A vital law protecting National Parks is under threat
Contact your local MP and help defend the Protected Landscapes Duty.
An Evening with Merlin Hanbury-Tenison
Join us to explore Britain’s Atlantic temperate rainforests
The Exmoor Society Big Nature Day
Join us for an unforgettable day of discovery, creativity and connection with nature.
A vital law protecting National Parks is under threat
Contact your local MP and help defend the Protected Landscapes Duty.
An Evening with Merlin Hanbury-Tenison
Join us to explore Britain’s Atlantic temperate rainforests
The Exmoor Society Big Nature Day
Join us for an unforgettable day of discovery, creativity and connection with nature.
The Exmoor Society
Protecting and conserving one of the most beautiful and precious landscapes in England
We are the only membership organisation dedicated to Exmoor National Park.
Our Work
About Exmoor
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Our Impact
The Exmoor Society has had some extraordinary successes since it was founded in 1958
We work continuously to protect Exmoor’s unique landscapes, wildlife and heritage. From campaigning and research, to events, awards and outreach. We support local livelihoods and new businesses with our Pinnacle Award for young entrepreneurs, preserve Exmoor’s history through our archive, and provide opportunities for people to explore, better understand, and care for the National Park.
Our aim is to care for the scenic beauty, rich wildlife and historic heritage of Exmoor. Ensure Exmoor’s landscapes are passed on to future generations in as good or better condition than they are now;
Encourage people to appreciate our National Park – everyone has a right to enjoy Exmoor’s magnificent landscapes
- The Exmoor Society Trustees
Explore. Protect. Understand.
The Exmoor Society's walks, talks and events will bring you closer to Exmoor and what makes it so special.
Join us year-round for inspiring events – from expert talks and open days to family scavenger hunts and our Spring Conference. Discover Exmoor's landscape, history and nature in exciting new ways.
21 April 2026
6:00 pm
An Evening with Merlin Hanbury-Tenison
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31 May 2026
10:00 am
The Exmoor Society Big Nature Day
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13 November 2026
10:00 am
Book Launch – A Life Outside: Hope Bourne on Exmoor
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21 April 2026
6:00 pm
An Evening with Merlin Hanbury-Tenison
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31 May 2026
10:00 am
The Exmoor Society Big Nature Day
Find out more
13 November 2026
10:00 am
Book Launch – A Life Outside: Hope Bourne on Exmoor
Find out more
21 April 2026
6:00 pm
An Evening with Merlin Hanbury-Tenison
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31 May 2026
10:00 am
The Exmoor Society Big Nature Day
Find out more
13 November 2026
10:00 am
Book Launch – A Life Outside: Hope Bourne on Exmoor
Find out more
Explore Exmoor with our fantastic walks programme. Led by expert guides, they will help you discover more about Exmoor's landscape, history and nature throughout the year.
11 April 2026
10:30 am
Hope Bourne Guided Walk in Withypool
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23 April 2026
10:00 am
Cutcombe & Saxon Harepath Guided Walk
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28 April 2026
9:45 am
West Somerset Mineral Line Raleghs Cross Short Walk
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9 May 2026
10:30 am
Hawkridge & Anstey Common Guided Walk
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11 April 2026
10:30 am
Hope Bourne Guided Walk in Withypool
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23 April 2026
10:00 am
Cutcombe & Saxon Harepath Guided Walk
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28 April 2026
9:45 am
West Somerset Mineral Line Raleghs Cross Short Walk
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9 May 2026
10:30 am
Hawkridge & Anstey Common Guided Walk
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11 April 2026
10:30 am
Hope Bourne Guided Walk in Withypool
Find out more
23 April 2026
10:00 am
Cutcombe & Saxon Harepath Guided Walk
Find out more
28 April 2026
9:45 am
West Somerset Mineral Line Raleghs Cross Short Walk
Find out more
9 May 2026
10:30 am
Hawkridge & Anstey Common Guided Walk
Find out more
Ways to support our work
There are many ways you can get involved with and support The Exmoor Society
From membership to donations and legacy
In the news
A short typewritten pamphlet in our Archive entitled ‘Former Rectors of Porlock’ gives an intriguing account of how the Reformation affected St Dubricius Church in Porlock.
Only months after the Protected Landscapes Duty was threatened by amendments to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, it once again faces new pressures from an independent report submitted to the government towards the end of last year.
Continuing our new feature for 2026, meet the wonderful volunteers, staff, and trustees that work behind the scenes at The Exmoor Society
