Nice castle with good views to the surrounding area. Good selection of rooms to visit. The gardens were nice to walk around and the watermill was very interesting. It was quiet and peaceful. Some steep paths and steps. We were there for around 4 hours.

Absolutely superb National Trust property with a long and fascinating history. Thoroughly enjoyed both the historic buildings and the beautiful grounds/gardens. The story comes through loud and clear and the way you access so much of the castle/house means you naturally absorb how it was used over the years.

This is an extensive and interesting National Trust property with the castle, gardens and a working water mill to see. It can fill a day and there's a couple of cafés to visit for a break. The castle is impressive inside and out and there are interactive elements like dressing up costumes for the kids. The watermill is a great attraction- you can see the waterwheel power the working flour mill and flour is available to buy directly from the mill. The grounds are well kept and there's a pleasant walk through woodland and over a small river as you go towards the mill. Parts of the route to the castle are steep but there's a minibus available for those with mobility issues. The directly adjacent village of Dunster is lovely and worth a walk around too.

Beautiful!! We have never been to Dunster or the castle before and absolutely loved it. It was a beautiful day, there was so much to see and explore and it was so well looked after. Didn't manage inside the castle but as national trust members we can use our cards to go back again and see inside. So recommend visiting.

A very beautiful area, with imposing Castle and grounds, a medieval village street, and a working watermill. The grounds are especially picturesque in Autumn, with beautiful views from the castle terrace across the rolling Somerset hills and towards the Bristol Channel. The terrace cafe was a really great find, with a very friendly cafe manager and delicious scones. The castle had the most unique collection of Wall hangings of painted leather. They look like tapestries at first glance but take a closer look to see their outstanding craftsmanship. The staff at the watermill were so friendly and informative. A lovely day out.

Dunster Castle is in my top five NT places to visit, not that I come here very often, my last visit being some seven years ago. It's location is stunning, it's gardens are beautiful, the interiors sumptuous but welcoming and the watermill just adds to the magical experience. Added to that is the easy access to the amazing village. If you've never been before, just go - you will not regret it.

Love this place and will definitely go back. Ideal for buggies and pushchairs and a romper mobility scooter as some paths are steep although even. Inside house is not so accessible but do able with small children/ infants, less so for wheelchairs. Worthy of a few hours wandering the grounds or picnicking and dog friendly for the most part. Plenty of tea rooms and drinks and snacks also and the pass allows you to explore Dunster village itself also so well worth a day trip.

Fantastic for a day out with family. Staff was very friendly and engaging with the visitors - telling all different interesting chunks of history about the Castle and the owners. Gardens around the castle are fantastic. There are plenty of paths to walk and explore. Both, kids and adults are able to enjoy. The variation of different plants and trees. River and water mill are other parts not to miss. Definitely worth to be back again. Visited during the winter on the sunny day.

Had a great trip to Dunster castle. although the carpark was a little busy it was not too busy on site. As National Trust members it was all free, would recommend everyone to join. Really helpful guide at the front reception desk who gave us the best route for mobility impaired. Went also to the new cafe at the mill, great food. Highly recommended a visit.

Beautiful gardens, well planted on a very steep plot, surrounding the castle. Castle is well worth a visit inside (the great views, 'modern' kitchen & leather room are highlights) and the village is lovely too. Quite a steep walk from the carpark up to the castle, they helpfully provide a courtesy electric van for those with mobility problems, with wheelchair lift.

The castle is so beautiful, we took the kitchens tour and loved it! Amazing history and the guides are very helpful and kind, couldn’t recommend it enough. Take your time and have a lovely walk around the garden, use the map to walk all the way to the watermill while enjoying the sound of the water running. The cafe was also great, with good options.

Had an amazing day out here today. Beautiful castle, wonderful gardens and such a pretty river flowing through the grounds. Really well kept and so peaceful. Great photo opportunities with such beautiful panoramic views. As always National Trust hospitality surpassed our expectations with a gorgeous lunch in the Mill Tea room. Feta, tomato and basil bruscetta was absolutely delicious. Great day out.

Unfortunately it was a very overcast and wet day when we decided to visit, but don’t let this out you off you can still enjoy looking around inside the castle when the weather is bad! The place has an interesting history and it was good to learn how it had been modified over the years. We will definitely be visiting again when the weather is a bit better, so that we can explore the grounds and other interesting features outside.

What an absolutely gorgeous castle, even though the weather wasn't fantastic, it was still a really beautiful castle, full of interesting history and surrounded by beautiful grounds. You can wander round the castle and there are tour guides telling you about that area of the castle. There are videos that you can watch, stories you can listen to or read about the castle and its background. The gardens were beautiful, even in the damp weather. I can imagine in summer, it will be even more fantastic. Dunster Castle is set in the cutest village as well. Lots of quaint little shops in the village and lots of coffee shops (and gorgeous cake). I was really taken back by how beautiful Dunster was. I would definitely go back. We went when the candlelight festival was on in the evening. That was a fantastic atmosphere and I was surprised how many people were there to watch the procession. People were dressed up in medieval clothing and knights went through the village, there was entertainment for the kids too. A really magical atmosphere.

Visited just after 10am Sunday morning, there was no queue to enter. It was quite quiet throughout our visit. Prices for non-members were £16 per adult. Thoroughly enjoyed walking round the castle grounds and exploring inside. The volunteers were very helpful, informative and willing to point out features in each area. There are some beautiful views available from various windows and gardens. We thoroughly enjoyed the water mill and had the process fully explained to us by the knowledgeable volunteer Gail. No question stumped her! Even as adults we enjoyed the interactive exhibits (flour milling and robin spotting). We also enjoyed the dragon in the garden and the children’s woodland activity course (you’re never too old!!).

Spectacular place to visit,and it's dog friendly. Space for a picnic,loads of paths. National trust members free so definitely worth to subscribe. Car park £5.50 for a day. Entrance £16/adult £40/family

The water mill was very interesting and you can buy interesting flours produced here. The woodland river walk was really nice, as was the house and the pianist really set the mood.

Beautiful castle, village and scenery - one of the better National Trust sites to visit. Don't forget to see the Watermill on the south side of the castle.

A must visit. The castle is absolutely stunning. So much to see and do Inside. There are some very knowledgeable volunteers who are more than happy to answer your questions and give you more information about the house. The watermill is fascinating and well worth the walk down to see it. The gardens are nice but the views are what really appealed to me. We arrived at 10 and left at 2pm. We got there early and there was plenty of parking but by the time we left it was quite busy. There is a buggy to take anyone who needs help to the house and the watermill. It is extremely steep and there are not a huge amount of wheelchair friendly paths

A very well presented water powered cliff railway, everything was very clean and well looked after. Even every bit of brass was polished to a very high standard. The cafe at the top of the cliff does really great cream teas with loads of gluten free options. Unfortunately a little cloudy but views across the Bristol channel to the South coast of Wales. Like any lift railway capacity is limited in the carriages so expect a wait at peak times. At the time of our visit £3.30 for adults and £2.20 for children single journey.

This was the best experience ever. The simple physics that makes something so beautiful and useful is mind-boggling. Its history of it is even better with the one family serving it for 108 years in 3 generations as engineers and builders. Lovely members of staff beautiful display of its souvenirs 👌👌👌👌

Wonderful to see a Victorian piece of engineering still operating today, and not just a couple of times a day but every ten minutes or so. The alternative is a very high gradient, switchback track (tarmacked) that rises approximately 300m from sea level at Lynmouth to Lynton above. The views are spectacular, across to Countisbury, and the lighthouse (where you can also walk around the area but it's steep), the prices reasonable (£3.50 each way as of July 2023) and the staff polite, friendly, funny and engaging. It's beautifully presented and cared for, and I would suggest standing outside of the carriage on your journey up and down, but be advised they don't allow dogs out there.

The children loved it. Very exciting and novel experience, really friendly staff and incredible views. Fast and good value. I should imagine it gets very busy in peak times but it's well worth the wait. No booking required.

It was absolutely amazing, the gentlemen that took my husband and I up and down were so lovely... Well worth the money for the views along

Been wanting to visit the railway for ages, and finally made the trip to lynmouth! It’s a lovely activity to do, with so much history! And it’s Dog friendly 🐕 We took the ride up to Lynton and explored, then made our way back down the path.

Amazing hidden gem in the most beautiful area with lots of unique features. Includes a few characteristic houses, bendy roads, pubs, local art and crafts shops and lots of ice cream shops..ample parking available on site. very tranquil..

Absolutely beautiful place. The view from the top was amazing. Also, the cafe at the top served the biggest most delicious scones. When you do go up to the top, don't forget to walk out and visit the rest of the twin and beautiful shops.

Lynmouth is a stunning place. Get there earlyish to get parked in the main car park. The o street only has a 2 hour limit. The railway itself is small, it’s reasonably priced with great staff. One thing to note is the entrance to the carriage is quite narrow. Our pushchair was a bit of a struggle. Once on, the views up just get better and better. There’s a good view from anywhere. It’s amazing how long this ride is. It always feels safe, but can be a little jerky. Once at the top, the view is fantastic. There are places to get incredible views. It rained on our last visit, so didn’t get much chance to get the “proper “ camera out. Lynton is just a small quaint village, it’s a nice walk round with some nice shops.

Nice view and quick ride. May be 1-2 hours are sufficient for this attraction. If you go early morning no issue for car park and queue at cliff railway. You cannot buy return ticket, after coming down you have to pay again. I believe it was £3.50 for adult and £2.50 kids and £1 for dogs.

£3.50 a single which is not a steep as the railway, ho ho. Lovely ride and ask the brake an on board he can tell you about the history. Very unusual way to travel worth a visit.

Tick price is £3 for adult and the view is amazing. Have a coffee on top and enjoy your gorgeous views. Recommend to walk down to enjoy the blue sky ans see views

Lovely place to enjoy the scenic beach view with some walk. Better to park the car in lower part to take the ride from down to top. Enjoy the ride from bottom to top. Then you can walk down the hill and enjoy the view and beach later. There is a nice church too.

A day out to Lynton & Lynmouth. Never been here before today. Wow. Was so lovely. It was a bit steep going after the moors, coming from Minehead, but hey ho. It was worth it. A great place to spend a day. It was sunny, but then we got dumped on with torrential rain - see the video. There was a funicular railway to go up or down the hill, but we walked the steps. Quite steep, but do-able if you go slowly in wet weather. Had a coffee and cake in a local shop, chatted to local artist in his gallery, and had a very enjoyable time in these friendly towns. You can go for a walk off into the gorge, but we didnt have the weather for that on the day. It'll keep for another visit in better climatic conditions.

Beautiful unspoilt harbour with outstanding views from the hills above Lynmouth of the last of the Bristol Channel and start of the ocean on clear day seeing south/west Wales coastline. Plenty of eating places and Fish and chips restaurant with array of a gluten free menu. Bus tours and walks. Well worth a visit to step back when a seaside was not tarnished with mega shops etc.

Aug 2023 Beautiful views from this wonderful cliff railway, it really is amazing that it has been here so long and still operating the way it always has. Although we paid for returns, we took the wagon up and ended up walking back as there were so many delightful things to see coming down the hill. It onlv cost 3.50£ each side !!! We were 4 adults together, trying to be seated in the front row to capture and get best view! You can have best home made scone at top, next to the top entrance, must try that one. So delicious.. costs around 4.20£ I tried hot chocolate, that was fab…. You can explore small village there on top, with church, museum, Restaurant, and ice cream shops and you can come down at any time through rail. It closes at 0700pm. When you go top to the cliff you will find variety of ice cream shops which serve ice creams shakes as well. Shop name Nana Jude’s. Absolutely love the old school arcade games, even better that they are only 2p, 10p or 20p a go. I recommend please taking cash to use them. The gift shop was lovely, and again good pricing so you can actually buy something after paying the entrance fee.

Decided to visit here on a bit of a whim as we had a day with nothing planned. So glad we went, it was brilliant. Nice cafe at the top, lots of picnic tables (some under cover) where we sat and had a coffee watching the railway. Looking down the rails it's very impressive just how long and steep it actually is and you can see the pulley and how it all works. Staff were really friendly and they had treats for our furry buddies.

The railway cliff has been running for more than 120 years. Overall a new experience & the stuffs are very friendly as well.

We visited here while holidaying nearby in Woolacombe. Myself, wife, and two boys aged 11 & 4, and our dog. We were lucky to get a parking space on the street opposite a Londis at the top of the railway. It seemed most people parked at the bottom. This meant we didn't have to queue to board the carriage. The views are breathtaking. The carriage was clean and looked well maintained (which was a relief to my wife as she is afraid of heights) it travels slowly and relatively quietly, which didn't freak the dog out. It seemed pretty expensive at £9.20 for a single, but it is a one of a kind journey after all. You dont have to travel on the train to go up and down the hill. There is a walkway that zig zags back and forth over the railway via 3 bridges, which provides great views of it. The area around the railway has plenty of dog friendly coffee shops, a few pubs, and a nice little town with some more quirky shops and plenty of places to eat. Would definitely recommend.

What a great engineering and vision which we can still appreciate and use over 133yrs later. Lots of information and images to help you understand what they had to do to achieve there goal. Brilliant views at little cost and dogs are also permitted.

What a beautiful place. The cliff railway 🛤 was amazing with fantastic views. Lynton and Lynmouth is lovely. You can easily spend the whole day there it was so nice. Would strongly recommend a visit 👌

A fantastic experience. Our kids really enjoyed the ride. Amazing views on the way up. Staff friendly and helpful. Tickets £3.5 per single trip.

Valley of the Rocks is awesome. You walk along a spectacular coast path from Lynton which starts through woods but soon opens out to sea views with a quite sheer cliff drop on one side. It is covered with bracken so not as dangerous as it looks. There are many wild goats living there and their antics are fun to watch as you walk along. Within 15 minutes you come to spectacular rock formations which you can climb for even better views. It's amazing!

A place filled with beautiful sceneries of nature. Great way to spend a day hiking and enjoying the lovely views of rock formations and the sea next to them. Ample parking, clean toilets and a cafe with friendly staff are available.

Fantastic walk along the cliff. The view is breathtaking and the goats are a nice surprise especially at this time of year with the lambing going on. We even came across a young Adder snake. The walk is very easy and a short stop at Lynmouth for eating and shopping makes it a great day out. Do not forget to experience the Lynton- Lynmouth cliff railway or (water funicular).

Absolutely beautiful place. One Of the best places I've visited in Devon. If you can take this trip do it. Worth every minute. Don't rush, park the car walk around climb the hill. If you're going with kids take snacks with you and goats are friendly but don't approach them or feed them. There are toilets and ample parking. Carry change for parking £1 per hour, we easily were there for 4 hours and watched half sunset from there. Take food with you if you're planning to stay long as we didn't see any Cafe onsite. Enjoy and be careful when climbing the hill it can be slippery on the way back. Must stop place if you have never been.

We stopped off at the Valley of Rocks on our way out of Lynton. It was a beautiful place to visit. The roaming goats were a lovely site to see. We walked around a bit and the views were incredible! Highly recommend a visit if you are down in North Devon.

A truly magic place! Walk along the steep cliffs, climb the highest peaks and enjoy the views. The goats will keep you company and the wind will whisper stories from long ago in your ears. Take the toll road to Woody bay to complete the experience

Incredible topography. Plenty of parking during the winter but can imagine it gets busy in the summer. There are some covered routes for east access as well as more scrambling routes for the more adventurous. Walked along to Lynton which was really interesting and definitely needs more exploring, maybe come spring when more things are open.

Finally made it here after 5pm and found free car parking just up the road from the cricket ground. The rocks are about a 5 minute walk from there. Great views as you walk down into the valley. There are well kept pathways allowing access to around and to the rocks. From the path that runs alongside you can see the coast. There were also quite a few goats on the rocks when I visited. I managed to climb up quite a few of the formations following simple well used routes. Spent about an hour here enjoying the views and taking pictures. Well worth a visit if you are in the area.

Love this place, just beautiful. Can get a little busy, but that doesn't take away the stunning views. Accessible path part for those with mobility issues,parking, toilet facilities, and a lovely walled garden tearoom.

Valley of Rocks. National car part, toilets available. And very beautiful view. 1-2 hours sufficient to cover main area. If you have kids, please take extra care while walking round the path/mountain.

The Valley of Rocks is a breathtaking natural wonder. With its dramatic rock formations and stunning coastal views, it's a must-visit for nature enthusiasts. Walking along the trails, you'll be captivated by the rugged beauty of this unique landscape.

Quite an easy walk. There is a small walk around one of the main hill that is easily reachable, you will walk alongside the coast and may find wild goats - before to head to a small bush and to come back on the road. We didn’t want to use the road so we headed back to where we came from and used a small shortcut - but going up the hill (you can then easily access to the parking back - much better than using the all road section).

The Valley of Rocks in Lynton is truly a natural wonder that took my breath away. Walking through the rugged landscape, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and wild goats, was an unforgettable experience. The panoramic views of the sea and the ancient rock formations are mesmerizing. It's a perfect spot for photographers, hikers, or anyone looking to immerse themselves in nature's grandeur. The paths are well-maintained, and the signage is helpful, ensuring a safe yet adventurous outing. Highly recommend a visit for a peaceful retreat or a family adventure!

It has always been an impressive place. The unusual rugged hills dropping straight into the sea. Climbing to the summits and seeing the wild goats is a unique experience. A well marked footpath along the valley would be an improvement.

Great place with breathtaking views . Worth every time to go back and back there.

Stunning location, great views. Be careful on the rocks, there are some very large drops. There are also many goats, which is cool.

Absolutely awesome and stunning place to visit!!!... the views are a photographer paradise!!!...the coastal path/ walk from Lynton is beautiful, but please be very careful, keep dogs tight on a lead and children properly supervised as it's not for the faint hearted!... but this is certainly worth doing as the views of the coastal scenery is astonishing and especially on a clear day!!!!... there is also a small cafe, and toilets when you get down to the open valley ground. This place is well worth the 5 stars rating!!... as I love photography and I loved this place, I will definitely come back soon.!!📷👌👍

Stunning scenery, beautiful walks which you can tailor to how far you would like to go. Plenty of parking around and a wide range of walks.

I visited on a wet and windy day, but it was still beautiful. Can't wait to visit when the weather is feeling kinder! Stopped in the cafe for some lunch, and was very pleased to find Celeriac Soup and a GF Cream Tea available and I wasn't disappointed - delicious!! I shared my scone with a very friendly Robin whilst watching a host of other birds flit about from feeder to bushes... Exactly what I needed to calm my mind. Looking forward to exploring the trails when they aren't quite so wet and slippery, and hopefully my bird spotting skills will have improved by then also. Awesome place.

The National Trust house at Watersmeet is the natural destination for all those walking around Lynmouth, Contisbury and Rockford. The cafe is delightful and the drinks and food a welcome treat. I have been visiting Waters meet via the various footpaths for over 25 years and the location never disappoints. Enjoy the experience.

It is owned by the National Trust, and it is free to visit by everyone. It is in a beautiful setting in Exmoor. It is a lovely walk down a track to the house which is situated next the river. It's a pretty place to sit and enjoy a cream tea. There are plenty of walks around the area too. Parking at the top is not NT and is a pay and display.

Lovely river walks with small waterfalls with multiple route options for distances. Enjoyed the coffee shop and outside a seating area.

I love this place, the walk up from Lynmouth is simply stunning. It's National Trust, so the cream teas aren't the cheapest, but worth it just to sit in the garden.

400 m steep but manageable path way down, not very hard , so can be done. Worth visiting, the nature here is great. I suggest visiting after closing hours because that way you might be there alone and enjoy the nature in peace. Parking is paid for national trust members too and costs £1 per hour

Beautiful, just beautiful! Watersmeet is a must if you're visiting North Devon. Parking is on the road above the gorge, note, although Watersmeet is National Trust, the car park is not, so payment is required. This is a rugged place, good walking shoes are recommended. The walk from the car park is straightforward, although, a little steep. At the bottom you'll come to the tearoom, a good selection of drinks & lovely things to eat are available, there are also toilets here, plus plenty of seating. There are several walks around & along the gorge, route maps available in the tearoom. Whichever route you take, watch where you're putting your feet, some paths are high above the gorge, narrow& with no barriers. A truly breathtaking location.

Lovely views and pretty walks (some challenging underfoot). The tea room has declined over the years (perhaps the staff shifts are too long - we arrived later in the day and the staff looked frazzled and struggling to maintain a suitable decorum). The gift shop has sadly gone. The cream tea was made from good quality ingredients.

Once we had parked and found the entrance it was easy to find a national trust map board and choose a route down the river and through the woods. Expect to be walking up and down quite a lot on rough paths. We walked all the way to Lynmouth harbour and back following the river. Would definitely recommend this for walkers and family's. The cafe was just in the best spot.

Absolutely stunning place to stop. Car park was £1.30 for an hour. The walk down is quite steep, there are a couple of walks you can do that start from the cafe. The cafe is national trust and served food and drink. Dog friendly. Birdwatching was fun too!

Breathtakingly beautiful walk and the house is stunning with the sound of the river running not too far away! Lovely food and a good offering for such a tiny cafe. Lots of seating outside but none inside at present Reduced to 4 stars as the set up is a bit ridiculous and took ages to get our order done. Also prices are so inflated beyond what is reasonable.

The most beautiful walk. It can be challenging in parts but on the whole an easy walk to the tea rooms. We then walked back to Lynmouth. Just took us over 2 hours. Highly recommend

Cash only to pay for parking in the council run parking area. Free parking further up the road but a 1 mile Riverside walk to the NT owned Watersmeet cafe. The woodlands walk to Lynmouth is quite steep and high up in places . The river side walk is easier. Both very picturesque.

Great National Trust gem. Beautiful walks for all abilities. Lovely tearoom, too. We spent several hours there following the river. Thoroughly recommend visiting.

Great experience, friendly staff, it is good to see how well it is being operated and maintained. Good facilities and nice cafe. A nice experience to have along our road trip

A really well presented step back into yesteryear, the station building at Woody Bay just makes you go wow. The ride is only a 2 mile round trip but have a ride and take a picnic or buy a snack there and watch the trains then ride again. I think it was £20 for a family ticket (2A 3C) but on the website it says National Trust members get 20% discount. There is a 7¼" gauge railway too which was testing on the day of our visit but that was an additional £1 per ride.

Absolutely beautiful place. The volunteers (yes, VOLUNTEERS,) were very knowledgeable, helpful, kind, polite and accommodating, I could of listened to their information all day. It's a lovely little train ride, and if you're a train geek you can get right next to the beautiful engine for photos and a look around (plus the drivers will talk you through things too!) Great little model railway too run by a model engine club, and again they were all polite and helpful and told you all about the trains! It's very cheap for a ticket for the train, plus its unlimited journeys for the day so if you go early enough you certainly get your moneys worth. I'd highly recommend this place if you have young children especially boys, and my little one LOVED it - so much so he cried when we left!

Great visit even if you're not a railway enthusiast. Friendly staff and volunteers. Beautifully restored buildings and rolling stock.

Fantastic place. Great experience and atmosphere and the kids love it. Proper little glimpse into the past of rail travel. Would highly recommend their Spring Gala Day.

Very short ride and quite expensive all round, 2 people in my party bought tea and biscuits which cost over £10 for just the two of them and when another of our group was buying tickets the sales person rung up 8 tickets instead of 7 and then claimed he didn't know how to refund the extra ticket so we ended up paying for 8 which is alittle unfair. The train was nice and I'm sure with time and investment this could be a fantastic little tourism spot

Lovely place, will be fantastic if more railway gets restored. Lovely short journey to the next stop and back, great views. Kids loved seeing the steam train up close and watching it turn round. We went on the train when we first arrived, then had lunch at the café and then went on it again before we left.

This is a must see!!! It was a great experience and good value for money! The receptionist was very kind, knowledgeable and patient with us as we were big group! Do look up the timings of the journeys before you leave as you could be waiting for 30 minutes or so. We didn't have time to visit the cafe but the scones smelt great! There is even a little model railway at the back. The gift shop is well stocked :))

Delightful heritage railway with beautiful views over Exmoor to the coast. Beautifully restored steam locomotive and coaches. In contrast to another reviewer, the ticket price is very good value since it allows you unlimited rides all day. Cafe has decent choice of good quality food with pleasant outside seating areas (and indoors if the weather doesn't cooperate). The staff, most of whom are volunteers I understand, were all friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. Dog-friendly too. Wishing them all the best as they raise funds to extend and develop the railway further.

We had a great day! The restoration of the buildings, engines, carriages is top notch. 👌 The tea room was great lots of cakes pasties and drinks to choose from. Hopefully the line will continue to grow.

We attended their Autumn Gala. They are very well organised. I was impressed. Good array of locos, food, things to see and buy, vintage vehicles, music. People were in costume. A great family day out. Small, narrow gauge railway in lovely scenery.

Good fun. Dogs allowed. Only one mile forward then one mile back but can go on all day! Pretty views. Volunteer staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely sausage rolls and cream teas!

Lovely little railway experience with very friendly volunteers running it. It's a very short trip there and back but you get close up views of the engine as it backs up etc, and the driver was all too pleased to explain to the kids how he drives the train. If the weather is half decent, take the viewing carriage to make the experience even better. The cafe had a surprising selection of gluten free cakes which were delicious by any cake standard, and very reasonably priced.

We stopped here as we were passing and wanted to have a look. We turned up just in time to catch the last train of the day. It was a lovely little train ride for a couple of miles. Very scenic along the way! The staff were very friendly and helpful with our questions about the history of ten line and the plans for extension eventually.

Gary took 10 of us out for an one hour kayak for a hen do. The conditions weren't great but Gary and the team did a fantastic job at keeping us safe and ensuring we still had a lot of fun! I would 100% recommend surfside kayaks to everyone!

The staff were friendly and helpful. The kayak tour was truly beautiful and such a fun experience. I would definitely recommend.

We had a great experience on the 2 hour kayaking tour with Gary and his team, very informative with lots of great local knowledge, this was our first time kayaking with our children Emily (11) and Maisie (9) and they also loved it and was asking to go again! I've already recommended you to family members and they shall hopefully book for next year. Thank you for taking the time to take a photo of our family for us to remember this day by but also for making my girl's birthday's that little more extra special. Thanks again - Laura & Dave.

Great afternoon out me and my partner had a tour it was amazing loved every minute of it I was scared at first but when I was on the sea iw as fine and loved it the guy Gary was very lovley and he went out if his way to help me and my partner and Robin who took us on the tour was a lovley guy as well he took us and told us some history of the tour I will be definitely be going on the tour again I would definitely highly recommend it even if it's not for you I would definitely try it I had a fantastic time really really nice people.

Me and my family absolutely loved the experience of kayaking! Gary was so helpful and he accommodated us on short notice. Stunning views and great tour guide. Would love to visit again.

We had a weekend away at this cute town and surprised to see they have their very on cinema! Lovely little place! Worth a visit! the chairs are old style picture house and screen was a decent size!! Loved it!

Absolutely lovely and charming small cinema. £5 a ticket and snacks and drinks are amazingly priced (all under £1.50). Very friendly welcome, professional screening, perfect quirky evening! Thank you!

This is very old cinema it has around 62 seats has a usherat to show you to your seats it is very cheap at the old prices £4.50 for adult very comfortable plenty of leg room too would recommend a visit it is set in an old church staff very friendly.

I really loved this night out in this tiny but very cozy cinema. We were advised to reserve a ticket on forhand and so.we did. Very friendly owners Who guided us to our seat, which was reserved for us. We went to see a Tom Cruise movie, which was awful... it had nothing to do ofcourse with this particular cinema.

A very good small cinema. The sound quality puts many larger cinemas to shame. Very reasonable ticket prices too.

The most intimate cinema experience I've had in a long time, in a grade II renovated Methodist chapel! With welcoming hosts, and very reasonable ticket and refreshment prices. Lynton Cinema was the perfect ending to a wonderful day of exploring Valley of the rocks, Lynton & Lynmouth!

What a fabulous time we had this afternoon at lynton cinema.only £5 each to watch a film.with fantastic sound And very nostalgic.thank you to all the volunteers that give up their time for us to enjoy a lovely afternoon…

I love this cinema - the seats are comfy and there is plenty of leg room. They still charge £5 - that hasn't gone up in 14 years!! (Unlike everything else!) There's a nice selection of sweets and ice cream. The people there are always friendly and helpful. It is well worth a visit, and it needs everyone's support to keep it going!

A wonderful little cinema tucked away up in the tiny North Devon town of Lynton. With no more an 60 seats in its entirety, and with a shop serving small snacks & drinks - it shows all the latest blockbusters with old time cinema charm. Well worth discovering. Recommended.

A truly wonderful little cinema. It's absolutely tiny but incredibly quaint and a unique experience. If you have kids it's a great place to take them so that they can experience how things used to be rather than these big multi screen complexes. Incredibly cheap with really friendly staff. We got a tour of the projection room and even got to try on the hostess ice cream tray. Great fun and well worth a visit just for the experience of going to a small independent cinema. Please support them so that they can keep going.

Lovely independant cinema still charging only £5 a ticket so buy some snacks

1. When we visited the cinema we were about 10 minutes late to arrive and missed the first 10 minutes, after the movie ended the owner offered to play the 10 minutes we missed at the start which was amazing 2. The seats were very comfortable but definitely not as comfortable as the recliner Seats at Vue as they were quite old. 3. The screen and sound quality were perfect - no complaints. 4. The prices on the food were very reasonable, even cheaper than the shop down the road. Most cinemas put prices of snacks and drinks up by about £2 - £3 but this cinema had very cheap food and drink. 5. The ticket prices are incredibly cheap making this a 10/10 experience.

Fabulous little picture house. Like stepping back in time. Wonderful.

The historical yarn market at the other end of the main street and castle is a beautiful building to think about the way it was built all by hand. Its unusual stone centre column that supports the double pitched roof and the mortice and tenoned joints every thing about this place is great. Stayed in st George Street and walked the dogs for the last walk of the day,and made a stop there. and the quietness of dunster was lovely no tourist

The iconic Yarn Market at the top of Dunster High Street was built in 1609 by George Luttrell, Sheriff of Somerset and the keeper of Dunster Castle.

Interesting open sided Market Trading Building built in 1609 selling Braodcloth and yarn

Very cool historical site. A local told us about a cannonball hole from the civil war, which was pretty cool.

A beautiful historic timber building set within the heart of the medieval town of Dunster. There are history panels to read within the building and links to the castle at the top of the hill. Parking is available nearby on an hour or longer which is free or in the nearby car park which is a pay and display.

Dunster, a great place to visit and shop for all the family.

We came to Dunster for the castle but thoroughly enjoyed the village too. A pleasant day spent in Dunster and looking around the surrounding area

It feels like traveling back in time. Gorgeous

The old yarn market of Dunster, many of the timbers are hundreds of years old, the original structure dating to c.1607 and rebuilt in 1647. Curiously the later day replaced timbers are showing woodworm where as the older timbers don’t. This is because the trees used in the original build were of great age as compared to today’s trees that are felled, woodworm don’t like inner old growth hard woods, only the softer newer growth.

A steep walk in more ways than one, but with some beautiful water falls. I was charged £15 for myself and a 3year old. I’m not sure why the price has gone up so much?

Lovely place to visit. Parking can be a nightmare. Cars driving round and round car parks. Very difficult to back out at times. Do visit valley of the rocks which is stunning and is walking distance

A must visit place..they generate electricity for the whole town.the water jets are refreshing and one can see gorgeous rainbows

Wow. This is beautiful. We were in the town to go on the fancy cliff railway and saw some jets of water and curious, wandered over. Spoke to some lovely lady in her little hut and paid of fee and we were off. There is a room to visit with lots of historic information along with a wealth of information on climate change and high is all fascinating. There’s a few interactive features there too, along with the aforementioned water jets. But the main facture was a walk along the stream. There’s lots of places to stop and quite a few picnic benches so I would recommend eating you lunch here. Just ensure you take your rubbish home! It gets quite steep and slippy in places, so take care, but don’t let this stop you. Go and se what this little gem has to offer. Our favourite place in little corner of the world, which is saying something. Stunning.

Just loved it.. Last visited 40 yrs ago... Not much has changed. The guide was very informative and really excited about what the hydro elecric works does and how it can change our futures. Really appreciate the passion and knowledge shared. Makes us reflect on our own situation and what we can do to also make a difference. THANKYOU 🙏👍🙏❤️

Most beautiful place to visit. To go and see the waterfalls and history about the the place it will cost £7 per adult and £3 per child. It's a good trek and fun with kids. Person who runs the place is very friendly and knows so much about the history of Devon. Ask him best nearby places and you'll find some gems along the way.

Really nice guy at front gate who gave us lots of info, free guide, explained all about their ethics behind the project etc. Remember to take cash as they don't accept cards. Lovely walk up river, great scenery. Museum really interesting. Kids (8 and 11)really enjoyed it as well. A must-see!

Wow.. what a brilliant and stunning place to visit. We arrived and where greated by a really nice guy. We where given a guide for free as this was our first visit. He explained a bit about Glen Lyn Gorge and the history around it. After looking in the museum at the start of the glen lyn, we started the walk, surrounded by waterfalls and stunning scenery and it was breathtaking. There where several ways down to the falls, where we able to really take in the sheer beauty. The walk was a little hilly but alot of fun. This gorgeous place should definitely be on your list of "MUST DOs" while here in lynton & Lynmouth.

Beautiful landscape and waterfall coupled with an extremely well designed museum. Wonderfully passionate and intelligent owner who took the time to engage in an educational conversation with a teenager. When you and your attraction generate electricity for your town that has almost been destroyed due to industrialisation narrowing the river, it's understandable to feel strongly about such matters. Don't mistake knowledge and passion for preachiness.

Well worth it there are some amazing views of the waterfall. And its worth going to the museum as it has some interesting models and history. About the flood and about how the engneering behind hydroelectricity works.

It’s great if you take the time to walk around the grounds and see all the verdant nature of the gorge. The museum is a bit crammed with stuff, but there’s plenty of interest for patient readers.

Amazing hike and suitable for anyone with average fitness, with clear trails. Also fine for dogs, as long as they are kept on a lead because of livestock.

a beautiful place, with spectacular views, but what have they done to the cairn? I last came up here just before Covid hit, to scatter my mother's and stepfather's ashes on to the free standing cairn, I came back up here recently to find the whole thing stuck together with some sort of cement. What in the name of "health and safety" is that all about? At first I thought it might also be a bit smaller, but I realised, it's just been diminished!

A bit steep but worth it to get the views.

Not our first visit to Dunkery Beacon and on a good day the views are stunning, this time cloudy, windy and rainy so the view will have to wait until next time, lovely walk up though.

Beautiful walk and beautiful place to visit

Panoramic views all round. Drive to the bottom lay-by was good. Overcast day so climbing to the top was not so difficult. Cool breeze at the top. Kids loved it

Beautiful day for a walk up Dunkery Beacon.

Breathtaking scenery, there are areas for parking beyond the initial two that you come across

There are some narrow, twisty roads to get to this place (parking laybys at the top and bottom of the hill) but it's well worth the trip if you catch a sunny day to visit. Windy at the very top but that's to be expected at that height!

If you're prepared to walk up to the top on a clear day, the amazing view is your reward. Just stunning. There are no facilities nearby so bring a flask and a sarnie to enjoy while you admire the 360 degree splendour.

One of my favourite places on Exmoor 💖 the views from the Beacon are amazing. On a clear day the Welsh coast is visible one way and Dartmoor in the distance the other way. Even on a wet and windy day this place is still beautiful 😍

Lovely quiet spot for a peaceful holiday.

Didn't stay here parked on beach car park, walked on beach lovely lace, bought a cup of tea. Please note card only no cash payments and card machines are temperamental. Most place's prefer cash as card machines play up on the area, but not facilties at Dunster beach.

Just had a lovely relaxing week stay in a chalet. The accommodation was clean and the facilities were more than adequate for a self catering ho. The location is very idyllic and very remote. Luckily myself and my husband love to walk abd explore the local area by foot. Minehead is along the coast path 3miles - nice and flat but alittle uneven underfoot with plenty of restaurants, cafes and bars. Blue anchor is 2 miles in the other direction and also an easy walk along the costal path, a lovely meal at 'The Smugglers Inn' and 'The DriftWood cafe' was delightful. Dunster village is just 1 mile along the road, a slight hill at the end but not too challanging. We ventured to all these destinations by foot for dinner and found Dunster lacking in eatting options in the evening and best to visit during the day. We will definitely back for another stay soon

Beautiful relaxing place to holiday (best in good weather though!). Main thing site's missing is an EV charge point (ample room for a couple behind the shop/office).

Only visited the beach for a walk and to have a cup of tea at the Kingfisher hut. As always the service is friendly at the Kingfisher. Dunster beach is my go to place for a fresh walk for a few hours.

Great parking facilities for walking the Somerset coast path.

Didn't go in, but had a walk along the road, very windy and chilly,

A lovely beach ideal for dogs... Toilets and a super little outside cafe selling hot drinks, snacks and ice cream.

Fabulously quirky community of beach chalets, fully equipped for self catering, perfectly situated on the beautiful West Somerset coast near Dunster & Minehead. Lovely peaceful location right on the beach with huge private lakes & woodland walk with an abundance of wildlife. Perfect place for a quiet chill holiday or a base for touring around the beautiful areas of West Somerset & Exmoor.

Such aovely quiet place to stay, everything you need! So close to the beach, castle as well as Porlock and Minehead if you want to venture further, just what the doctor ordered. 😀

Many happy memories of being a child at this place. It's quite, perfect for the kids that want to ride their bikes or play the old fashioned way

I’ve just done a 2hr kayaking tour (It’s mid April). The sea was calm and aqua colour and the skies were blue, it was beautiful. Combe Martin Bay in that weather was absolutely breathtaking. I loved the kayaking and Vince was brilliant, top guide. I would highly recommend this to anyone who fancy’s a bit of kayaking and seeing some stunning views. Many thanks to Vince and OSKC Watersports. 🙏🏻🍃

Excellent experience! We had Jilly/Gilly as our guide who was brilliant! We were a group of 4 who had never experienced sea kayaking before. The whole experience was amazing and we would definitely do it again! All the staff at OSKC were extremely friendly and helpful. Thank you!

Fabulous staff and knowledge, i can't tell you how pleased i am with them from start to finish and highly recommend them to anyone. I wouldn't go anywhere else now they have been superb. With my first kayak hire experience to the help and advice they have given me after buying my own kayak... i just can't praise them enough...

Booked online, very helpful staff

We had an amazing first time experience with Mike as our instructor, we were nervous at first but after training we were ready for rhe adventure... Mike is so brilliant at what he does, very professional and all around fun to Kayak with. Thank you so much Vince for the last minute booking.

Returning to Combe Martin for another kayaking trip and it was a wonderful experience. Connor and Pat were brilliant, funny knowledgeable and great hosts. We went out on Friday 8th Sept during the most beautiful calm early afternoon. The sea was like glass allowing us to explore caves and get in and around the rocks. I highly recommend OSKC, never disappointed. The area is stunning and the staff are wonderful. Be back soon and thanks again.

Our family of 5 had a lovely time on a kayak tour. The guides were friendly and obviously very experienced. They helped us learn the basics quickly and steered us through caves next to rocks without any trouble. Our kids loved it. If you’re in Devon or Somerset, you need to book a guided trip or rent gear from OSKC.

A fabulous two hour kayak tour around some of the most beautiful coastline this country has to offer. Brilliant instruction and guidance from the staff and fantastic value for money. . All new kayaks and equipment . Awesome changing and washing facilities . Expert tuition . Qualified instructors ( certification in the shop) . Great range of clothing and equipment . Quality products and great prices.

Just spent 2 hours on a SUP around Combe Martin bay and really enjoyed it. Minimum time is 2 hours for a SUP costing £25. You get a paddle and life jacket included. They take credit card and are COVID compliant. Arrive 15 mins before your booking to kit up and be given a tour.

A great first time experience with Patrick as our guide and mentor. Relaxed and informative. We both felt safe and happy exploring the north Devon coastline. An exciting experience that we would be glad to repeat. Thank you 👍🏼

As a family we have visited the North Coast of Devon at least a couple of times a year for the last 12 years to surf, but have never booked a kayaking trip. We found OSKC on Google with some great reviews and decided to book an early morning trip for Easter Monday. From arriving, the team couldn't have been more helpful. Due to the increasing wind conditions, we had two instructors as our guides today. Will and Connor were fantastic. They made sure everyone was happy and safe before and during the whole two hour trip. All in all we had a fantastic time. Highly recommended.

Had a fabulous time exploring the coast around Combe Martin after hiring kayaks for 3 hours from these guys. The staff were very knowledgeable and gave us info on the best places to go and sea conditions on the day. Very reasonable rates and professional. Will definitely return in the future!

Valley of the Rocks is awesome. You walk along a spectacular coast path from Lynton which starts through woods but soon opens out to sea views with a quite sheer cliff drop on one side. It is covered with bracken so not as dangerous as it looks. There are many wild goats living there and their antics are fun to watch as you walk along. Within 15 minutes you come to spectacular rock formations which you can climb for even better views. It's amazing!

A place filled with beautiful sceneries of nature. Great way to spend a day hiking and enjoying the lovely views of rock formations and the sea next to them. Ample parking, clean toilets and a cafe with friendly staff are available.

Fantastic walk along the cliff. The view is breathtaking and the goats are a nice surprise especially at this time of year with the lambing going on. We even came across a young Adder snake. The walk is very easy and a short stop at Lynmouth for eating and shopping makes it a great day out. Do not forget to experience the Lynton- Lynmouth cliff railway or (water funicular).

Absolutely beautiful place. One Of the best places I've visited in Devon. If you can take this trip do it. Worth every minute. Don't rush, park the car walk around climb the hill. If you're going with kids take snacks with you and goats are friendly but don't approach them or feed them. There are toilets and ample parking. Carry change for parking £1 per hour, we easily were there for 4 hours and watched half sunset from there. Take food with you if you're planning to stay long as we didn't see any Cafe onsite. Enjoy and be careful when climbing the hill it can be slippery on the way back. Must stop place if you have never been.

We stopped off at the Valley of Rocks on our way out of Lynton. It was a beautiful place to visit. The roaming goats were a lovely site to see. We walked around a bit and the views were incredible! Highly recommend a visit if you are down in North Devon.

A truly magic place! Walk along the steep cliffs, climb the highest peaks and enjoy the views. The goats will keep you company and the wind will whisper stories from long ago in your ears. Take the toll road to Woody bay to complete the experience

Incredible topography. Plenty of parking during the winter but can imagine it gets busy in the summer. There are some covered routes for east access as well as more scrambling routes for the more adventurous. Walked along to Lynton which was really interesting and definitely needs more exploring, maybe come spring when more things are open.

Finally made it here after 5pm and found free car parking just up the road from the cricket ground. The rocks are about a 5 minute walk from there. Great views as you walk down into the valley. There are well kept pathways allowing access to around and to the rocks. From the path that runs alongside you can see the coast. There were also quite a few goats on the rocks when I visited. I managed to climb up quite a few of the formations following simple well used routes. Spent about an hour here enjoying the views and taking pictures. Well worth a visit if you are in the area.

Love this place, just beautiful. Can get a little busy, but that doesn't take away the stunning views. Accessible path part for those with mobility issues,parking, toilet facilities, and a lovely walled garden tearoom.

Valley of Rocks. National car part, toilets available. And very beautiful view. 1-2 hours sufficient to cover main area. If you have kids, please take extra care while walking round the path/mountain.

The Valley of Rocks is a breathtaking natural wonder. With its dramatic rock formations and stunning coastal views, it's a must-visit for nature enthusiasts. Walking along the trails, you'll be captivated by the rugged beauty of this unique landscape.

Quite an easy walk. There is a small walk around one of the main hill that is easily reachable, you will walk alongside the coast and may find wild goats - before to head to a small bush and to come back on the road. We didn’t want to use the road so we headed back to where we came from and used a small shortcut - but going up the hill (you can then easily access to the parking back - much better than using the all road section).

The Valley of Rocks in Lynton is truly a natural wonder that took my breath away. Walking through the rugged landscape, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and wild goats, was an unforgettable experience. The panoramic views of the sea and the ancient rock formations are mesmerizing. It's a perfect spot for photographers, hikers, or anyone looking to immerse themselves in nature's grandeur. The paths are well-maintained, and the signage is helpful, ensuring a safe yet adventurous outing. Highly recommend a visit for a peaceful retreat or a family adventure!

It has always been an impressive place. The unusual rugged hills dropping straight into the sea. Climbing to the summits and seeing the wild goats is a unique experience. A well marked footpath along the valley would be an improvement.

Great place with breathtaking views . Worth every time to go back and back there.

Stunning location, great views. Be careful on the rocks, there are some very large drops. There are also many goats, which is cool.

Absolutely awesome and stunning place to visit!!!... the views are a photographer paradise!!!...the coastal path/ walk from Lynton is beautiful, but please be very careful, keep dogs tight on a lead and children properly supervised as it's not for the faint hearted!... but this is certainly worth doing as the views of the coastal scenery is astonishing and especially on a clear day!!!!... there is also a small cafe, and toilets when you get down to the open valley ground. This place is well worth the 5 stars rating!!... as I love photography and I loved this place, I will definitely come back soon.!!📷👌👍

Stunning scenery, beautiful walks which you can tailor to how far you would like to go. Plenty of parking around and a wide range of walks.