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.
Earlier in February, Natural England gave consent for the release of beavers at two sites in the South West; at the Par and Fowey catchments in Cornwall, and here at the Holnicote Estate on Exmoor.
2025 was a very successful year for the archive, with exhibition collaborations, important donations and archive walks. We now look forward to building on these achievements in 2026 and so here are some of our plans and aspirations for the coming year.
A new monthly feature for 2026, we'll be shining a spotlight on one of our wonderful volunteers, staff members, or trustees who help protect and promote Exmoor National Park. First up this month is our office manager, Gill Whitehead.
On Christmas Eve, something remarkable occurred across many places in the UK. A sudden influx of Russian White-fronted geese from mainland Europe, with one pair making their way to Exmoor National Park.
The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Outdoor Recreation and Access to Nature has reported back on its brief to develop recommendations to achieve a more active, healthier country and improve the extent and quality of access to nature for everyone.
