South View - Guest House and Hotel in Lynton, Devon

Wild Curl lists local events and interesting things to see and do.

The Lynton and Lynmouth (LLAMA) Music Festival happens in June, this year the 12th, 13th and 14th, it is free and is a fantastic weekend of music of many varieties. The venues over the weekend are also varied from music on the foreshore in Lynmouth to more intimate concerts in the Church in Lynton. The two villages are alive with music and entertainment for the whole weekend, the atmosphere is lovely. For more information visit the website

www.llama.org.uk

The BIG Sheep - North Devon's premier all weather attraction

Situated on the North Devon coast just off the A39 Atlantic Highway two miles west of Bideford, The Big Sheep is a superb family attraction. Offering all weather attractions for all ages, it'll be the best day of your holiday baa none!

http://www.thebigsheep.co.uk

The Lynton to Barnstaple Steam Railway

The line was closed in 1935 - and is now being rebuilt.  A one mile section has now been reopened allowing visitors to travel by train along the original ‘L&B Railway’ route above the Heddon Valley near Parracombe in South West England’s Exmoor National Park.  As well as a regular train service throughout the summer, there are special events listed on the web site

www.lynton-rail.co.uk

Lynton Cinema

Lynton cinema is charming, cosy and comfortable. Added to which it has all the latest films with a weekly changing programme. it is equiped with the latest sound and projection equipment, including a loop for those with hearing difficulties, but still somehow manages to preserve an old age charm. Well worth a visit.

www.lyntoncinema.co.uk

Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway

This has got to be the best and most exciting way to travel between the two villages. The Victorian water powered  railway with its 862 feet of track connects the two communities and gives fantastic views from the carriage as you travel up and down the cliff. For more information see the website

www.cliffrailwaylynton.co.uk

The National Trust

There are various National trust attractions locally, beautiful areas to walk such as Watersmeet, Bideford Bay and Hartland, Lundy Island and of course Exmoor itself. There are Houses and gardens  to visit such as Arlington Court and Knightshayes Court,  For more information visit

www.nationaltrust.org.uk

RHS Rosemoor

The Royal Society of Horticulture gardens at Rosemoor are full of the most spectacular plants as well as great practical ideas to stock your own veg and flower patch at home.

www.rhs.org.uk

The Lyn Valley Art and Craft Society

Almost on our doorstep a treasure house of Art and Crafts produced by local artisits and craft workers. You are sure to be able to find gifts to take home and probably make a start on your Christmas shopping! 

www.lynvalleyartandcrafts.co.uk