Wistlandpound
11.80 miles
Take a stroll around the 2,000 acres of Watersmeet and Countisbury, a haven for wildlife with breathtaking views. On Exmoor, Watersmeet is the meeting place of the East Lyn river and Hoar Oak Water. Explore the rich woodlands of the Lyn Valley and stroll along the riverside at Lynmouth, Combe Park and Rockford. As a contrast, the South West Coast Path runs along the dramatic Glenthorne Cliffs, towards Devon's most northerly outcrop, Foreland Point.
If you are looking for Best Parks and Playgrounds in Lynmouth , Devon then you can visit Watersmeet. Watersmeet is one of the places in Lynmouth Devon for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.
On Site Parking
On Site Toilet
Watersmeet House
Built in 1832 as a fishing and hunting lodge for Walter Stevenson Halliday, since 1900 it has served cream teas.
Watersmeet
2,000 acres of estate surround Watersmeet, the meeting place of the East Lyn River and Hoar Oak Water.
Woodland
Ancient oak woodlands, connected by miles of footpaths, including the South West Coast Path.
Watersmeet Tea-garden
Tea-garden serving light lunches, hot drinks and famous cream teas.
Coast
Nearby is Foreland Point, Devon's most northerly outcrop. The cliffs in this area tower above the sea, offering breathtaking walks and views.
Price: Free
Price Details
Pricing Free admission
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Offer Birthday Parties: No
Countryside: Dawn - Dusk
Shop: Closed
Tea-garden: 11:00 - 15:00
Address: Watersmeet House, Watersmeet Road, Lynmouth, Devon, EX35 6NT, England
Post Code: EX35 6NT
Council: Lynmouth
County: Devon
On foot
South West Coast Path within ¾ mile, leave the path at either Countisbury or Lynmouth. 1½ miles from Lynmouth, follow river upstream to Watersmeet House approx 2 miles, very pleasant riverside walk.
By train
Nearest train station Barnstaple - 20ml, connection from here to Exeter.
By bus
TW Coaches 309, 310 from Barnstaple (passing close Barnstaple train station), Quantock 300 from Minehead (summer only); Filers 300 from Ilfracombe. On all, alight Lynmouth, then walk through National Trust gorge
Cycling
Bridleway passes close by Watersmeet House, other cycling routes in the area. Please do not cycle on the footpaths.
By road
1½ miles in land of Lynmouth. From Barnstaple take the A39 towards Lynton. At Barbrook stay on the A39 now signed Lynmouth, Watersmeet is about 3 miles further along. From Minehead follow A39 through Porlock and into Lynmouth. Turn left in Lynmouth and follow road to Watersmeet.
By ferry
The scale and beauty of the coastline can be well appreciated from the sea. Regular boat trips are available from Lynmouth and Ilfracombe.
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