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Exmoor National Park

267 square miles of open moorland, ancient wooded valleys, and breathtaking coastal scenery await your discovery.

Natural Beauty

A landscape like no other


There is plenty to see and do in the Exmoor National Park. The scenery is breathtaking with such a diversity of views — from open moorland vivid with purple heather in summer, to ancient wooded oak valleys and arable farmland with historic beech hedges.

Ancient woodland near Dunster, Exmoor
01 — Landscapes

Moorland and Valleys

Hilltops provide stunning views on fine days, and the sheltered valleys protect from the elements in less clement weather. The diversity of Exmoor’s landscape means there’s always somewhere perfect to explore, whatever the season.

From the dramatic coastal cliffs to the peaceful inland combes, every corner of Exmoor reveals something new and wonderful.

The South West Coast Path on the Exmoor coastline
02 — Coastal Path

South West Coast Path

Hundreds of miles of tracks, bridleways and country roads will enable you to explore all the delights that Exmoor has to offer. National routes include the South West Coast Path and the Macmillan Way.

The Exmoor National Park visitor centre is conveniently located in Dunster, providing maps, guides, and expert advice for your adventures.

Discover

Picturesque Villages


There are so many picturesque villages to discover — from Selworthy with its distinctive white-washed church, to Allerford with its old pack horse bridge. Each village has its own unique character and charm.

267
Square Miles
34
Miles of Coast
600+
Miles of Paths
Exmoor ponies grazing on open moorland
03 — Wildlife

Exmoor Ponies

Exmoor is home to the iconic Exmoor ponies — a rare native breed that has roamed these moors for thousands of years. The park also supports England’s largest wild red deer population.

Keep your eyes open for buzzards soaring overhead, and in the rivers you might spot otters and salmon.

The beach and coastline at Minehead, near Dunster
04 — Coast

Dramatic Coastline

Exmoor’s coastline features some of England’s highest sea cliffs, with stunning views across the Bristol Channel to Wales. The coastal path offers breathtaking walks with ever-changing scenery.

Visit charming harbours like Porlock Weir and Lynmouth, where the moor meets the sea.

Ready to Explore Exmoor?

Stay in Dunster — the perfect base for exploring everything Exmoor has to offer.