Lovely nostalgic steam train journey. Run by volunteers who do a brilliant job. Be aware that it’s quite a short journey (2 miles in total and about 30 mins) so relatively expensive at £9/adult ticket. Various concessions though especially for children. We felt we should patronise the cafe but we’re very disappointed. Really overpriced unexciting food. We had two pieces of shortbread and two mugs of tea (don’t do pots) and it was £13! £3.50 for a tea bag in a mug is a little excessive! Cakes were nearly £4 and nothing looked very appealing. Suggest you go into Parracombe or Lynton/Lynmouth for something lush to eat! Hopefully, the cafè costs are subsidising the railway in which case I don’t mind quite as much!

Very friendly, beautifully maintained railway. The volunteers readily chat and answer questions. The cafe is also pristine and when we arrived after lunch, pasties, cakes and cream teas were available. An enjoyable visit.

As members of an 18-strong Rail Discoveries Group, my wife and myself had the pleasure of travelling on Lynton & Barnstable Railway yesterday afternoon. Not sure why it is called the Lynton & Barnstable Railway as the relatively short service operates between Woody Bay & Killington Lane Stations butI’m sure that there is a very good reason? In addition, to the train service itself I was most impressed by all the Volunteers who went out of their wa to be accommodating as well as all the other facilities (including the Cafe at Woody Lane). All in all, a most enjoyable experience - one that will continue to be enjoyed by many more patrons in years to come.

Lovely little trip through pretty Devon landscape. Journey is short just one mile long but the tickets covers you for the return. Worth paying extra for the first class ticket to sit on a more comfortable seat rather than the wooden seats. Friendly staff and the chocolate cake in the tea room is delicious!

We had a great train ride on the steam train. Visited the cafe which served a great cup of tea and a really nice cake. The old carriages were comfortable and the country side was amazing

Pleasant trip on this charming restored railway line. It’s a very short trip with lovely views. Staff all very friendly and welcoming. Did not eat at café but everything looked clean. We upgraded to first class and had beautiful blue velvet padded seats which were very comfy. There are plans to restore more of the line but it will cost a fortune. Hope our purchases in the gift shop might help a little.

You park in the carpark then walk down to the ticket office to buy tickets. Small shop here too and a cafe. Then you get on the train. I did notice that dogs seemed to be allowed on, even very jumpy, very loud ones. Luckily none in our carriage. You then go on a 6 minute train ride past fields of sheep, nice views, stop for 10 mins (you can get out for a look about or stay on). Then you go back again 6 minutes. I found it very relaxing and the short trip is perfect for children

We went on the August Bank Holiday but it wasn't too busy. The train is wonderful, the dedicated staff are very friendly and knowledgable, and the whole operation is a delight. We went twice: once in First Class, then repeated the trip on the wooden benches in Third Class. It's only a short train trip, but well worth it. The cafe is also worth a visit. Heartily recommended.

Visited in early September, 2024. The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway is a credit to all those who work there! The station, locos and coaches are immaculate and all the staff are very friendly and helpful. Lovely cafe and very nice food. Although it only a short journey, the views from the train of the Severn estuary are amazing. Hope they are successful in extending the line. Being a volunteer at another heritage railway I know what a mammoth task it is!

Thoroughly enjoyed this little nostalgic trip with 2 dogs. The station is really well maintained as are the trains/carriages. It’s only just over 10 minutes each way and the scenery is beautiful. Staff were great, tea room is lovely serving hot and cold items such as sandwiches and pasties. The shop is nice to have a browse too! You can ride as many times as you like with your ticket and can return within 28 days. Highly recommend.