Local Attractions

The South West Coast Path offers more than 600 miles of superb coastline. The heritage, wildlife, geology and scenery along the way are truly inspirational and every day walking it brings a new experience. 

Walk 51 miles through the stunning Somerset countryside of the Quantock Hills, the Brendon Hills and Exmoor, a landscape that inspired Coleridge to produce some of his best-known works.

Lists of local walks across Avon and Somerset

Take a nostalgic trip back in time on a steam train through beautiful countryside between Minehead and Bishops Lydeard along a branch line of the old Great Western Railway.

Nestled at the foot of Exmoor, Porlock Weir is not only an idyllic working harbour with stunning coastal vistas, it is also the ideal place to browse a small but varied range of shops and galleries in a unique setting

A charming village nestled in North Exmoor close to the coast and within the National Park.

A pretty Exmoor market village with an array of quaint shops and restaurants overlooked by the magnificent Dunster Castle.

Minehead offers a suberb destination for families seeking a traditional seaside holiday and is the gateway to Exmoor National Park.  It is equally suitable for those who want a relaxing break or an action-packed holiday of walking, cycling, horse riding or extreme sports.

A popular coastal and harbour resort in North Devon

Lynton and Lynmouth offer a unique holiday experience for all. Both villages are situated on the north coast of Devon noted for its high sea cliffs and within the Exmoor National Park noted for its breathtaking natural beauty and unspoilt landscape.

The permanent Tour of Britain Exmoor Cycle Route is a circular route following in the wheel marks of the professionals. It makes a fantastic weekend or a challenging day ride and is the perfect way to explore the best that Exmoor has to offer.