Summer fun
Lydford Gorge is a temperate rainforest, a habitat that is globally rare. Nearly every surface is covered with plants, moss, lichen, and liverworts. As the River Lyd and Whitelady Waterfall crash through the gorge they release moisture into the air and help to keep it lush and green. While on a walk, look out for chalkboards to learn about some of the flora and fauna in the gorge, plus try out the fun activities.
The orchard meadow at the Devil’s Cauldron entrance has space to explore and plenty of room for picnics.
Stop by the second-hand bookshop and leave us a thought or a drawing on our Comment Tree.
Lydford Gorge A to Z Challenge
Running daily 10am-4.30pm, until Sunday 13 July.
Pick up a free trail sheet from visitor welcome before you head off on your walk. Then see if you can spot something that begins with every letter of the alphabet, you may need to get creative. There are some other challenges to have a go at on your way too.
Choose your own adventure trail
Thursday 17 July to Sunday 7 September, running every day between 10am and 4pm.
Free event (admission applies), booking not needed. Pick up a trail sheet from the visitor welcome team.
Follow the trail around the orchard, answering questions and playing games, to follow your own path on this temperate rainforest adventure.
Please note there's some rough ground and slopes, sorry it's not buggy friendly, dogs on leads are welcome.