Exmoor is a great place to visit for a family holiday or a break away from the daily hustle and bustle of town and city life. Its rolling hills and valleys are full of activities for all ages and interests. It is an area full of folklore and history, its landscape is interesting with amazing natural features, stunning views and a wide selection of things to do.
For a great day out you should consider Exmoor Zoo. This is a great chance to interact with rare and local animals in a safe environment. The primary goal of the zoo is to educate the public about the importance of the conservation of these beautiful creatures. Have a look at the Exmoor Beast enclosure where folklore comes alive in the form of a Puma a species thought to be related to the legendary Exmoor Beast, have a look at the large skulls and information of sightings of the beast in its special area. Other animals at the park include Cheetah, Penguins, Wallabies and Monkeys. Talks are held daily at different enclosures where a keeper will educate the crowd with fascinating information about the inhabitants.
The Barle valley is situated near Exford. The Barle is home to a river surrounded by ancient woodlands and stunning wildlife, it is also home to the Barle valley safari. The safari leaves three times a day in the summer and two times in the winter and there is three different pick up spots, Minehead, Dunster and Dulverton. The safari is led by experienced guides with deep rooted knowledge of the area. Close connections are kept between the local farmers and wildlife enthusiasts to correctly follow the elusive herds of Ponies and Deer. Binoculars are a great addition as Birds of Prey frequent the skies as well as getting a closer look at the wildlife.
The Lynton and Lynmouth cliff railway needs to be experienced to be believed. The lift is powered by water and creates no nasty carbon emissions. The ride starts in the village of Lynmouth and goes up 862 feet to Lynton. Having been built 110 years ago this really is an amazing feat of engineering, it was first built to tackle the problem of transporting goods from the coastal areas into the next villages along. Lynton and Lynmouth cliff railway welcomes dogs (on leads) and has nearby car parks and cafes. The villages themselves are stunning with great views out to sea and the epic Welsh coastline.
Quince Honey Farm is situated in the outskirts of Exmoor in the town of South Molton. The Honey farm offers visitors the chance to view the internal workings of bee hives in safety. This is a fantastic opportunity to see these amazing insects at work, the hives are integrated into a museum like setting with a history of bee keeping and honey production as well as the bees themselves. Try some of the honey collected from the bees visits to the local heather and wild flower fields.
The Exmoor White Horse Inn offers luxury Exmoor Accommodation with great deals on their Exmoor Family Holiday Breaks. Why not treat the family to a weekend getaway and visit some of the great attractions on offer.
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