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White Horse Inn in Mark

Simply the best places to eat and explore

Award Winning Places to Eat, Drink and Experience on the Somerset Exmoor Coast. Our selection has been judged by independent experts and awarded for doing what they do exceptionally well.

Holi Moli Beach Hut, Dunster

Simply the best places to stay on the coast

The Somerset Exmoor Coast is home to some truly exceptional places to stay. From stylish coastal retreats to laid-back country escapes, these eight award-winning spots have all been recognised by independent experts for their outstanding hospitality.

Cream Tea at the Porlock Weir Hotel

Cream tea and a cuppa

We've handpicked seventeen cafés, tea rooms and hotels offering freshly made cream teas, delicious cakes and savoury treats. Most have stunning coastal views, cater for special diets and will warmly welcome four-legged friends too.

Rainy day fun – Exmoor

For rainy day fun for everyone on the Exmoor coast we've got everything from activities and attractions to cinema and theatre outings, plus some great coastal towns to explore.

ChalkUp climbing wall

Rainy day fun – Somerset

For rainy day fun for everyone on the Somerset coast we've got everything from activities and attractions to cinema and theatre outings, plus some great coastal towns to explore.

Kayaking with Exmoor Adventures

Get active on the coast

We’ve hand-picked five exciting experiences for all interests, fitness levels and budgets. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation or a new challenge you are sure to receive the warmest of welcomes.

Somerset Film at The Engine Room

Get creative on the coast

We’ve hand-picked nine exciting experiences for all interests and budgets. Whether you're seeking creativity or a new challenge you will get the warmest of welcomes.

Yew Tree House B&B in Berrow

Going solo

What is the best thing about travelling on your own; peace, freedom to do what you want when you want, go wherever you like and take your time to completely unwind?

St Audries wedding venue

Weddings on the coast

Whether it's an intimate ceremony for two or a lavish celebration for 250, we’ve handpicked ten unique coastal venues to suit every style and budget.

Steam Train

Unforgettable group experiences

In the eighth instalment of our series featuring a hundred ways to enrich your life, we have selected ten unique group experiences perfect for celebrations, parties and gatherings.

Celebrating round the camp fire

Coastal escapes with family and friends

In the seventh instalment of our series featuring a hundred ways to enrich your life, we present ten memorable places to stay for your party. All available for group private hire.

Nature needs you

This is the sixth in our series, featuring more than fifty ways to enrich your life, this one focusing on giving back and connecting with the natural world and features nine opportunities to make a real difference.

Cyclists on the road

Test your body and mind

Eight Coastal Challenges; Test Your Body and Mind, invites you to take on our unique coastal adventures. Whether it's running, biking, walking or discovering, these challenges will get you out and about on the Somerset coast.

Dog on sofa

Canine capers on the coast

Eleven of the best places to walk, eat, sleep and play with your dog on the Somerset and Exmoor Coast by our guest author Luna the Lurcher. See some of my favourite things to do and award-winning dog friendly places to eat and sleep.

Kilve spa room

Luxurious wellness escapes

Indulge your body and mind at one the Somerset and Exmoor Coast's luxurious wellness escapes. Here we feature nine escapes focussing on health, wellbeing and the ultimate in relaxation.

Fresh local produce

Fresh local produce

Visit one of the friendly, family run farm shops dotted all the way along the coast for a unique shopping experience that's fun and educational too.  Stock up on the freshest, locally sourced food perfect for a picnic or gifts for friends and family. 

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