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The Top 10 Gorges in Devon

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 10 to choose from in Devon. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Devon.

Devil's Cauldron, Lydford Gorge

Sharp Tor (Teign Gorge)

Pinhay Warren Coastal View

Bench Tor

Holloway Lane Bridleway

Narrow Rocky Lane

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Valley of Rocks
Hiking Highlight
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 …
Tip by Kit P
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Glen Lyn Gorge
Hiking Highlight
Most of the pictures here do NOT show the Gorge!!!!

The entrance to it is clearly signposted and is exactly where you can see the water fountain. You pay 10 …
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Tip by Christine🔹
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Lydford Gorge
Hiking Highlight
Lydford Gorge, managed by the National Trust, is the deepest gorge in the South West and boasts a spectacular 100-foot (30 m) waterfall. Be aware that this has opening times …
Tip by Dan Hobson
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Watersmeet Valley
Hiking Highlight
The Watersmeet Valley is an area of beautiful riverside woodland. It is a wonderful example of the rocky flowing rivers of Exmoor and easily accessible being so close to Lynmouth. …
Tip by Natalie
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Devil's Cauldron, Lydford Gorge
Hiking Highlight
Fantastic to see and hear. The wild roar of the water. The environment is mysterious and the vegetation adds to it. You should definitely experience this.
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Tip by Dominiek Van Dooren
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Sharp Tor (Teign Gorge)
Hiking Highlight
Hike along the banks of the River Teign and you will see impressive crags erupting vertically out of the gorge. Once climbed, these crags boast exceptional views of the Teign …
Tip by Dan Hobson
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Pinhay Warren Coastal View
Hiking Highlight
Newly created Pinhay Warren path with great views
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Tip by Blondie
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Bench Tor
Hiking Highlight
Bench Tor is a beautiful tor above the wooded Dart Gorge. The outcrop stands proud on a spur that overlooks the valley and it provides magnificent views on a clear …
Tip by Alex Foxfield
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Holloway Lane Bridleway
Mountain Biking Highlight (Segment)
Holloway Lane - the clue is kinda in the name. Well, it's certainly more singletrack than lane (it's actually a bridleway), but runs down through a deep hollow. In the …
Tip by Katherine Moore
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Narrow Rocky Lane
Cycling Highlight (Segment)
Fun on a gravel bike in either direction. Would avoid going down in the wet. Some bare slate sections.
Tip by Stuart
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