Lydford Castle and Saxon Town
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Overview
Standing above the gorge of the River Lyd, this tower, dating back to the 12th-century, was notorious as a prison. The earthworks of the original Norman fort lie to the south.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open at any reasonable time during daylight hours
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
About the area
Devon sums up all that is best about the British landscape, with its magnificent coastlines, two historic cities, the world-famous Dartmoor National Park and south Devon’s glorious English Riviera. A fashionable and much-loved holiday destination, hiking and cycling in the National Parks is extremely popular among visitors, with a great choice of off-road routes.
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