Top Attractions

Perfectly geared up for families with kids big, small and young at heart, there are loads of wonderful engaging attractions across Exmoor to keep everyone happy.  

Wildlife lovers will adore getting up close with Exmoor’s most famous residents – our iconic Exmoor ponies – at the Pony Centre.  Or you can venture out on a safari for the chance to spot majestic red deer and other native wildlife roaming the landscape. For even more unforgettable encounters, visit Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park or Exmoor Zoo, home to an array of fascinating animals from around the world.

Adventure seekers are spoilt for choice, with everything from mountain biking, paddleboarding and kayaking to thrilling rides and family fun at The Big Sheep and Butlin’s.

Dunster Castle and Arlington Court offer delicious slices of history to soak up and beautiful gardens to explore and get lost in, ideal spots to while away a whole day learning a little about the history of Exmoor and seeking out a fantastic cuppa and bit of cake to refuel.

Or why not take a leisurely train ride and soak up the breath-taking countryside views aboard a heritage railway? Experience the charm of steam travel on the West Somerset Railway, the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, or enjoy a unique journey on the historic Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway.