Jacquie’s guidebook

Porlock is a charming, picturesque traditional Exmoor village with a strong community spirit located in West Somerset  close to the Devon border.  Situated in the heart of Exmoor National Park which is an area of outstanding natural beauty. steeped in history and with an abundance of wildlife. Exmoor is the home of the Red Deer and Exmoor pony. Porlock is surrounded by many beautiful villages with thatched cottages, glorious gardens, unique shops, heather clad moorlands, sparkling streams, rivers and lakes, ancient woodlands, archaeological sites, beaches and dramatic coastline. There are an abundance of footpaths, bridleways and cycling routes within the Exmoor National Park so Porlock is the perfect location from which to enjoy many activities such as nature and bird watching , walking, cycling, mountain biking, hiking, horse riding, fishing, kayaking, rock climbing sailing or simply taking a leisurely drive through the countryside. Porlock provides an ideal base for walkers/hikers with numerous woodland, coastal and countryside footpaths directly on our doorstep including the South West Coast Path and Coleridge Way.   One of our favourite walks with our dog and grandchildren is a circular route taking us through the woods to Porlock Weir where we stop for a drink or some lunch, returning along the coastal footpath and across the Porlock marshes which is a favoured location for bird watching. Porlock offers an assortment of country pubs,restaurants and cafes where one can indulge in delicious cream teas, seafood specialities as well as traditional local fayre. There is an assortment of interesting shops and Doverhay Manor Museum.. Being a village community activities take place throughout the year, eg carnival, duck race, fete, antique fairs, etc. The charming historic harbour of Porlock Weir is situated approximately 1.5 miles from Porlock village. It is a stunning location to sit and enjoy a glass of wine at one of the restaurants or pubs whilst watching the sun go down. There are a few shops, the Boat Shed Museum and an Aquarium