YHA Exford Minehead

YHA Exford is a delightful and welcoming hostel situated in the charming village of Exford, nestled in the heart of Exmoor National Park, England. This Victorian-style, country house hostel offers a range of accommodation options, including private rooms and shared dormitories, making it an ideal choice for solo travellers, families, and groups. Equipped with a self-catering kitchen, a comfortable lounge, a games room, and a restaurant serving home-cooked meals, YHA Exford provides a homely base for those seeking to explore the beauty of the English countryside.

The hostel's fantastic location in Exmoor National Park offers guests a wealth of outdoor activities and local attractions. With its diverse landscapes of moorland, woodland, coast, and farmland, the surrounding area is perfect for walking, cycling, horse riding, and wildlife spotting. The nearby River Exe offers opportunities for fishing and canoeing, while the stunning coastline, just a short drive away, is great for surfing and fossil hunting. The village of Exford itself is home to traditional pubs, a village green, and hosts a variety of local events throughout the year. Further afield, guests can visit the historic Dunster Castle, the ancient Tarr Steps clapper bridge, or the picturesque harbour town of Lynmouth. With its cosy atmosphere and fantastic location, YHA Exford offers an ideal base for a memorable rural adventure.

Small Towns & vllages Nearby Direct Line of Sight Distance

Facilities at the YHA Hostel
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Meals Available
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Garden
Laundry facilities
Cycle store
Cot available
Drying room

Whats near this YHA Hostel ?
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Horse Riding/Pony
Walking Country
Cycling Country

International Airports

Cardiff Airport Rhoose Vale of Glamorgan CF62 3BD 22.6 miles

Exeter Airport Clyst Honiton Devon EX5 2BD 29.6 miles

Local Airports

Eaglescott Airfield Great Torrington Devon EX37 9LH 20.6 miles

Westonzoyland Airfield Westonzoyland Somerset TA7 0LZ 31.5 miles

Motorways

M5 Junction 27 Tiverton, Barnstaple 19.3 miles

M5 Junction 28 Cullompton 21.8 miles

M5 Junction 26 Wellington 24.0 miles

Railway Stations

Umberleigh station code = UMB EX37 9AA 17.6 miles

Kings Nympton station code = KGN EX37 9EU 17.7 miles

Ferry Ports

Ilfracombe Harbour sailing to -> Lundy Island Harbour Address: Ilfracombe Devon EX34 9EQ 21.2 miles

Bideford Quayside sailing to -> Lundy Island Address: Bideford Devon EX39 2HE 25.7 miles

Exmoor National Park - TA24 7AX
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Exmoor National Park position taken at the approximate centre

0.7m / 1.1km - - 10min

The Boat Shed Museum - TA24 8NT
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A small maritime museum packed with exhibits from the local area and wider, its an interesting, small local attraction worth a visit if yoiur in the area

5.6m / 9km -

Tarr Steps - TA22 9PY
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A clapper bridge construction bridge made of rough stote accross the River Barle for foot passage only. Located within a nature reserve on the rad between Liscombe and Hawkridge

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Dovery Manor Museum - TA24 8QB
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An insight to Porclock and surrounding areas

5.7m / 9.2km -

The Exmoor Pony Centre - TA22 9QE
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A charity run centre for rare-breed Exmoor pony protection. With horse riding available in Exmoor with sessions to suite every ability

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Exmoor Adventures - TA24 8PB
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Outdoor activity Centre including rock climbing , water sports, archery, orienteering and more

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Greencombe Gardens - TA24 8NU
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A small 3.5 acre organic only garden containing some rare plants near Porlock, within the Exmoor National Park, and with views across out to sea

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Porlock Weir Harbour - TA24 8PD
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A pretty coastal village with a selection of sailing craft in the harbour, and with the South West Coast Path running though the village with good views of the coastline on ether side. There is a selection of tea rooms and eateries to relax in while you visit

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Porlock Visitor Centre - TA24 8NP
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A great place to obtain information to enhance your stay in Porlook, the surrounding towns and Exmoor

5.6m / 9km -

West Somerset Rural Life Museum And Victorian School - TA24 8HN
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The Old School,

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