Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway 2025

The famous funicular railway opened in 1890 and is the highest and the steepest totally water-powered railway in the world!

Contacts

Operator: Lynmouth & Lynton Lift Co.

Address: Bottom Station The Esplanade Lynmouth Devon EX35 6EQ

  • Telephone: 01598 753 486
  • Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
  • Website: View website

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Open Days & Times

Daily 15 Feb-7 Nov. From 1100 closing time will vary through the season. Visit website or facebook for more details.

Facilities

  • Refreshments
  • Souvenir Shop
  • Part disabled access

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It 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, and one of just three examples left in the World!

With 862ft of steep track and an elevation of 500ft the railway provides a memorable experience for all that visit it, as you ride back in time.

England's little Switzerland.

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