valley of the rocks

Wez74

Visited here on a fine, sunny day whilst staying in North Devon. I started my walk from Lynton town centre. The route is quite well signposted though first you need to start off by the Valley of the Rocks Hotel opposite the church. From there it takes about a 5-10 minute walk to reach the gate for the coastal path. From there it's another 15-20 minute walk to Castle Rock depending on how many times to you stop to take in the great scenery. Of course you can cheat and drive out of Lynton and park up by Castle Rock but you'd be cheating yourself out of the impressive coastal views en route. The pathway is tarmacked so it's suitable for pushchairs etc but if you want to negotiate some of the rock formations you will some decent footwear and be fairly physically fit.For me, this was one of the highlights of my North Devon visit and was much better than I'd been expecting. If you're one for enjoying great views, nice walks and fresh sea air then you shouldn't pass this place by!

357bobd

A beautiful place of natural beauty, peaceful with stunning views. Great for a walk along the cliffs and excellent photo opportunities.

ChristineK646

Having visited The Valley of the Rocks regularly and doing the same walk each time, I decided to do a different walk. I took the same initial route along the coast path and down into Lynton but instead of returning via Hollerday Hill, I went through the town and then through a wooded area and up onto the cliffs. My route then led me through the Lee Abbey Estate with some amazing views of the Abbey, and down to the private beach at Lee Bay. I then walked back up the road, past the White Lady and back to the car park. Rather blustery at times, but a lovely walk, and I didn't get lost which is always a bonus!!

SagaloutsTour

Fantastic scenery, well worth seeing in all weathers, but even better with blue sky and sunshine, despite the cold strong winds! Make sure you have some reasonable shoes, or better still, some form of walking boots. Really worth the climbs

Narcissus666

wonderful views, a few climbs to get the heart going. Secluded bays- not at all touristy- Just a heavenly spot. But watch the gusts of icy wind especially on the coastal path from Lynton. If you want England at its best and want to get away from it all try here in Winter- but the icy blasts from the sea means this is not for the faint-hearted. Travellers with walking disabilities can enjoy the scenery by car but some of the steep climbs make some of the viewpoints inaccessible for the infirm

margaretmI9140NB

Lovely views with Goats and their kids running around. You can walk from the Hotel or Drive through Lynton.

DarWend

Took the cliff railway to Lynton then walked along the cliff path to the valley of the rocks. Very pleasant walk and an excellent Capuccino at Mother Meldrums. easy under foot as the path is well maintained. Entertasined by goats who seemed to be clinging to the cliffs while they were grazing.

888maxw

Stunning views great walks and a really relaxing place. Looking forward to our next visit..................................................................

coffeemike

Amazing landscape, can be accessed by road, but better to walk. Two approaches that I have discovered, one is up Hollerday Hill, to the right of the town hall in Lynton, and the second one is via the footpath to the right of The Valley of the Rocks hotel. The second walk is not good if you suffer from vertigo, as the path takes you along the cliff edge. Look out for the wild goats perched on rocky outcrops, they certainly don't have problems with the heights.

69Kenno

I have visited the Valley of rocks a number of times and absolutely love the area.I love the cliff walk down into Lynmouth, the goats wandering around without a care in the world, the stunning scenery and possibly the best setting in the country in which to play cricket.On my last visit it was cold and windy, but as I was suitably dressed it was a truly bracing experience.Without doubt the Valley of the rocks is one of my favourite places in the country, and I look forward to many more visits.

Ravenking

Having spent much of my holidays over the past years in the north (Yorks. Moors and Dales, Lakes etc.), we decided we needed to head south for a change. After extensive checks on Google streetview, my wife and i plumbed for Lynmouth and chose Clooneavin - best holiday decision we've ever made!We arrived, parked up and wandered into a beautiful Victorian style atrium that looked like something straight out of Sherlock Holmes or Agatha Christy. Our ground floor apartment was just breath-taking - we walked in and were presented with a truly panoramic view across the bay and Bristol Channel. There were lovely outdoor areas to sit in and relax and a really handy private footpath down into Lynmouth village - alas, not really suitable for infirm or elderly, but Lynmouth is at the bottom of a hill. Jill, the landlady, was very warm and welcoming and always on-hand to help if you need it.We can't recommend his place enough; we will be back year on year, as many guests already ar.

EbbwValeTessie

went there on nice day was not a lot to see to be honest there was car park and think you had to pay

tapper1960

Best coastal walk in Devon easily accessible from lynmouth, spectacular views and bracing fresh air.

sssuuusan2013

Just returned from a 4 night stay at this hotel.warm and friendly staff. Our room no 4 was ok. Large room bath and a shower. The only thing that lets it down is the presentation of there food. Most food was cold. Menu good choice but on occasions was diffent to menu. Lynton is a lovely little village.

AlbertC925

What a humbling experience it is to walk at the edge of the cliffs, at such a height you can see gulls flying below you (plus the extra goat or two magically appearing and disappearing at places so remote you eel inclined to call the RSPCA to help out - fortunately mobiles go flat there). The silence, the vastness of it all, it belittles you and reinforces your connection with the divine by reminding you in a subtle and gentle way of your true place in the Cosmos. On a more earthly plane this year somebody had the splendiferous idea of leaving Poetry Boxes attached to benches. I couldn't believe my eyes: there, in a tightly closed can you could find two wee notebooks and the perfunctory pencils for you to write down.... well, whatever you felt like -plus sharing in the jottings of previous travellers (I did both).It is a good hearty walk so I recommend taking some water with you and, please, don't hurry, take your time...