Lynmouth Harbour
United Kingdom
We will show you the histories and stories of the Harbour, before and after the flood, including why the Rhenish Tower is there.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Lynmouth Harbour, a picturesque and historic gateway where the East and West Lyn rivers meet the Bristol Channel. This harbor is tucked beneath the towering cliffs of North Devon, protected by the natural geography of…
Listen in the app2The Rhenish Tower and Salt Water Baths
The Rhenish Tower is the most recognizable feature of Lynmouth Harbour. Built around 1832, its original purpose was somewhat unusual: in the 1850s, a local man known as 'General Rawdon' adapted the tower to provide salt water for…
Listen in the app3The 1952 Flood and Memorial Garden
On August 15, 1952, Lynmouth Harbour was the scene of one of England's worst natural disasters. After a day of torrential rain on Exmoor, the East and West Lyn rivers became choked with debris, forming a natural dam. …
Listen in the app4The Rising Sun and Smuggling History
The 'Rising Sun' pub and hotel is one of the few buildings near the harbor that survived the 1952 flood. This charming thatched cottage dates back to the 14th century and has a long and colorful history. …
Listen in the app5Fishing Heritage: Lobsters and Crabs
While tourism is now the primary industry, Lynmouth remains a working harbor. If you walk along the quayside, you will likely see lobster pots and crab nets stacked neatly against the stone walls. …
Listen in the app6The Walker Statue and National Trails
Along the esplanade near the harbor stands a striking sculpture called 'The Walker,' unveiled in 2017. Created by Richard Graham, it marks the point where four of England's most significant national trails meet: the South West…
Listen in the app7Tidal Dynamics and the Bristol Channel
The behavior of the sea at Lynmouth is a constant source of fascination. The Bristol Channel has one of the largest tidal ranges in the world, second only to the Bay of Fundy. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our tour of Lynmouth Harbour, we leave with a deeper appreciation for this 'half-protected' sanctuary between the cliffs and the sea. We have seen the Rhenish Tower as a beacon of both health and safety, and we…
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What is Lynmouth Harbour?
Lynmouth Harbour is a place in United Kingdom with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 51.2314, -3.8312 |
| Last updated |