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Situated in Winsford, guests at The Royal Oak Inn are well-placed to discover the charm of this traditional Exmoor village with its thatched cottages, ancient bridges, and tranquil riverside walks. Additionally, Winsford is the gateway to the Exmoor National Park, offering easy access to a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, horse riding, and bird watching. The park is renowned for its diverse landscapes, from open moorlands to deep wooded valleys, and its rich wildlife, including the famous Exmoor ponies.
For guests interested in exploring further afield, the historic village of Dunster, with its well-preserved castle, medieval streets, and Yarn Market, is a short drive away. Also, the scenic West Somerset Railway offers a nostalgic journey through beautiful countryside aboard a heritage steam train. All in all, The Royal Oak Inn, with its welcoming atmosphere, comfortable accommodation, and its prime location in Winsford and near Exmoor, is an excellent base for a countryside getaway.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 644 feet / 196.1 metres above sea level
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Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
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International Airports
Local Airports
Eaglescott Airfield Great Torrington Devon
EX37 9LH
21.9 miles Westonzoyland Airfield
Westonzoyland Somerset
TA7 0LZ
28.1 miles
Motorways
M5 Junction 27 Tiverton, Barnstaple
15.6 miles M5 Junction 28
Cullompton
18.4 miles M5 Junction 26
Wellington
20.1 miles
Railway Stations
Tiverton Parkway station code = TVP
EX16 7HD
15.8 miles Kings Nympton
station code = KGN
EX37 9EU
18.7 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near The Royal Oak Inn Hotel Winsford
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
The Exmoor Pony Centre -
TA22 9QE
SS 88967 30327
= elbow.smart.bypasses Hotels nearby. 45 minutes walk
TA22 9QE
SS 88967 30327
= elbow.smart.bypasses Hotels nearby.
A charity run centre for rare-breed Exmoor pony protection. With horse riding available in Exmoor with sessions to suite every ability
3m / 4.8km -
Dunster Gallox Bridge -
TA24 6SR
SS 98963 43235
= axed.funky.shuffles Hotels nearby.
7.4m / 11.9km
TA24 6SR
SS 98963 43235
= axed.funky.shuffles Hotels nearby.
A 15th-century stone bridge over the River Avill protected by English Heritage, a pleasant walk from the village centre of Dunster
7.4m / 11.9km
Tarr Steps -
TA22 9PY
SS 86596 31971
= fictional.gradually.dolphin Hotels nearby. 46 minutes walk
TA22 9PY
SS 86596 31971
= fictional.gradually.dolphin Hotels nearby.
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
3m / 4.8km -
Dunster Castle Gardens -
TA24 6SW
SS 98969 43403
= initiated.debating.teams Hotels nearby.
TA24 6SW
SS 98969 43403
= initiated.debating.teams Hotels nearby.
The gardens surround the castle, with heavy planting and pleasant walks, some down to the river Avill which runs though the gardens crossed by stone bridges
7.4m / 11.9km
Exmoor National Park Centre -
TA22 9EX
SS 91358 27902
= crackled.hobbies.headlines Hotels nearby.
TA22 9EX
SS 91358 27902
= crackled.hobbies.headlines Hotels nearby.
This visitor centre is located in Dulverton, A great place to visit to get ideas and information about the National park with Knowledgeable staff to help you.
4.3m / 6.9km -
Dunster Working Watermill -
TA24 6SW
SS 99097 43338
= hurtles.pads.plugged Hotels nearby.
TA24 6SW
SS 99097 43338
= hurtles.pads.plugged Hotels nearby.
A restored 18th-century working watermill on the River Avill producing ground flour which can also be pourchased in the nearby shop, there are also tearooms nearby
7.5m / 12.1km
Exmoor National Park -
TA24 7AX
SS 84245 37979
= enrolling.brochure.relaxed Hotels nearby.
TA24 7AX
SS 84245 37979
= enrolling.brochure.relaxed Hotels nearby.
Exmoor National Park position taken at the approximate centre
4.4m / 7.1km -
Dovery Manor Museum -
TA24 8QB
SS 88811 46779
= races.head.cuddling Hotels nearby.
TA24 8QB
SS 88811 46779
= races.head.cuddling Hotels nearby.
An insight to Porclock and surrounding areas
7.5m / 12.1km
Wimbleball Lake Country Park -
TA22 9NU
SS 96502 30651
= eggshell.arching.complies Hotels nearby.
TA22 9NU
SS 96502 30651
= eggshell.arching.complies Hotels nearby.
On the south east edge of the Exmoor nationalPark, watersports , walking and contains an outdoor activity centre
4.5m / 7.2km -
Porlock Visitor Centre -
TA24 8NP
SS 88425 46788
= dined.grad.coached Hotels nearby.
TA24 8NP
SS 88425 46788
= dined.grad.coached Hotels nearby.
A great place to obtain information to enhance your stay in Porlook, the surrounding towns and Exmoor
7.5m / 12.1km View more hotels nearby with distances
Exmoor House - Minehead - 2.68
The Rest and Be Thankful Inn - Minehead - 2.70
Tarr Farm Inn - Liscombe - 2.84
Kings Farm - Withypool - 3.51
The Royal Oak Inn - Minehead - 3.71
Monks Cleeve - Exford - 3.82
The Crown Hotel - Minehead - 3.86
YHA Exford - Minehead - 3.93
Exmoor Lodge - Exford - 3.93
Exmoor White Horse Inn - Minehead - 3.95
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