East Lyn River

Geobox River
name = East Lyn River
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country = England
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source_location = Malmsmead
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The East Lyn is a river which rises high in Exmoor, Somerset.

History

The Lynmouth Disaster occurred on the East Lyn river.

Watercourse

The river starts as the "Upper East Lyn" at "Malmsmead" (formed by two minor tributaries, the "Oare Water" and "Badgeworthy Water") it then flows for several miles, past Brendon and makes confluence with Hoar Oak Water at "Watersmeet", where Watersmeet House is located. Continuing on, the river is squeezed between a narrow gorge section, upon exit follows on for another 2.5 miles (4 kilometres) until the river meets with the West Lyn River and flows into the Bristol Channel at Lynmouth.

Recreation

Angling

Angling interests especially in the summer are targeted towards the salmon which migrate up the river to spawn.

Walking

It is popular for walkers with the Two Moors Way near to much of the river.

Whitewater kayaking

Whitewater kayakers frequently run this river in the winter when seeking a challenging Grade 4 paddle.

External links

* [http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-watersmeethouse/w-watersmeet-history_archaeology.htm National Trust website] on the East Lyn river