The Buttery at Malmsmead

A mystical valley surrounded by peaceful walks in the countryside made famous by RD Blackmore.

The Lorna Doone Valley was made famous by RD Blackmore in his famous novel Lorna Doone. Today you can enjoy the extensive walks, bridleways and tea room, or stay longer at the Cloud Farm Campsite where you can sleep underneath the stars in a dark sky reserve. 

Explore the valley and wider area, including Watersmeet and Foreland Point on the miles of waymarked footpaths, by bike or even on horseback. Nothing beats a good hot drink after a great adventure. Our tea and coffee are from fairtrade suppliers and we’ve also got a great range of herbal teas. For a real treat, we do a luxurious hot chocolate and of course, we are also famous for our cream teas – delicious any time of year.


A National trust car park and public toilets can be found at here. The buttery is fully accessible, please enquire about accessible parking, near to the Buttery.

The Buttery, Malmsmead, Lynton, EX35 6NU
01598763402
northdevon@nationatrust.org.uk
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lorna-doone-valley
Open 10.30-5 pm daily (1 April – 31 October)

Spring in the Valley of Rocks

Valley of Rocks.
Photo by Annie Chadeyron. Early April 2022.

Valley of Rocks & Lynmouth

Photos by Martyn Easterbrook.

A tranquil evening in the Valley of Rocks

Rebecca Crush took this timeless photo in the Valley of Rocks three years ago.

A Rock with a View

Vicky Barrett took this photo last Saturday in the Valley of Rocks.

A low tide at Lynmouth

Ray Turner took these photos on a beautiful day in late February at Lynmouth at low tide.

Winter at the Valley of Rocks

Rebecca Crush took this photo in the Valley of Rocks a few years ago when the “Beast from the East” battered the West Country.

Dusk at the Valley of Rocks

Rebecca Crush went for a late afternoon walk at the Valley of Rocks and took these photos for us:

A Walk up to Watersmeet

The Valley of Rocks