Exmoor National Park, Visitor & Tourism Guide
In north Devon and mostly west Somerset stretching out along the coast overlooking the Bristol Channel and moving inland onto high moorland.
Exmoor takes in the Brendon Hills to the east of the Park and and the Vale of Porlock by the north coast. The landscape is a mix of open moorland and cliffs, coves and steep wooded valleys.
Established in 1954. About 70% of the Park is in Somerset and 30% in Devon. Like Dartmoor National Park, once a Royal Forest and hunting ground.
At 1,700ft (520m), its highest point is Dunkery Beacon. The views to Dartmoor National Park in the south and across the Bristol Channel to south Wales are exceptional.
If you're heading in from the east, take some time to explore [L
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www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk
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Located in Wheddon Cross, Somerset, South West England, England Approximately 4.1 miles away. The highest point in Exmoor National Park. In the west of Somerset and 1705ft (520m) above sea level. Spectacular panoramic veiws including Wales. 'Erected in September 1935 to commemorate the handing over to The Nationa... |
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Located in Malmsmead, Devon, South West England, England Approximately 4.7 miles away. Area in Exmoor National Park made famous by R.D.Blackmore's 'Lorna Doone: A Romance of Exmoor'. Easily accessible from County Gate on the A39 between Porlock and Lynmouth. From the information board at County Gate: 'From... |
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Located in Porlock Hill, Somerset, South West England, England Approximately 4.8 miles away. One of the few remaining AA boxes left in the UK. A Grade II listed building... |
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 Approximately 7.5 miles away. Rates: £511 - £1,178 Per Week Set in the seclusion and tranquillity of Exmoor National Park's sumptuous countryside this spacious and comfortable traditional farmhouse lies just 1½ miles from good shopping pubs and plentiful restaurants in t... |
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Approximately 7.5 miles away. Rates: £289 - £650 Per Week This charming cottage set in a pretty garden near deer grazing parkland enjoys private trout and salmon fishing and a superb location from which to explore the splendours of Exmoor and glorious beaches of the north Devon... |
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 Approximately 8.3 miles away. Total Rooms: 13; Rates: £60 - £140 Per Night The Lion Hotel is in the heart of Dulverton, the headquarters of the Exmoor National Park The hotel offers customers a warm and friendly welcome, where you can relax and unwind... |
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Approximately 10.4 miles away. |
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Approximately 12.4 miles away. |
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Approximately 16.2 miles away. |
