Lydford Gorge

Discover ancient woodlands, cascading waterfalls and fascinating rock formations carved out by the River Lyd.

There's plenty to see and do at Lydford Gorge, from walks and wildlife to tasty treats.

Dogs are very welcome at Lydford Gorge. We do ask that they are kept on a lead at all times.

The step count around the gorge may not be massive but it's certainly some of the most interesting and exciting steps you’ll take towards your daily target.

From the end of October part of the gorge is closed for safety and maintenance. Find out what to expect on a winter visit.

Take a break at either of the two tea-rooms at the gorge and treat yourself to a little of what you fancy. After a hike in the gorge you deserve it.

Browse around the shop and plant centre to pick up something special for family, friends or yourself.

Two cranes, weighing in at a combined 107 tonnes, were brought in to remove the dangerous fallen trees that had been perched precariously above the Devil’s Cauldron pothole since they had blown over during the ‘beast from the east’.

There have been blue tits and wood mice making use of the new dormouse nest boxes, and a dormouse sighting - but not in a box.

Lydford Gorge is the deepest river gorge in the South West and the habitats it contains are almost as diverse as the skills needed to look after it.