| Coordinates: | 51.205, -3.952 |
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| OS grid ref: | SS 63 46 |
| Dialling code: | 01598 (Lynton) |
Trentishoe is a tiny, quietly atmospheric parish tucked into the steep combes of North Devon on the edge of Exmoor, not far from the coastal settlements of Lynton and Lynmouth. The landscape is a mix of hedged farmland, wooded valleys and dramatic drops towards the Bristol Channel, with access to coastal walking via the South West Coast Path and a strong sense of remoteness despite being in Devon, England.
Socially and economically it remains largely rural, centred on small-scale farming, holiday accommodation and a handful of traditional stone cottages; tourism and walkers boost the local economy in summer. The parish has a long history visible in its older buildings and field patterns, and retains a close‑knit community feel with limited services, making it a place prized for tranquillity and seclusion rather than bustling village life.
EX31 4PL, EX31 4QB, EX31 4QD, EX31 4PJ, EX31 4PH