Clive's Guidebook to West Somerset & North Devon
Sightseeing
https://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/
You just have to explore Exmoor whilst here. The boundary of Exmoor starts at Monksilver, approximately 1.5 miles walk.
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Exmoor-Nationalpark
https://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/
You just have to explore Exmoor whilst here. The boundary of Exmoor starts at Monksilver, approximately 1.5 miles walk.
https://visit-watchet.co.uk/index.php
Great historic harbour town, 3 mile walk
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Watchet Harbour Marina
10 The Esplanadehttps://visit-watchet.co.uk/index.php
Great historic harbour town, 3 mile walk
https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/
Lovely views of West Somerset on the longest Steam Railway in the UK.
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West Somerset Railway (Minehead)
West Somerset Railwayhttps://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/
Lovely views of West Somerset on the longest Steam Railway in the UK.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dunster-castle-and-watermill
This is a must see, our favourite place in Somerset, if not the whole Uk.
If you like this sort of venue it’s well worth joining the National Trust.
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Dunster Schloss
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dunster-castle-and-watermill
This is a must see, our favourite place in Somerset, if not the whole Uk.
If you like this sort of venue it’s well worth joining the National Trust.
Dunster
Beautiful medieval village, combine with a trip to the castle
https://www.quantockhills.com/
Outstanding views and beautiful. 2 mile walk to Bicknoller. See if you can spot the Red Deer
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Quantock Hills AONB
https://www.quantockhills.com/
Outstanding views and beautiful. 2 mile walk to Bicknoller. See if you can spot the Red Deer
So much to do and see, why not take the open top bus ( Exmoor Coaster ) over Exmoor ?
https://visitlyntonandlynmouth.com/
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Lynton and Lynmouth
So much to do and see, why not take the open top bus ( Exmoor Coaster ) over Exmoor ?
https://visitlyntonandlynmouth.com/
Well worth a visit, nice pub there too !
https://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/enjoying/tarr-steps
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Tarr Steps Woodland National Nature Reserve
Well worth a visit, nice pub there too !
https://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/enjoying/tarr-steps
Jurassic beach and a nice café / Tea room
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Kilve Beach
Jurassic beach and a nice café / Tea room
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Lovely village, walks and tea rooms
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/selworthy
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Selworthy
Lovely village, walks and tea rooms
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/selworthy
Tropiquaria Wildlife Park
Washford CrossNice little zoo
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well worth a visit
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/cleeve-abbey/
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Cleeve Abbey
Abbey Roadwell worth a visit
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/cleeve-abbey/
Torre Cider Farm
Cider farm, cafe and animals
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Well worth a visit, lovely marina, cafes and pubs. Try walking here from Bossington.
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Porlock Weir
Well worth a visit, lovely marina, cafes and pubs. Try walking here from Bossington.
Minehead has probably the best beach in Somerset, along with shops, cafes, pubs etc. FOC parking place here
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Minehead Beach
Minehead has probably the best beach in Somerset, along with shops, cafes, pubs etc. FOC parking place here
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Lovely National
trust village with great walks, why not walk to Porlock Weir, highly recommended.
National Trust Car Park - Bossington
Lovely National
trust village with great walks, why not walk to Porlock Weir, highly recommended.
Take a Picnic
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lists/perfect-picnic-spots-in-somerset
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Somerset
Take a Picnic
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lists/perfect-picnic-spots-in-somerset
Nice walks and Tea room
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/horner-wood
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Horner Wood
Nice walks and Tea room
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/horner-wood
Saint Audrie's Bay
Secluded beach (rocky) even some locals dont know about it
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Hestercombe Gardens
Nice place to visit
https://www.hestercombe.com/
Nice walks and views, plenty to do and a cafe
https://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/wimbleball-lake
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Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre
Nice walks and views, plenty to do and a cafe
https://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/wimbleball-lake
Pleasant beach with footpath / cycle path to Minehead
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Dunster Beach Holidays Ltd
Dunster BeachPleasant beach with footpath / cycle path to Minehead
Beautiful views and walks on the Quantocks, very popular with locals
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Staple Plain Car Park
Beautiful views and walks on the Quantocks, very popular with locals
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Pub, West Somerset Train Station and cafe. Car boot sale and a pebble beach.
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Blue Anchor
Pub, West Somerset Train Station and cafe. Car boot sale and a pebble beach.
This atmospheric cottage was home to Coleridge and his family from 1797. It was during his time here in Somerset that Coleridge wrote his finest works. The footpath that runs past our property is named after him.
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National Trust - Coleridge Cottage
35 Lime StThis atmospheric cottage was home to Coleridge and his family from 1797. It was during his time here in Somerset that Coleridge wrote his finest works. The footpath that runs past our property is named after him.
Food scene
Great restaurant and Sunday Carvery, lots of animals to see. Walkable.
https://donifordfarmpark.com/
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Doniford Farm Park
Doniford RoadGreat restaurant and Sunday Carvery, lots of animals to see. Walkable.
https://donifordfarmpark.com/
Walkable pub, lovely setting and good food.
https://www.notleyarmsinn.co.uk/
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Notley Arms Inn Exmoor National Park
Front StreetWalkable pub, lovely setting and good food.
https://www.notleyarmsinn.co.uk/
2 mile walk, located at the foot of the Quantocks. Great reviews from our guests for a great walk and a lovely pub and food.
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The Bicknoller Inn
32 Church Ln2 mile walk, located at the foot of the Quantocks. Great reviews from our guests for a great walk and a lovely pub and food.
Nice pub, good food, walkable
https://themasonsarms.com/contact-us/
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The Mason's Arms
2 North RdNice pub, good food, walkable
https://themasonsarms.com/contact-us/
Also deliver to the village, you may have to meet them in the village. The church is a recomeended spot.
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The Bengal Spice
7 Fore StAlso deliver to the village, you may have to meet them in the village. The church is a recomeended spot.
The White House
11 Long StNice restaurant, walkable
Amazing Tea Room and Cafe set in beutiful gardens, just a couple of miles down the road from us. A must visit on a nice sunny day.
Five star rating from us. *****
https://www.jandjcatering.co.uk/therockinghorse
The Rocking Horse
Amazing Tea Room and Cafe set in beutiful gardens, just a couple of miles down the road from us. A must visit on a nice sunny day.
Five star rating from us. *****
https://www.jandjcatering.co.uk/therockinghorse
Horner Tea Gardens
Lovely setting, enjoy a walk and then endulge in a cream tea
Nice little local Cafe within walking distance
https://www.facebook.com/Avenue-39-CafeBistro-650184458501957/
Avenue 39
A39Nice little local Cafe within walking distance
https://www.facebook.com/Avenue-39-CafeBistro-650184458501957/
Nice pub, nice gardens. Combine with a trip to Cleeve Abbey and Torre Cider Farm. 3 mile drive.
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The White Horse Inn
Abbey RoadNice pub, nice gardens. Combine with a trip to Cleeve Abbey and Torre Cider Farm. 3 mile drive.
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Nice pub on Exmoor with plenty of undercover outdoor space. Not far by car.
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https://www.raleghs-cross.co.uk/
Raleghs Cross Inn
Nice pub on Exmoor with plenty of undercover outdoor space. Not far by car.
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https://www.raleghs-cross.co.uk/
The White Horse Inn
Nice Pub, friendly staff, typical Somerset village, Walkable.
Takeaways
Fast food
Located behind the Fish and Chip shop in Williton, will deliver but you may have to meet them in village. Good fast food
https://www.bitznpizzas.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pizzaswilliton/
Bitz 'N' Pizzas Takeaway
1 Long StreetLocated behind the Fish and Chip shop in Williton, will deliver but you may have to meet them in village. Good fast food
https://www.bitznpizzas.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pizzaswilliton/
Local Walks
We have mapped some great local walks on What3Words
Download the free app to make the most of your stay, we can send you the walks via text ot email
Sampford Brett
We have mapped some great local walks on What3Words
Download the free app to make the most of your stay, we can send you the walks via text ot email
Staple Plain Car Park
Lovely walks and views, short drive from Kingfisher
Nice flat walk from Watchet, stop off at the Washford Inn for refreshments . Park in Watchet and walk to start here
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The Old Mineral Line
The Old Mineral LineNice flat walk from Watchet, stop off at the Washford Inn for refreshments . Park in Watchet and walk to start here
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Tipps für Reisende
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Walking Boots and Wellies
Must haves, Wellies and walking shoes can be wet and muddy.
Slip on shoes for walking to hot tub
Verkehrsmittel
Exmoor Coaster Open Top Bus
Great experience, great views over Exmoor https://www.firstbus.co.uk/adventures-bus/services/exmoor-coaster
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Taxi
We recommend Data Cabs Andy Virgin 01984 639141 Mobile 07824 619162