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Un mini-guide de
Lundy island: tips and FAQs
Conseils d'initiés et questions fréquentes
Conseils d'initiés
Conseils pour votre visite
Watch the return time
The Oldenburg sails back at a set time, and on a day trip that decides how far north you can walk. Check the time when you land.
Mind the cliff edges
The Lundy Field Society describes the Montagu Steps as distinctly dangerous; keep to the paths near the western cliffs.
Book stays with the Landmark Trust
All accommodation on Lundy is let by the Landmark Trust. Its website refused our automated check, so we do not list properties: book there directly.
Bring what you need
The island has one shop and one pub, so carry water, waterproofs and food for a long walk.
FAQ
Questions fréquentes
Where is Lundy island?
Lundy island is in Lundy, England. A granite island in the Bristol Channel with three lighthouses, a castle and seabird cliffs. Nearby stops and stations include The jetty, Landing Bay, Winter helicopter.
How long do I need in Lundy island?
A day trip gives a few hours ashore; stay longer to reach the north end. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
Quels sont les points forts ?
Highlights include Old Light, Marisco Castle, St Helen's Church. See the Things to do page for more.
Comment s'y rendre ?
Nearby: The jetty, Landing Bay (MS Oldenburg from Bideford and Ilfracombe); Winter helicopter (Helicopter from Hartland Point). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Où manger et boire ?
We list 1 places to eat and drink in and around Lundy island, with filters to help you choose.
Où dormir ?
We do not list places to stay inside Lundy island. The Where to stay page shows the nearest ones in other Lundy areas, with distances.
Is Lundy island accessible?
L'accessibilité varie selon la rue, le bâtiment et le lieu. Consultez les informations d'accessibilité de chaque site ou opérateur avant de partir.
While you are here
Things to see in Lundy island
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
St Helen's Church
Church completed in 1897 for the island's owner, the Rev. Hudson Grossett Heaven; open to visitors.
North Light
Lighthouse at the northern tip, completed in 1897; the last keepers left in 1976 and it now runs on solar power.
South Light
Working lighthouse of 1897 at the south-east tip, one of the two lights that replaced the Old Light.
Crédits photos
- Marisco Castle: Simon Willison, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- St Helen's Church: Nilfanion, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- North Light: Steve Hodgson from Edinburgh, Scotland, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- South Light: Dickelbers, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Bideford, Appledore & Westward Ho!: Sannse at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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