Through meadow & moors to the sea 🌊

“Little Switzerland” of England – The twin villages of Lynton and Lynmouth earned this nickname from 19th-century Romantic poets and early tourists because of their dramatic cliffs, wooded valleys, and alpine-like beauty.

Devastated by a great flood in 1952 – A catastrophic flood swept through Lynmouth in August 1952 after 9 inches of rain fell in 24 hours. Over 30 people died, and much of the village was destroyed. It’s still remembered today with a local memorial and museum exhibits.

Perfect blend of coast and moor – The village lies where Exmoor National Park meets the sea, offering dramatic coastal walks alongside moorland trails—rare in the UK. The drive through all these was dramatic and tiring; as Mark will attest to! It was well worth the effort. Tonight‘s accommodation is at the quirky Bath Hotel which overlooks the bay. I think Mark and I were the only guests because we seem to have the run of the place… the village must be ‘heaving’ during the summer months but in this period, just before that, it is fairly quiet and many of the shops and restaurants are closed… Makes for a very atmospheric and peaceful experience!

Perched at the meeting point of Exmoor’s wild beauty and the North Devon coast, The Bath Hotel in Lynmouth is a delightful blend of Victorian heritage and modern charm. Established in 1878 and family-run since 1951, this quirky, character-filled hotel overlooks the harbour and the Lyn River, offering guests a front-row seat to the village’s dramatic scenery.

There was a lot of driving today and I think we will cut back on that moving forward… more time for coffee ☕️ and contemplation 🦆😉Read more