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Days out with kids on Exmoor

Days out with kids on Exmoor
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With summer approaching and the weather slowly improving we have put together this blog to inspire you to consider a holiday on Exmoor and to bring the dog and the family along too! There are loads of fun and inexpensive things to do with kids on Exmoor.

One of our favourite days out locally is a trip to Lynton & Lynmouth and take a trip on the Cliff Railway.

Have a walk and picnic at the Valley of Rocks – see the goats and spectacular scenery, enjoy a stretch of the South West Coast Path with walks for all abilities.

Visit Tropiquaria Zoo, wildlife park and Aquarium with plenty to occupy the kids and great outdoor play facilities.

There’s so much to explore at Wimbleball Lake – walk, cycle, kayak, paddle board or swim, there is lots to do and see. The perfect spot for relaxing a picnic or exhilarating water sports.  

Wild Swimming at Watersmeet. A popular hobby, we are lucky to have many unspoilt spots for a breathtaking dip in the water. Theres plenty of benefits to cold water plunges (apparently!)

Torre Cider Farm. One for the whole family with animals to pet, cider to drink and café to enjoy – not to mention the Somerset cider.

Crabbing at Porlock Weir. Hours of entertainment for kids on the beach, whilst you sit on the terrace and enjoy the views. There are so many crabs you barely need a net! You could combine a quick dip in the harbour!

Visit the Exmoor Pony Centre – riders over 11 years of age can book the Exmoor Pony Trek Experience

Fossil Hunting at Kilve Beach, educational and fun, hours can be spent searching for fossils and other treasures on the coast.

Take a trip of the Exmoor Coaster the best way to see the sights from the comfort of the open top bus. Whether our 5 or 55 it is fun to sit on the top deck and enjoy the views!

We look forward to welcoming you to Exmoor this summer! 

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A perfect lunch

We stayed here earlier in the year and returned just for lunch today.We weren’t disappointed. My wife had the roast beef and I chose the seafood chowder. Though quite different both of these meals were delicious.A beautiful location, friendly service and great food! What more could you ask for?...
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Pulled out all of the stops

My Partner and I had a really great stay with the dog. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. They really pulled out all of the stops to ensure a carefree stay with the dog. We found the whole set up and inclusive treatment for dog owners to extremely well done and a real home from home with all the old world charm of a historic building in a historic and idyllic country setting. We will definitely...
Andrew W

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I rarely feel compelled to give reviews, but this hotel is worth one. It occupies a charming old building of great character with a good garden. In keeping with its age, it has stairs but no lift. The bedrooms are clean, bright and with good modern accommodation. The dining room is very attractive, and the restaurant menu is excellent. The staff are competent, friendly and helpful. It is a happy hotel...
Mr Fletcher

The hotel is a gem

My wife and I booked in for a birthday trip in November. Dunster is a charming small town / village destination with a great castle. We stayed for two nights with dinner on one night and afternoon tea on the second. The hotel is a gem, with lovely old bars and lounges plus a main bar very popular with the locals-four real ales and a selection of ciders and lagers. Staff were excellent. Dinner was ...
Peter T

Our favourite hotel

We had such a lovely time at this hotel. 2nd visit and we shall definitely return. Everything is just so. Hotel rooms, service, staff is just lovely and food delicious. We couldn't fault it at all. The main bar area just makes you feel like you want to spend the rest of your day sitting by the fireplace sipping on your drink and reading the paper. Our favourite hotel and we would highly recommend ...
DanaO

The staff really go the extra mile

We’ve been staying here on and off for over 18 years and it just keeps getting better. Fantastic location for Exmoor, the west Somerset coast and Dunster. The staff really go the extra mile and are superb, the rooms are original and comfortable and the food is good. Lots of different public rooms to explore and relax in, two bars both with open log fires plus lots of character plus lovely gardens...
James F

Amazing staff

My wife and I stayed two nights recently here with our young son to attend a wedding in the village...the hotel was very busy throughout the weekend due to the annual music festival, and yet all the hotel staff went out of their way to make us feel so welcome....
Nigel2222

Helpful Staff

Great hotel and location. The food was very good particularly the breakfast. The staff were very helpful especially when we had to amend the booking. Dunster castle was within walking distance and along with the mill is worth a visit....
Roger5757

Quirky in the right sense

Lovely clean room and bathroom. Super public rooms and spaces with fires. Quirky in the right sense and not as a euphemism for inconvenient. Great location for walking and touring. Wonderful food both breakfasts and evening meals. We felt thoroughly pampered...
Sarah P

Terrific hotel, great gardens

Loved this hotel. Lots of nooks and crannies. Nice welcoming bar, would be very nice in the winter if imagine, because there is a grand, big fire place. Garden is beautiful, great to relax in on a summer day. Highly recommend although a Little expensive, but worth it for a treat....
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