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Valley of Rocks – View over Lynmouth Beach loop from Martinhoe

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Valley of Rocks – View over Lynmouth Beach loop from Martinhoe

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Valley of Rocks – View over Lynmouth Beach loop from Martinhoe

03:17

36.7km

830m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.81 km for 178 m

After 5.64 km for 216 m

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Parking

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1.11 km

View of the Exmoor Coast from the Tarmac Path

Highlight • Cycleway

The coastal path between Lynton to Martinhoe is fully tarmacked and is a fantastic way to enjoy coastal Exmoor by bike.

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2.46 km

Lee Abbey Tea Rooms

Highlight • Cafe

In season, open between Tuesday and Saturday, 11 til last orders at 3.30. Great for cream teas.

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2.67 km

View of Lee Bay and Crock Point

Highlight • Beach

This is a scenic ride with phenomenal views out to Lee Bay and Crock Point. Lee Abbey is nearby with a café and restrooms.

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2.71 km

Lee Abbey

Highlight • Monument

This building stands proudly on the roadside. It's a grand grade II listed country house called Lee Abbey, a conference centre used by the local Christian community.

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3.89 km

Valley of Rocks

Highlight • Gorge

One of the most incredible natural features of the North Devon coastline, the Valley of Rocks is a dry valley with steep cliffs and sea views. As you walk through …

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5.74 km

View over Lynmouth Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot, you get a wonderful view over Lynmouth Beach surrounded by dramatic sea cliffs. A great place for a photo and to pause for a moment to take in the stunning surroundings.

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6.01 km

Clover Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

The café with a few outdoor seats serves everything from breakfast to dinner (original pizza)

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15.8 km

Flowing Gravel Trail in Exmoor National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

One of the most perfect bits of trail I've found on Exmoor, such a great section of trail. Compact, well drained, easy gradient, making for an enjoyable climb (heading south), …

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36.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.5 km

11.4 km

6.16 km

1.51 km

104 m

Surfaces

15.2 km

12.5 km

7.97 km

1.03 km

Elevation

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Highest point (460 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Thursday 21 May

21°C

12°C

3 %

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Valley of Rocks – View over Lynmouth Beach loop from Martinhoe

View of the Exmoor Coast from the Tarmac Path

Lee Abbey Tea Rooms

View of Lee Bay and Crock Point

Lee Abbey

Valley of Rocks

View over Lynmouth Beach

Clover Cafe

Flowing Gravel Trail in Exmoor National Park

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