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Valley of Rocks – Lynton Old Town loop from Lynton

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Valley of Rocks – Lynton Old Town loop from Lynton

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Valley of Rocks – Lynton Old Town loop from Lynton

01:14

16.5km

370m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.50 km for 178 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.59 km

Valley of Rocks

Highlight • Gorge

One of the most incredible natural features of the North Devon coastline, the Valley of Rocks is a dry valley with steep cliffs and sea views. As you walk through …

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2.77 km

Lee Abbey

Highlight • Monument

This building stands proudly on the roadside. It's a grand grade II listed country house called Lee Abbey, a conference centre used by the local Christian community.

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2.80 km

View of Lee Bay and Crock Point

Highlight • Beach

This is a scenic ride with phenomenal views out to Lee Bay and Crock Point. Lee Abbey is nearby with a café and restrooms.

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4.36 km

View of the Exmoor Coast from the Tarmac Path

Highlight • Cycleway

The coastal path between Lynton to Martinhoe is fully tarmacked and is a fantastic way to enjoy coastal Exmoor by bike.

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16.0 km

The Rising Sun Inn

Highlight • Pub

This is a great little pub nestled among the old cottages of Lynmouth by the harbour. At the halfway point it's the perfect place to stop for a breather during …

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16.1 km

Lynton Old Town

Highlight • Historical Site

Lynton presents itself as Victorian and dignified in the small center. There are a few tea rooms, shopping areas and hotels. The steep streets are quickly explored, but there is …

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16.1 km

St Mary the Virgin Church and Graveyard, Lynton

Highlight • Religious Site

A parish church reconstructed in 1891 to 1905 by Sedding and Wilson but with a 13th-century tower and the remains of rebuilding works undertaken in 1741 in the south aisle.

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16.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.1 km

3.59 km

2.24 km

540 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.9 km

3.59 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

16°C

9°C

55 %

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Valley of Rocks – Lynton Old Town loop from Lynton

Valley of Rocks

Lee Abbey

View of Lee Bay and Crock Point

View of the Exmoor Coast from the Tarmac Path

The Rising Sun Inn

Lynton Old Town

St Mary the Virgin Church and Graveyard, Lynton

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