The Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

 
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The famous Lynton and Lynmouth funicular Cliff Railway opened in 1890 and is the highest and the steepest totally water powered railway in the world! This historic funicular Cliff Railway connects the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth providing stunning coastal views that will be the highlight of any visit. This working heritage railway is grade II listed, the UK's only fully water powered railway and one of just three examples left in the World!

Perched on the cliff top, and at 500ft above the lower station, is our grade II listed Cliff Top Cafe offering perhaps the best location for a Cream Tea in the Westcountry. With amazing views and great food, it's just what you need before discovering what other secrets Lynton and Lynmouth has to offer.

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Ride the world's highest and steepest
completely water powered railway

 

Car parking

There are public car parks and some street parking in both Lynton and Lynmouth although Lynmouth has significantly less available parking and gets busy during peak seasons. Much better to park in Lynton and use us as the most beautiful park and ride option in the UK to the village of Lynmouth below. Where else in the country can you arrive in that much style?

EX35 6AR (Lynton) Bottom Meadow Car Park

EX35 6HG (Lynton) Cross Street Car Park

EX35 6JH (Lynton) Valley of the Rocks Car Park

EX35 6EP (Lynmouth) Lyndale Car Park

EX35 6EQ (Lynmouth) The Esplanade Car Park

EX35 6EH (Lynmouth) Watersmeet Car Park

Tickets and Travel - Under 4's travel free

The tickets are purchased immediately prior to your trip and are not based upon timetables. Children under 4 years old travel free. Childrens fare for 4-13 years. Tickets are purchased either on the way in before travel at the Lynmouth Station or if travelling from Lynton your ticket will be purchased before you exit at the bottom station. Prices are advertised at the Top and Bottom station and within our Fares page. Ask about our Daily or Weekly unlimited money saving pass if you are staying in the area or want unlimited access for the day.

The secret to avoiding queues - Sssshhh!

The Cliff Railway can be accessed at either the top station in Lynton or the bottom station in Lynmouth. At busy times the bottom station is very popular and queues can occur at peak times. To reduce waiting and avoid queues we recommend access via the top station at Lynton in the afternoon or plan your visit earlier in the morning or towards the end of the day - but don't tell everyone!

All Weather Attraction

We are an all weather attraction for all ages! Muddy walking boots & the dog is welcome too. The Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway operates whatever the weather!

Visitors with Disabilities

Due to the restricted access and the narrow Victorian carriages, wheelchairs will need to be folded. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate mobility scooters or larger wheelchairs. Please be respectful of our drivers, they will offer reasonable assistance but they are not permitted to lift heavy wheelchairs, people or scooters to help facilitate access. The carriages are 540mm wide at the narrowest point. There are also three steps in each carriage and restricted seating at busy times.

For wheelchair users that are unable to transfer to a seat then we can accommodate a return journey on the open platform. This is only available from the bottom Lynmouth station (where level access into the carriage is available) and can be facilitated by riding up on the front platform to the top, staying on the lift and returning back to Lynmouth where you would disembark. For groups and customers with particular requirements or other specific access information please contact us prior to your visit.

Dogs and Guide Dogs

Dogs are always welcome to take their owners for a ride on the Cliff Railway. We do take a small charge for doggy travel (lap dogs occur no charge) and they must be kept on a lead and ride inside the carriage at all times. Guide Dogs are permitted to travel for free. Water for dogs is provided in bowls at the site and we have complimentary dog biscuits too - woof woof.

Group Bookings

We can accomodate advanced bookings and ticket sales for groups. Please contact us for information, group bookings are still subject to queueing.

Pushchairs and Cycles

Due to the narrow Victorian carriages we ask that pushchairs are folded, and if folded these are free. If pushchairs are unfolded for travel on the railway a small charge is made for their transport. Pushchairs can be left and stored if required. Cycles are permitted but we do make a charge for their transport.

Public Toilets

The Victorians didn't provide us with on site Public toilets. The closest are situated in Bottom Meadow Car Park and by the Town Hall in Lynton and The Memorial Hall and Lyndale Car Park in Lynmouth and also opposite the cricket field at the Valley of Rocks. The Cliff Top Cafe does have a WC for Cafe customers.

WiFi

There is free and open access WiFi at the top and bottom stations and the Cliff Top Cafe. Please follow us on FACEBOOK, TWITTER , YOUTUBE or INSTAGRAM and share your experience and photos with us!

 

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