England's 'Little Switzerland' - on the northern edge of the west country peninsula; This part of Exmoor is an area of incomparable beauty. Sweeping braken clad coombes (valleys) nestle between stunning heather topped hills and spectacular cliffs. Rivers and tumbling waterfalls wind their way through deeply wooded valleys to the sea, creating an outstandingly magnificent and charming countryside, which the Victorians refered to as the Little Switzerland of England.

Set amidst this spetacular scenery is Lynton, a bright airy Victorian village with a selection of shops, tea-room and cafes. A unique water operated cliff railway dating back to 1890 joins the village of Lynton to its sister village of Lynmouth, 600ft below.

Lynmouth

Lynmouth is a the pretty harbour that nestles quietly beneath the cliffs providing the traveller with a romantic escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. It is an ideal retreat where you can wander through the quaint fishing cottages that tumble down the street towards the quay and the distinctive Rhenish Tower.

Valley of the Rocks

The remarkable Valley of the Rocks is 1.6km from Lynton. This spectacular 'dry valley' is unlike another combe on the north coast. The valley which was probably created during the Ice Age has spectacular weathered rock formations with names such as ' The Devil's Cheesering', Castle Rocks' and 'Ragged Jack'. The picturesque rocks in the valley have there own population of wild goats, who can be seen scrambling amongst the rocky outcrops .

There are several enchanting bays that lead westward from the Valley of Rocks offering peaceful and secluded sandy retreats for walkers travelling the coastal paths.