She's the type of woman any 17th-century man could fall in love with. Indeed, R.D. Blackmore's heroine has been wildly popular since Lorna Doone: A Romance of Exmoor was published in 1869.

Dramatized screen adaptation of R. D. Blackmore’s classic novel. Set in 17th century England, this series tells the harrowing tale of John Ridd and Lorna Doone’s love story.

In the village itself is Lorna Doone Farm, and nearby Oare House and Oare Church, where R D Blackmore's grandfather was once rector. This picturesque walk passes the Blackmore Memorial and follows ...

Volunteers at the Dulverton Heritage Centre are working on the creation of next year’s exhibition that will celebrate the 150 anniversary of the publication of Lorna Doone by R.D. Blackmore.