3.5 miles from the inn
Tarr Steps
An ancient clapper bridge across the River Barle, just 3.5 miles from Winsford. A lovely short walk follows a loop of the river.
Explore Exmoor
Things to see & do
Winsford sits in the heart of Exmoor National Park, with moorland, coast and historic villages all within easy reach.
Dunster Castle
A former motte-and-bailey castle sitting proudly on a hill above the picturesque village of Dunster. The site has been fortified since the late Anglo-Saxon period.
Porlock Weir
A small harbour settlement on the southern shore of the Bristol Channel, dating back more than 1,000 years. Many of its cottages date from the 17th century, including the Grade II-listed Gibraltar Cottages.
West Somerset Railway
The longest heritage railway in England, running for 20 miles between Minehead and Bishops Lydeard through beautiful Somerset countryside and along the coast.
Valley of the Rocks
A dramatic dry valley just under a mile from Lynton, running parallel to the sea beneath towering cliffs. Its rocky outcrops are home to the famous feral goats.
Dunkery Beacon
The highest point on Exmoor at 519 metres. On a clear day there are views across the moor and over the Bristol Channel to South Wales. Several car parks make the walk to the top fairly easy.