Lydford Gorge
Natural Feature
Lydford Gorge
Lydford
Devon
EX20 4BH
Tel: 01822 820441
This lush oak-wooded steep-sided river gorge, the deepest in the South West; with its natural beauty, fascinating history and many legends, can be explored through a variety of exhilarating short or long walks. Around every corner the river Lyd plunges, tumbles, swirls and gently meanders as it travels through the gorge. Throughout the seasons there's an abundance of wildlife and plants to see from woodland birds to wild garlic (you can smell it too) in the Spring and fungi in the Autumn.
Note: Strenuous walking, rugged terrain, vertical drops. Unsuitable for visitors with heart complaints or walking difficulties.
Have a look at the Dartmoor blog at http://dartmoor-nationaltrust.blogspot.com
Awards
- Visit Britain
Code of Practice 2011
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Dartmoor First 2009
Opening Times
| Open All Year |
|---|
| Lydford Gorge (13/03/2012 - 31/10/2012) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Friday | 11:00 | 15:30 |
| Saturday | 11:00 | 15:30 |
| Sunday | 11:00 | 15:30 |
* Open 7 days a week and Bank Holidays 1000 to 1700 (1600 in October).
Open Saturday & Sunday only in low season from 7th November to 20th December from 1100 to 1530.
Short walk to the White Lady Waterfall is open everyday of the year.
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Entrance | £3.10 per ticket |
| Entrance | £6.10 per ticket |
| Entrance | £15.20 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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