Archive Highlights
Below are some highlights from The Exmoor Society’s archive. Spanning more than a century, these remarkable books, photographs, maps, and reports offer a valuable window into Exmoor’s rich and distinctive history.
People of Exmoor
Hope Bourne
Our Hope Bourne collection (1919 - 2010) contains artwork, literary works, correspondence and her own personal library.
Victor Bonham-Carter
Former Chairman and President of the society, this collection (1913 - 2007) contains personal documents and book collection.
Brian Chugg
A founding member of the society, this collection (1926-2003) contains papers and photographic slides.
Hazel Eardley-Wilmott
Archaeologist and historian, defender of National Parks and Exmoor in particular. Collection spans 1910 - 1998.
RD Blackmore & Lorna Doone
A large collection of books and pamphlets, including those written and published by a descendant of R D Blackmore.
John Greed
Local historian and author, John Greed's collection (1937 - 2010) contains original research for his microstudy on the history of Minehead.
Malcolm MacEwan
Former editor of the Exmoor Review, author and prominent figure in the National Parks movement, this collection spans between 1911-1996.
Geoffrey Sinclair
Material donated by the field worker, Geoffrey Sinclair, who conducted the land and habitat surveys of Exmoor.
History of Exmoor
Lynmouth Flood Collection
This collection includes large number of copies of the newspapers and articles from the period of the flood.
The Exmoor Society
Extensive collection of the history of the society, including policy statements, press releases, meeting minutes, and much more.
Formation of the National Park
Papers and other important materials concerning the designation of Exmoor National Park.
Images of Exmoor
Photographs
A very large collection of photographic prints, slides, and negatives taken by numerous photographers.
Alfred Vowles Photographs
Early twentieth century iconic photographer, this collection contains images of the Exmoor landscape, wildlife and people.
Brian Peace Photographs
Well-known writer and photographer, this collection contains images of the Exmoor landscape, wildlife, and people.
Projects on Exmoor
Land Utilisation Survey
Material related to Exmoor on the second land utilisation survey.
Landscape and Environment
A large amount of material on the landscape, environment, and nature of Exmoor.
MIRES Project
Material documenting The Exmoor Society's involvement with the Exmoor peatland restoration project.
Exmoor Documents
Maps
Numerous maps of Exmoor as well as aerial surveys and photographs (post 1940) owned by the ENPA.
Porchester Report
Copies of the 1977 Porchester report and associated correspondence and memos.
Exmoor Society Chairs and Secretaries
Our archive holds the correspondence and papers of the following chairs of the society:
S H (Tim) Burton
Chair between 1966 - 1971
Michael Hawkins
Chair between 1995 - 2003
Rachel Thomas
Chair between 2004 - 2022
Other Conservation Organisations
Over the years, we have collected various materials regarding the below organisations. This includes publications, research and press releases.
Exmoor Natural History Society
The Exmoor Pony Society
Campaign for National Parks
The Countryside Charity
Exmoor National Park
The National Trust
Countryside Commission
Exmoor Natural History Society
The Exmoor Pony Society
Campaign for National Parks
The Countryside Charity
Exmoor National Park
The National Trust
