Exmoor and West Somerset

Exmoor Brass Rubbing and Hobbycraft Centre

Woodside Craft Centre, Watersmeet Road, Lynmouth, North Devon, EX35 6EP
Tel/Fax: 01598 752529
E-mail: info@exmoorbrassrubbing.co.uk
Web: www.exmoorbrassrubbing.co.uk

Discover the craft of Brass rubbing, suitable for all ages from 4 - 94.

Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

Bottom Station, The Cliff Railway, The Esplanade, Lynmouth
Top Station, Lee Road, Lynton
Tel: 01598 753486 / 753908
E-mail: enquiries@cliffrailwaylynton.co.uk
Web: www.cliffrailwaylynton.co.uk

The unique Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway in Exmoor National Park.

West Somerset Railway

The Railway Station, Minehead, Somerset TA24 5BG
Tel: 01643 704996    Fax: 01643 706349
E-mail: info@west-somerset-railway.co.uk
Web: www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk

Step back in time on this preserved railway, running steam trains over 20 miles through Quantock Hills and along the coast from Minehead.

Yarn Market

High Street, Dunster, Somerset, TA24 6SF
E-mail: customers@english-heritage.org.uk
Web: www.english-heritage.org.uk

17th-century timber-framed octagonal market hall is a monument to Dunster's once-flourishing cloth trade.

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Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park

Combe Martin, North Devon, EX34 0NG
Tel: 01271 882486
E-mail: info@dinosaur-park.com
Web: dinosaur-park.com

Jurassic woodlands are host to a incredible range of wildlife. 14 life size dinosaurs (includes 40ft Triceratops), Earthquake canyon ride. The zoo features a wide variety of animals incl. snow leopards, sea lions, meerkats and chipmunks, falconry, separate children's zoo. Animal feeding areas, cafeteria, kids adventure playground.

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DEFRA – Rural Affairs

Tel: 08459 335577
E-mail: helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Web: countrywalks.defra.gov.uk

More than 1800 walks etc in the United Kingdom. Simply select your destination and you will be rewarded with mini guides and map references to help you explore the countryside at your leisure.

Exmoor National Park

Exmoor National Park Authority, Exmoor House, Dulverton, Somerset, TA22 9HL
Tel: 01398 323665
E-mail: info@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk
Web: www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

Stunning landscapes, wilderness and tranquillity, rare in southern England, ideal for ramblers, cyclists, horse riders, walkers and wildlife fanatics.

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Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park

Combe Martin, North Devon, EX34 0NG
Tel: 01271 882486
E-mail: info@dinosaur-park.com
Web: dinosaur-park.com

Jurassic woodlands are host to a incredible range of wildlife. 14 life size dinosaurs (includes 40ft Triceratops), Earthquake canyon ride. The zoo features a wide variety of animals incl. snow leopards, sea lions, meerkats and chipmunks, falconry, separate children's zoo. Animal feeding areas, cafeteria, kids adventure playground.

Exmoor Zoological Park

South Stowford, Bratton Fleming, Near Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4SG
Tel: 01598 763352
E-mail: lynnexmoorzoo@btconnect.com
Web: www.exmoorzoo.co.uk

Over 200 different Exotic Species, from the tiny monkeys of South America to the largest rodent in the world.

Tropiquaria Wildlife Park

Washford Cross, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0QB
Tel: 01984 640688    Fax: 01984 641105
E-mail: office@tropiquaria.co.uk
Web: www.tropiquaria.co.uk

In the Tropical Hall you will find a variety of animals from giant snapping turtles and caiman to snakes, lizards and small primates. Other attractions include the Pirate Ships, Play Castle, Outdoor Animals, Puppet Theatre, and Radio Museum.