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Community Supporters
Our community supporters help us in our work to promote and protect the unique qualities of Exmoor. Many of them operate within Exmoor National Park and contribute in helping the area thrive both economically and socially. Please support them in turn, if you are able, and remember to mention the Exmoor Society when you do!
Nettlecombe Court Field Study Centre
Field Studies Council Nettlecombe Court lies in a secluded valley at the eastern edge of Exmoor National Park. The house is a striking example of a Tudor and Georgian country mansion set within its own grounds. The grounds are made up of heritage parkland, ancient woodland containing many veteran oak trees as well as a Site of Special Scientific Interest because of its lichen communities. Nettlecombe Court has excellent access to the Somerset coast as well as Exmoor National Park and The Quantocks Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Jonathan Rhind Architects Ltd
Specialists in historic buildings conservation and re-use, and new innovative, high-quality projects, often for difficult or controversial site throughout the southwest. Past projects include ruined castles, cob cottages, highly decorated churches, and medieval and Georgian houses.
Rothwell & Dunworth
We are traditional antiquarian booksellers based on the edge of Exmoor in Somerset. Our well-known shop is open 7 days a week from 10.30 to 17.15 and we welcome buyers and browsers.
We are always interested in purchasing single items or larger collections of books.
We are one of the few booksellers who still regularly visit all parts of the UK and overseas and purchase from large or small collections, private individuals and institutions. We offer extremely competitive prices for suitable books, which compare favourably against prices achieved at auction where up to 40% of the proceeds of sale is taken by the auctioneers, and pay usually when we visit you.
We also offer a valuation service for probate, insurance and other purposes.
The Exmoor Pony Society
A registered Charity, the Exmoor Pony Society was created in 1921 by moorland farmers for the registration of pure-bred Exmoor ponies, the conservation of the breed and the preservation of the breed standard, thereby maintaining Exmoor’s heritage.
The Society also promotes the ponies to the general public: attending events, holding shows and clinics and being a lead participant in the Exmoor Pony Festival.
The Society has worked with the Exmoor National Park Authority and the Rare Breed Survival Trust for many years to ensure the future survival of the Exmoor Pony breed, which is included in the Rare Breed Survival Trust’s Watchlist in the category, Priority, The Exmoor Pony Society registers ponies on Exmoor and throughout the UK, Europe and North America
holidaycottages.co.uk
holidaycottages.co.uk are a leading holiday cottage agency in the UK with over 15,000 self-catering properties. They pride themselves on their local expertise and personally inspect all properties to ensure they are exactly right for their guests.
Bring all the family to a cottage with sea views or perhaps stay in a romantic hideaway for two, they have something for every type of holiday. Your four-legged friends are very welcome in the dog friendly properties, or for extra luxury how a swimming pool or a hot tub.
Porlock Visitor Centre
Every visit to Porlock should start and end at the Visitor Centre! To start, we help with information about places to visit, where to eat, what’s on, the best walks, views and trips. To end, we have a wonderful range of locally-sourced gifts for those not lucky enough to come with you!
Anstey Mills Cottages
Anstey Mills Cottages are set in the peaceful & tranquil countryside right on the North Devon / Somerset and Exmoor border. Nature pure – away from it all – down a private lane on a non-working farm. Two spacious, well equipped cottages for family, friends & dogs. Let our cottages charm you, the whirlpool or log burner warm you; find comfort, peace and quiet in this remote and beautiful place. Ideally situated for both coasts.
Fortescue Farm Partnership
Fortescue Farm Partnership is responsible for day to day running of the farm and property management across the Castle Hill Estate. Castle Hill is an enchanting landscape set against the beautiful 18th century Palladian house. Explore scented pathways and majestic woodland. This is a garden for all seasons.
West Somerset Garden Centre
A traditional independent garden centre for the discerning gardener. It offers an excellent landscaping service and all staff have a good knowledge of gardening and garden products each specialising in their own field and providing helpful honest advice.

Exmoor Baskets & Hurdles
With over 27 years experience in producing the finest quality traditional willow baskets and hurdles. Exmoor Baskets and Hurdles produces a full range of traditional Somerset willow baskets. Our baskets are strong and fuctional. Our normal selection includes shopping baskets, flower baskets, log baskets, picnic items, a brolly basket and a wheeled shopper. Standard baskets normally in stock for immediate delivery or collection.
My willow hurdles are hand made using strong weavers and uprights. All our hurdles and trellises can be made to the size you require.
To order these or other items not listed, please contact Paul on 01398 323391 or 07980759099
Tarr Farm Inn
Tarr Farm is a beautiful inn dating from the 1600s based in the heart of the Exmoor National Park right by the historic Tarr Steps on the River Barle.
We’ve won numerous awards for our fantastic food. You can book a table in our cosy bar and feast on our hearty bar menu or enjoy our more formal restaurant with a full a la carte menu. If the weather is good, we have tables outside in our garden which overlooks Tarr Steps.
Round it off with a stay in one of our comfortable rooms and take a seat for one of our delicious breakfasts in the morning. We are family friendly and also welcome your four legged friends too.
The Staghunters Inn
Idyllically set in the stunning valley at Brendon, on the edge of the wilds of Exmoor, The Staghunters Inn is the perfect location for exploring the breathtaking wonders of this area of outstanding natural beauty and the magnificent North Devon Coast.
The family owned and run Staghunters Inn offers its guests comfortable and well appointed en-suite rooms, fine food, and an idyllic, peaceful location.
Wellhayes Vineyard
Set in the rolling hills of mid Devon, Wellhayes Vineyard produces quality sparkling wine on site from grapes grown in the vineyard. Our sparkling wine is made on site in an old stone barn by the traditional method, and is a unique blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Reichensteiner. You can visit the vineyard, see our winery and taste our sparkling wine by visiting our dedicated website.
Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon
Museums are learning resources that provide inspiration, information, unique experiences – and entertain! They can support the delivery of a wide range of national curriculum subjects including specialist knowledge for the history curriculum, inspiration for art and drama, opportunities to improve English skills and make an important contribution to the delivery of a broad and balanced curriculum.
There’s something for everyone in Devon’s museums and galleries, from steam trains to shipwrecks, farming to factories, boats to battles and local history to lace. Find out what’s going on at museum or gallery near you; family fun days, talks and lectures, exhibitions, events and activities or look up the latest news from Devon museums. Planning a school trip? The learning section will help you discover the wide variety of exciting visits, resources and services available in Devon’s museums and galleries.
Tozers Solicitors LLP
We put our clients first. We’re Tozers, thoughtful legal partners for a changing world.
Things have changed a lot since we were founded in 1785. Sure, we are still a law firm, but we now have over 180 colleagues in offices in Exeter, Newton Abbot and Teignmouth. We’ve adapted as the world we operate in has changed. But we are still here to help, providing advice for you, and for your business.
We know every case is different, we know every client is different and as partners to you, we are always looking for ways to keep things moving forwards. In fact, we go out of our way to get to know you and understand what really matters to you.
Whether you are pursuing an opportunity or dealing with a problem, our lawyers will develop a partnership with you, like no other you have experienced with a legal professional.
Campsites.co.uk
Campsites.co.uk make it easy to find and book great camping, glamping and touring breaks. The website lists 40+ sites in and around Exmoor, with something for everyone.
Nethergill Associates
Nethergill Associates is a North Devon, farm-based Business Management Consultancy. We have developed an entirely new and unique approach to farm management, where your farm business becomes more profitable and nature will be at its optimum. We have called this concept the Maximum Sustainable Output, MSO or Sweet Spot.
Marsdens
Marsdens Devon Cottages offer a wide selection of self-catering holiday cottages throughout Devon. With over 2,000 cottages across the region, ranging from quaint rural hideaways to expansive coastal retreats, including many which are dog-friendly cottages or properties with luxurious extras such as swimming pools and hot tubs.
Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a family holiday, or a larger group gathering, Marsdens Devon Cottages has a property to suit your needs.

S.Martin and Son
Whether you need a cooker for your kitchen or require a replacement boiler for your home, A & S Martin & Son is your first choice oil specialist company in Devon. We can provide you with high-quality cookers, stoves and boilers for your home. When you buy any appliance from us, we ensure excellent post-sale customer services. We offer a variety of cookers, stoves, oil tanks and boilers at affordable prices. We can supply you with new and reconditioned range cookers and have in stock many spare parts.
We are based in Barnstaple, Devon and serve customers throughout the South West. Get in touch with us today for oil tank installations and more on 01271 860138.
The Exmoor Forest Inn
The Exmoor Forest Inn is situation at the very heart of Exmoor – Simonsbath – a remote village, lying in a sheltered valley surrounded by imposing hills and extensive unspolit moorland.
The Exmoor Forest Inn is all about the food. We are incredibly proud of the food that our team serve in the pub on the daily-changing menu.
We believe it to be some of the most sustainable, local and delicious food on offer in any pub in the British Isles. It conveys a real sense of place – it is very representative of Exmoor, its climate; its seasons, its altitude, its farming, its animals and its coast.
The Inn was fully refurbished in 2022 with ten double rooms and one family suite, all are individually and stylishly decorated, with everything needed for a really comfortable stay.