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21st April 2026

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Exhibition on the history of the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway

National Park Centre, Lynmouth The Pavilion, The Esplanade, EX35 6EQ

Come and find out more about the world famous Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, how it worked and how it’s being restored. We’ll have volunteers on-hand and some special artefacts from the original line so you can learn about the little steam trains and re-live history.  This interactive talk launches our exhibition on the history of the railway running from 6th April to the 21st May 2026 at the Exmoor National Park Centre in Lynmouth. Just drop in. Free admission

Contact phone 01598752509 Contact email NPCLynmouth@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

Postcode Week at the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway

Postcode Week at the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway (Running days between the 18th - 26th of April )
During our service running days between the 18th - 26th of April EX & TA postcode residents are invited to enjoy travel for just £2.00. Plus kids under 14 years travel for free! For just £2.00 sit back and enjoy a relaxing train ride, passengers are entitled to one round trip only. We strongly recommend pre-booking a date and train service to avoid disappointment, however any remaining tickets will be available on the day.
You will need to ensure to bring along proof of residency (a utility bill or similar) or photo ID that includes your address like a drivers license to claim your £2 ride.
Locals Fare
Local (Adult / Young Adult / Student ): £2.00
Local Child: FREE
Local Disabled Passenger: £2.00
Local Carer: Free
Holidaying in the area during this time? You can still enjoy visiting us and travel for the standard fare. Your ticket will be valid all day so you may be able to take part in multiple journeys. Please ensure to select the standard fare option, you will need to select a service time when booking however like mentioned before your ticket is valid for all services that day.
Standard Fare
Adult: £11.50
Child (under 14 years): FREE
Young Adult - (aged 14 - 21)/ Student ( Student ID required) :£8.50
Disabled Passenger: £8.50
Carer: Free
Family - (2 adults and up to 3 student/young adult): £32.00
Postcode Week Running Days: 18th, 19th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 25th and 26th of April
Departure Train Times From Woody Bay Station to Killington Lane:
10.45 – 11.30 – 12.15 – 13.30 – 14.15 – 15.00 – 16.00.
2 mile return journey (approximately 20 minutes)
Tearoom & Station Shop
The Tearoom will be open every running day from 10:00 till 16:00, serving a range of light refreshments including hot & cold drinks, sandwiches, warm pasties and sausage rolls, cakes and cream teas.
Along with our Tearoom our Station Shop will be open with a range of gifts and souvenirs available to purchase.
First Class Upgrade (Available On The Day)
Upgrade on the day and travel in style and comfort in one of our 1st class compartments. You can purchase your upgrade on the day from our Station shop. This will be available on a first come first serve basis and cannot be pre-booked.
£3.50 per person (valid for one return trip)
Contact phone 01598 763487 Contact email enquiries@lynton-rail.co.uk