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Lynmouth Beach is located along a straight section of coastline, backed by spectacular wooded hills and served by a unique cliff railway from Lynton. The beach is predominantly used by tourists and fishermen, and is approximately 460-500 metres wide. The West Lyn River flows into the sea to the west of the beach, while the East and West Lyn rivers meet at Lynmouth and flow across the rocky beach.
Lynmouth Beach is a shingle beach, divided by the mouth of the River Lyn, which also forms a small harbour. The beach is surrounded by spectacular high cliffs, hills, and woodlands, making it a popular spot for walkers and those seeking stunning views. Given the right conditions, Lynmouth is known as one of the best surf spots in Devon, although this occurs only a few times a year. The beach is also used for fishing, and at low tide, there are some good rockpools to explore.
During the summer season, deckchairs can be hired on the beach, and there are plenty of parking options, including disabled parking, along the esplanade just above the beach. The surrounding area offers a range of amenities, including a gift shop, a fish bar, and public toilets. Visitors can also take a ride on the Lynton Cliff Railway, which takes them up the side of a cliff into the town of Lynton. The town offers many more shops, pubs, and restaurants to explore.
Lynmouth is enclosed by a National Park, referred to as 'The little Switzerland of England', making it an idyllic location for a walk to enjoy the unspoilt scenery. There are two beaches in the area: Lynmouth West Beach, a charming harbour and shingle beach, and Lynmouth East beach, also known as Blacklands beach, which can be reached by crossing over the Lyn River towards Countisbury Hill. The Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway, a unique water-operated cliff railway dating back to 1890, is worth a visit, being the highest and steepest water-powered railway in the world.
Lynmouth Beach is on the Exmoor Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
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| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 68% |
| Max temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 23mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | 34% |
| Min temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 9°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
The tide at Lynmouth Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 12:30 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 7:40 PM.
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Food available
Toilets
Shops
Slipway
Approximately 192 car parking spaces (including disabled spaces) are available for a charge.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
just over a mile west as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 9 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 9 miles west as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 13 miles west as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 13 miles west as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 16 miles east as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 16 miles east as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 17 miles west as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 17 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 17 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 17 miles east as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 17 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 129 miles by road.
around 18 miles east as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 18 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 129 miles by road.
around 18 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 130 miles by road.
around 18 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 134 miles by road.
around 18 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 131 miles by road.
around 18 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 130 miles by road.
Location: Lynmouth
Location type: Town
OS Grid: SS725497
Coordinates: 51°13'56"N 3°49'38"W
Mapcode: GBR L1.2Q5R
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Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Devon
Country: England
Local Authority: North Devon
Parish: Lynton and Lynmouth
Nearest postcode: EX35 6EN
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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