River Axe
River Cary
River Avon
Dunster A gateway to Exmoor and one of the most visited villages in Somerset, with a good selection of restaurants, tearooms, pubs and hotels and over 200 historical buildings, including the 11th century Dunster Castle and the Old Yarn Market. Dunster has events in and around the village throughout the summer and autumn. Te Exmoor Visitor Centre, situated at the entrance to the village, has the dates for all events and information on Exmoor.
For a comfortable place to stay or have a great meal, the friendly family-run 3 Star YARN MARKET HOTEL is located in the village near the Yarn Market. Group bookings and Pets are welcome, and there are special facilities for walkers and cyclists. Please enquire about ‘special interest’ breaks.
Allerford
Tis village has the much photographed Packhorse Bridge and Allerford House, welcoming visitors.
Winsford Southern Exmoor’s prettiest village, the green and its eight bridges span both the River Exe and the Winn Brook. Te packhorse bridge is the starting point for moorland walks taking in the local flora and fauna. At nearby Winsford Hill, a herd of Exmoor ponies roam freely near bronze age burial sites and the standing ‘Caractacus’ stone. Te huge Punchbowl is the southernmost geological formation from the last ice age, and the ancient clapper bridge at Tarr Steps on the Barle River is another rarity.
Withypool
Overlooks the Barle Valley and the heathland of Withypool Common. To the south is Withypool Hill (1306 feet) with superb views from the summit, on its south side is a Bronze Age stone circle.
•Williton •Watchet
•East Quantoxhead •West Quantoxhead THE QUANTOCKS Bridgewater
CHEW VALLEY LAKE
Weston-super-Mare •Brean •Berrow Burnham-on-Sea •Brent Knoll •Highbridge MENDIPS THE
Simonsbath Part of the former Royal Forest of Exmoor. It is a popular starting point for walks along the River Barle, the meadow is a good place for picnics. Te Sawmill can be visited on certain days during the summer and the Exmoor Forest Inn is highly acclaimed.
Welcome to the family run inn dedicated to providing a warm,
friendly atmosphere, hearty food and
drink, THE EXMOOR FOREST INN. In the heart of the Exmoor National Park, ideally situated for nearby walking, the Two Moors Way, and enjoying the beautiful surrounding locale. A visit to Exmoor may also afford opportunities for popular activities such as riding, cycling, fishing and shooting. Whether you are staying for one night, or longer, you’re likely to leave feeling relaxed, refreshed and well-fed.
Exford
Tis attractive village has a green surrounded with gift shops and good inns. It was also home to a famous explorer.
Williton Locale of West Somerset’s Council and the family attraction Tropiquaria Zoo. Also nearby is the Bakelite Museum, exhibiting artefacts.
YARNMARKETHOTEL Dunster
ExmoorNational Park TA24 6SF
01643 821425
hotel@yarnmarket.co.uk www.yarnmarkethotel.co.uk
Dulverton Headquarters of the Exmoor National Park Authority, the town’s artists, craftsmen and glassmakers exhibit their creations locally and there are many amenities including a gun and fishing tackle outlet. Being situated between the rivers Barle and Exe ensures there is good trout and salmon fishing. Te area has many medieval bridges, the remains of Oldberry Castle and Mounsey Castle, Briggins Moor, Iron Age hillforts, and an abundance of flora and fauna.
• Delicious freshly preparedmeals • Local and guest cask ales • A warmwelcome • Family & dog friendly • Party bookings invited
Exmoor Forest Inn, Simonsbath, Somerset, TA24 7SH
Tel: 01643 831341
info@exmoorforestinn.co.uk www.exmoorforestinn.co.uk
Attractions include:
Guildhall Heritage & Arts Centre - with free admission.
Carnival - family fun on the first Saturday of October.
River Barle - with the beauty spot Tarr Steps.
Portishead
BRISTOL Clevedon
WHAT’S ON 2018 2 June Paw Patrol Skye & Rubble West Somerset Railway 3 June Classic Car Run West Somerset Railway 8–10 June Diesel Gala and Rail Ale Trail West Somerset Railway 9 June Civil War Weekend Dunster Castle 16 June Portishead Carnival 23–24 June Weston Air Festival & Armed Forces Day Weston-super-Mare 22 June – 2 July Brean Country Music Festival Brean, Burnham-on-sea 29 June – 1 July Summer Singing Weekend Yarn Market Hotel, Dunster 30 June Somerset Cider Festival Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare 1 July Grand Pier Hoedown Weston-super-Mare 6–9 July Summer Jazz Yarn Market Hotel, Dunster 8 July Portishead Raft Race 14 July Willy Wonka’s Summer Ball Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare 15–22 July Painting Holiday in Exmoor Yarn Market Hotel, Dunster 21 July Grand Pier KidsFest Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare 26 July Dunster Country Fair Dunster Castle Lawns 28–29 July Portishead Flower Show 29 July Watchet Carnival 3–5 Aug OutCider Festival Fernhill Farm, Compton Martin 5–12 Aug Music Weekend Yarn Market Hotel, Dunster 24–26 Aug Watchet Music Festival 1–2 Sept Late Summer Weekend West Somerset Railway 8 Sept The Gruffalo West Somerset Railway 8 Sept Grand Pier Gin Festival Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare 16–17 Sept Weston Super Food Festival Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare 27–30 Sept Autumn Steam Gala West Somerset Railway 27 Sept – 8 Oct Brean Country Music Festival Brean, Burnham-on-sea 20 Oct Weston RNLI Party on the Pier Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare 16–18 Nov A Cappella Weekend Yarn Market Hotel, Dunster 17 Nov Fireworks at Sea Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare
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