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White Lady waterfall at Lydford Gorge
© NTPL / David Noton
Lydford Gorge
The Stables, Lydford Gorge, Lydford, nr Okehampton, Devon EX20 4BH
Telephone: 01822 820320
Countryside  Shop  Refreshments  Tours  Picnics  Events  Walking  1947 
The deepest gorge in the South West, with spectacular 30m waterfall
  • Woodland trails through a deep-cut ravine alongside the river Lyd
  • Thunderous 30-metre Whitelady waterfall
  • 'Walk the plank' over the Devil's Cauldron whirlpools
  • Lush oak woodland with abundant wildlife and wild flowers
Points to noteWalking in the gorge is strenuous. It is extremely rugged, with uneven surfaces, slippery paths and vertical drops. Walking boots are essential. It is vital that children are supervised at all times. Unsuitable for visitors with heart complaints or walking difficulties and very young children

Opening arrangements
Gorge/shop/tea-room
 15 Feb–14 Mar 08  11–3:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Fr Sa Su
 15 Mar–5 Oct 08  10–5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
 6 Oct–2 Nov 08  10–4 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
Gorge/shop
 3 Nov–28 Dec 08  11–3:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Fr Sa Su
Tea-room
 3 Nov–28 Dec 08  11–3:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su
Gorge (waterfall entrance only)
 29 Dec–31 Jan 09  11–3:30 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
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Please tel. for details of winter opening. Last admission 30mins before closing

Contact details

01822 820320
01822 820441 (shop)
01822 822004 (tea-room)
Fax: 01822 822000
Emaillydfordgorge@nationaltrust.org.uk


Admission prices

Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £5.40 (£4.85), child £2.70 (£2.40), family £13.50 (£12.15), family (1 adult) £8.10 (£7.25). Groups (£4.60), child (£2.30). Reduced rate when arriving by cycle or public transport
Trust properties nearby
  • Buckland Abbey
  • Castle Drogo
  • Cotehele
  • Finch Foundry
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