Mariner, Lynmouth, EX35 6EL, United Kingdom
Its back, the ultimate test of strength and grit. Grab the rope and run walk crawl until you can do no more. Prizes and glory for the victorious. A great spectators event, event better to enter, just sign on when you feel brave enough…Sign up outside The Ancient Mariner.

Blue Moon (15) - Lynton Cinema
2025-12-26 20:00 - 21:30 | Lynton Cinema, Lee Road, Lynton, EX35 6HN, United Kingdom
On the evening of March 31, 1943, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in Sardi’s bar as his former collaborator Richard Rodgers celebrates the opening night of his ground-breaking hit musical “Oklahoma!”.

Zootopia 2 (PG) at Lynton Cinema
2025-12-27 14:30 - 16:30 | Lynton Cinema, Lee Road, Lynton, EX35 6HN, United Kingdom
After cracking the biggest case in Zootopia’s history, rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find their partnership isn’t as solid as they thought when Chief Bogo orders them to join the Partners in Crisis counseling program. But it doesn’t take long for their partnership to be put to the ultimate test when they find themselves on the twisting trail of a mystery tied to the arrival of a venomous snake in the animal metropolis.

New Year Services at the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway
2025-12-28 10:30 - 15:00 | Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, Woody Bay Station, Martinhoe Cross, Parracombe, EX31 4RA, United Kingdom
Looking for something special to do with the family after Christmas? Why not treat yourselves to a festive train journey through the beautiful countryside and warm up afterwards in our cosy and welcoming tearoom!
Join us for our New Year Specials, running from 28th to 31st December, and enjoy a relaxed, cheerful day out before the year ends!
New Year Specials Dates: 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st December (New Year’s Eve).
Please be aware we will be closed on the 25th,26th and 27th of December.
Train Times From Woody Bay Station to Killington Lane for both events are as followed:
10.45am – 11.30 – 12.15 – 13.30 – 14.15 – 15.00.
2-mile return journey (approximately 20 minutes)
Tearoom & Station Shop: The Tearoom will be open every running day from 10:00 till 16:00, serving a range of light refreshments including hot & cold drinks, festive cakes, warm pasties and sausage rolls, etc. Along with our Tearoom our Station Shop will be open with a range of gifts available to purchase.
New Year Ticket Prices

Adult: £10.00
Child (Under 14 Years): Free
Young Person (14 -21 years ): £7.00
Student (Student ID required): £7.00
Disabled Passenger: £7.00
Registered Carer: Free
Family (2 adults and up to 3 young adults ): £31.00

First Class Upgrade: Travel in style with our first-class seating, these tickets are available online or on the day from our station shop on a first come first served basis. Priced at £3.50 per person/seat, children under the age of 2 who will be sat on laps do not require to pay the supplement of £3.50.
If you do pre-booked first class please ensure to visit our station shop to check first class availability. Please be aware you have booked a seat not a compartment and may have to share with other passengers.
Directions & Parking
We have a large free carpark available at Woody Bay Station, this includes disabled parking.
Address for Satnavs: Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, Woody Bay Station, Parracombe, Barnstaple, EX31 4RA
Accessibility
Our trains can accommodate standard (non motorised) transit wheelchairs and our staff are always on hand to provide assistance. We have a wheelchair accessible compartment which can accommodate one wheelchair per train. With this there is access via the guards van which has a ramp available for use. Please be aware there are some size restrictions with the ramp.
Ramp size restrictions: Width 700 millimetres and weight 300 kilograms.
Buggies/Prams
We regret that due to the heritage nature of the stock and space constraints, pushchairs and buggies cannot be accommodated on trains, however there is space for them to be left at the station at the owners’ own risk.
Dogs
We are a dog friendly railway, well behaved dogs and their owners are more than welcome to attend our Santa Specials and New Year services. In addition, dogs travel FREE provided that their owners have purchased a ticket and other passengers do not object. We only ask that for reasons of hygiene dogs are not allowed in 1st Class compartments or on the seats in 3rd Class.

Blue Ball Inn NYE Celebration - Dinner, Prosecco & Live Music
2025-12-31 18:00 | Blue Ball Inn, Countisbury Hill, Lynmouth, EX35 6NE, United Kingdom
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Blue Ball Inn with great food & live music
We’re serving our special £59 set menu between 6pm and 9pm, complete with a complimentary glass of Prosecco to start the evening

Choose from a delicious range of starters, mains and desserts – including ribeye steak, vegan Penang curry, duck breast, pork belly, sticky toffee pudding and more.
From 9pm to 12:30am, enjoy live music from Amber Louise, plus cocktails crafted especially for the night.

We’ll count down to midnight together with fireworks on TV.

If you’re looking for a cosy, good-food, good-music New Year’s Eve without the crowds, we’d love to have you with us.

Tuesday 31 December The Blue Ball Inn, Countisbury Set Menu 6–9pm | Live Music 9–12:30am Complimentary Prosecco | Midnight Countdown

Booking strongly recommended.Call 01598 741263 or visit blueballinn.com to reserve your table

New Year’s Eve at The Hunters Inn
2025-12-31 19:00 | The Hunters Inn, Heddon Valley, Parracombe, EX31 4PY, United Kingdom
New Year’s Eve at The Hunters Inn
Join us this New Year’s Eve for an unforgettable night!
Live Music from Seatrees – starting 9pm to see in 2026 in style! Bookable 4-Course Meal – served from 7pm (£75 per head). Bar Open As Usual – whether you’re dining or just here for the music, everyone’s welcome!
Stay for the music, stay for the countdown, stay for the memories.
Date: New Year’s Eve Venue: The Hunters Inn From 7pm till late
Don’t miss out – let’s celebrate the new year together!

Berry Gathering Basket Workshop at ENP Centre, Lynmouth
2026-01-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Exmoor National Park Centre, The Esplanade, Lynmouth, EX35 6EQ
Berry gathering basket workshop
Cost: £45 per person
Date: 17th January 2026, 10am – 3pm
Please book by calling the Exmoor National Park Centre, Lynmouth on 01598 752509.
Come and join local basket maker Jane and learn how to make a sweet little basket. It is a friendly and welcoming workshop, where we explore the slow rhythm of weaving. Attendees will be using local willow to each make a small gathering basket, ideal for collecting rosehips or sloes.
Learn to make a base, then a traditional stake and strand basket.

Lynton Food Fest, Lynton Town Hall
2026-03-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Lynton Town Hall, Lee Road, Lynton, North Devon, EX35 6HT, United Kingdom
Indulge in a day of foodie discovery at the Lynton Food Fest – a one-day artisan food and drink market set in the stunning Exmoor town of Lynton.
Explore a curated selection of local producers, artisan food stalls, speciality drinks, and handcrafted gifts, all celebrating the best of North Devon and the South West.
Whether you’re browsing for something special, tasting your way through regional flavours, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, this is a delicious day out not to be missed.
Highlights include:Artisan food & drink stallsLocal produce & delicaciesCraft & gift stallsStreet food and treats to enjoy on the day
Location: Lynton Town Hall, Lynton, North Devon Date: Saturday 14th March 2026 Time: 10am – 4pm Entry: Free
Easy access from Lynton car parksDogs welcomePerfect for a relaxed day out on Exmoor
