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Valley of Rocks – Lee Abbey loop from Lynton

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Valley of Rocks – Lee Abbey loop from Lynton

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Valley of Rocks – Lee Abbey loop from Lynton

01:11

13.9km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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: April 2, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 38 m for 96 m

After 3.31 km for 178 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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86 m

Mother Meldrum's Tea Gardens & Restaurant

Highlight • Viewpoint

food is a little bit pricey at mother meldrums, but very tasty and amazing views of the valley of the rocks, be aware no toilet on site so use the …

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1.51 km

Kensington Steak Restaurant

Highlight • Restaurant

Super Restaurant

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3.40 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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12.2 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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12.4 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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12.5 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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13.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.01 km

4.42 km

1.41 km

1.02 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.50 km

2.82 km

1.42 km

1.25 km

904 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Friday 29 May

19°C

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Valley of Rocks – Lee Abbey loop from Lynton

Mother Meldrum's Tea Gardens & Restaurant

Kensington Steak Restaurant

Valley of Rocks

Lee Abbey Tea Rooms

View of Lee Bay and Crock Point

Lee Abbey

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