Lydford Gorge

Lydford Gorge is the deepest gorge in the south west of England, with the White Lady waterfall tumbling 30m (90ft). It's been voted the No. 1 most romantic spot in Devon and Cornwall. Ledgend says anyone who falls into the Lyd who sees a woman in white with long flowing tresses standing in the waterfall will not drown!



The main attraction of this National Trust property is its grounds and a spectacular walk that takes you through woodland trails to the famous While Lady waterfall, then follws a deep-cut ravine alongside the river Lyd. You'll need proper footware - it's narrow in places and can be slippery. The path takes you to the Devil's Cauldron - a shorter but still powerfull waterfall that has cut itself a cauldron shape cavern in the rock. You can go to a viewing platform along a walk way. Young children are not supposed to do this bit!


You can take your dog to Lydford Gorge, but an infirm or elderly pet might struggle with the narrow slippery paths.

Lydford Gorge is about 21 miles from Wheatland Farm, on the north western edge of Dartmoor. You could easily spend a day here, or combine a visit with other Dartmoor attractions - click on Dartmoor in the label list for ideas.


Lydford Gorge often has events, particularly for children - check out our diary pages for details..

Devon EX20 4BH
Telephone: 01822 820320

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