Lydford Gorge

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The deepest gorge in the South West, with spectacular 30m waterfall

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Apples turning red on tree in orchard

Help bring in the harvest of apples at the gorge 

The orchard has seen some sunshine and some rain this year, the apples are growing and some are turning glorious crimson colours. The ones that have not been eaten by the birds that is; but who could grudge them a share in the harvest. Come along to our Apple Day to help press them into tasty juice.

Suspension bridge in autumn with golden brown leaves on trees

Soak up the changing autumn colours at the gorge 

Lace up your boots to explore the three mile circular gorge walk before the Devil’s Cauldron and river path are shut for the winter.

Pathway through gorge surrounded by autumn colour

Catch a falling leaf, go bird watching and more 

Lydford Gorge is a great place to tick off lots of ’50 things’ activities.

Lady on tramper mobility scooter at Whitelady Waterfall

The Tramper at Lydford Gorge 

A tramper can be hired to access the Whitelady waterfall and the bird hide on the old railway track as part of Countryside Mobility South West

Woman walking dogs across footbridge

Keeping you and your dog safe at the gorge 

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

Sunlight glistening through the tree canopy

Things to see and do at Lydford Gorge 

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

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History

The Whitelady Waterfall, Lydford Gorge, Devon

The formation of the Whitelady Waterfall 

Whitelady Waterfall is an outstanding sight to behold

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What's on

Upcoming events

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Apple day

Sat 07 Oct 2017
11:00-15:00
Come along to help us press the apples from the orchard, your efforts will be rewarded with a taste of the juice. Enter the longest peel competition, no prizes just glory, and learn about how to turn juice into cider.

Hallowe'en Trail

Sat 21 Oct 2017
10:00-15:30
Creep through witch's wood following the spooky trail to see what scary myths and ghastly legends you can uncover to gain your prize.

Torchlit walk

Fri 27 Oct 2017
17:30-18:30
Light your way to Whitelady waterfall with a flaming torch, enjoy music from the choir as the night descends then head back to warm up with a hot chocolate and toast marshmallows over the fire.

Spooky day

Sun 29 Oct 2017
11:00-15:00
Get into the spirit of Hallowe'en. Make your very own broomstick, fashion yourself a spider familiar and take home a magic wand. Join in the potions class to brew up some strange concoctions.

Winter Fayre

Sun 03 Dec 2017
11:00-15:00
Pick up a Dartmoor Christmas tree and do some Christmas shopping supporting local craft and food producers.

Build a bird box

Sat 10 Feb 2018
13:00-15:00
Come along to Lydford Gorge to make your own bird box, materials and guidance provided by our ranger team.
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Eating and shopping

Cream teas and walking boots

Devon cream tea

Food and drink at Lydford Gorge 

Treat yourself after walking the gorge

Retail therapy

Lydford Gorge shop 

Browse around the shop and plant centre and pick up something special for family, friends or yourself. The range of outdoor clothing comes in useful when caught out by the Devon weather.

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