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A May’s Farm officially came into being in late 2021 when we bought our own farm, but really it has been developing for as long as we have been on Exmoor together. We are Alex and Anne May and we’re proud to share our little part of Exmoor and what we grow on it with you. We farm beef cattle, sheep and native breed pigs on rotational grazing systems. Homegrown marbled and tender beef, grass fed lamb and native breed pork We farm Slattenslade Farm in Woody Bay with Alex’s father and we own Silkenworthy Farm near Blackmoor Gate, a very exciting purchase for us in 2021. Alex also manages two farms, Aclands and Chapman Barrows, for a family firm.

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.

Beautiful 17th century holiday cottage in the picturesque village of Winsford. Well-equipped and full of character, Ball Cottage is perfect for a relaxing holiday away from it all. The River Exe runs through the garden and there are fabulous walks from your door. Sleeps four adults and two children.

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.

Taylor made, independent advice and support for your Land, Estate or Property. We offer a professional and personal approach whilst providing a wealth of knowledge and expertise in all areas of rural Land and Estate Management. Our reputation has been built through long term relationships with clients and the rural professional community within the South West.

My name is Ele and I’m a painter decorator. I will visit and offer a free quote. I’m honest, clean and tidy. I do private rather than site work. All sizes of work taken on; bathroom ceiling to full house internal and external. I have Public Liability insurance. Take a look at my photos to see my work. If you’d like to have a chat first then give me a call; I’d be very pleased to hear from you on 07775 600298.

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

The Exmoor Hill Farming Network was established in 2014, as a successor to the Exmoor Hill Farming Project (2009-2013), to improve the viability and sustainability of Exmoor farming businesses through knowledge-transfer, peer-group support, training, and co-operation to safeguard upland farming, rural employment and landscape management. Following a review of governance in 2019, the Network Steering Group established the Exmoor Hill Farming Network Community Interest Company (Company No. 12151981) which took over the running of the Network from North Devon + in February 2020. Our Vision for the Network is to provide the Go-to-Hub for Exmoor’s farming community, providing information, skills, support and inspiration. We will be: Economically Engaged: assisting prosperous and forward-thinking businesses; Healthy and Harmonious: facilitating a proper sense of well-being and succession in the Exmoor Farming Community; Farming Friendly: giving a voice for the Farming Community within landscape and countryside policy-making; and Nature Nurturing: promoting sustainably managed, attractive and nature-rich farmed landscapes Change.

Exmoor Magazine (est. 1997) is for all who love Exmoor and the Quantocks. Each issue of this independent, quarterly magazine boasts around 200 images by local photographers and a wide range of in-depth features. The publication is sold in local shops, Co-ops, Waitrose and M&S, as well as by subscription.

The aim of the society is to promote and advance the education of the public in natural history and its conservation and to record the flora and fauna of Exmoor and the Minehead area. Membership is £7 per year. Members receive the society’s magazine, the Exmoor Naturalist, twice yearly. It also includes summer and winter walks and talks and the opportunity to assist with the recording and conversing Exmoor’s wonderful wildlife.

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.

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.

In Egyptian mythology, Isis is often depicted holding the Ankh, the symbol of eternal life. She also symbolises new beginnings. Isis was a powerful and magical healer, gifted with the ability to cure mind, body and spirit. This is the concept of ISiS Wellbeing: Cure and balance mind, body and spirit in a warm and welcoming atmosphere with massages, waxings, eye treatments, manicures, pedicures, facial skin care with high quality Dermalogica® products and electrolysis.

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.

The famous Lynton and Lynmouth Victorian Cliff Railway opened in 1890 and is the highest and the steepest totally water-powered railway in the world! This historic attraction is one of just three water-powered funiculars in the world and was recently voted the UK’s best Cliff Railway and was silver winner of Devon’s Large Attraction of the Year 2020. The Cliff Railway connects the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth providing stunning coastal views and a Cliff Top Café.

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.

Gallery and Studio, based in Porlock. Paintings by Artist Melody Hawtin BA Hons, original paintings in oil on canvas, fine art Giclee prints of a selection available. Photographs by David Hawtin. Holiday home to let.

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.

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.

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.