Natural landmarks · South West England
Lynton and Barnstaple Railway
In or near Lynmouth.
Lynton and Barnstaple Railway — a other in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
Martin Bodman — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Woody Bay · 0.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Lynton and Barnstaple Railway is a other located in england-south-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway offers a nostalgic steam train experience through the picturesque Exmoor countryside. Visitors can enjoy a one-mile return trip on authentic Victorian carriages, taking in scenic views of moorland and coastline.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: North Exmoor SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: West Exmoor Coast and Woods SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Lynton and Barnstaple Railway is a heritage railway located in South-West England, postcode EX31. It is notable for its narrow gauge and operates in a scenic area, offering a glimpse into the region's railway history. The railway is a popular attraction for those interested in transport heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2017, -3.8872
- County
- Devon
- District
- North Devon
- Parish
- Martinhoe
- Postcode
- EX31 4RA
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Devon
- Phone
- +44 1598 763487
- Nearest railway station
- Woody Bay — 0 km
- Official site
- www.lynton-rail.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/342018992 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lynton and Barnstaple Railway?
- Lynton and Barnstaple Railway is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX31 4RA), in the parish of Martinhoe.
- What is Lynton and Barnstaple Railway?
- Lynton and Barnstaple Railway — a other in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Lynton and Barnstaple Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Woody Bay, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode EX31 4RA.
- Is Lynton and Barnstaple Railway a protected site?
- Yes — Lynton and Barnstaple Railway is part of the North Exmoor SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the West Exmoor Coast and Woods SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Lynton and Barnstaple Railway free to visit?
- Yes, Lynton and Barnstaple Railway is free to enter.
- How do I get to Lynton and Barnstaple Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Woody Bay, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EX31 4RA.