Destinations in Exmoor National Park
Exmoor plays host to numerous small towns, villages and settlements, each with their own unique character. As well as offering you places to stay and eat and drink many also offer superb starting and finishing points for a range of activities across the moor.
The table below shows the main destinations within Exmoor served by public transport. Bold links indicate car free itineraries within and around this location are available on this site, alongside local accommodation, attractions and food and drink links.
| Destination | Description | Service |
| Allerford | A beautiful village within the National Trust's Holnicote Estate with a 15th century packhorse bridge in the centre. | 39, 300 |
| Blackmoor Gate | A small settlement acting as a gateway to the western edge of the National Park. | 300, 309/310 |
| Bossington | Part of the Holnicote Estate the settlement consists of a single street lined with distinctive cottages full of original features. | 39 |
| Brendon | A small village in a wild valley, often referred to as the Doone Valley, which also includes the villages of Oare and Malmsmead. Please note Brendon has no publc bus services, but can be reached on foot from County Gate or Lynmouth or via the MoorRover in season. | MoorRover |
| Bridgetown | A hamlet situated alongside the River Exe on one of the main roads through Exmoor with a packhorse bridge and stunning cricket ground. | 398 |
| Brompton Regis | Situated close to the impressive Wimbleball reservoir, the village extends up the Haddeo Valley onto the ridge of the Brendon Hills within the eastern area of the National Park. | 678 |
| Combe Martin | Playing host to reputedly the longest High Street in the country. Combe Martin is a linear village stretching down to the coast on the North West boundary of the National Park. | 300, 301 |
| County Gate | Situated high above the Bristol Channel, County Gate offers views and walks along the coastline and the famous Doone Valley and the enchanting villages of Brendon, Oare and Malmsmead. | 300 |
| Culbone | Culbone woods are a delight for walkers and a short walk takes you to the smallest parish church in England. Please note Culbone itself has no public road access and requires a walk from the bus stop. | 300 |
| Dulverton | This busy town acts as the Southern gateway and service centre for the National Park set within a steep wooded valley alongside the River Barle. | 398 |
| Dunster | Dunster is a great example of a medieval village with an ancient castle, yarn market, dovecote, working water mill and packhorse bridge. | 107, 398 |
| Exford | An attractive village in the heart of Exmoor set around a traditional village green. | 398 |
| Exton | A small hamlet nestling alongside the River Exe. | 398 |
| Luccombe | A National Trust village consisting of old cottages, church and thatched shop. | 107 |
| Luxborough | Situated within the Brendon Hills, surrounded by woodlands, Luxborough is a small village offering great opportunities for exploring one of the quieter areas of Exmoor. | 564 |
| Lynmouth | A stunning location at the head of the East and West Lyn rivers overlooked by soaring sea cliffs. | 300, 309/310 |
| Lynton | One of the largest towns within the National Park affording views over the Exmoor’s coast and wooded combes. Look out for the varied architectural designs including Swiss influences. | 300, 309/310 |
| Minehead | Situated just outside the National Park Minehead is a popular destination as both a gateway to the many opportunities within Exmoor and for seaside fun. | 18 /28, 107, 39, 300, 398, 564, 678 |
| Parracombe | A small village of just over 300 people nestled in superb countryside on the west of the moor. | 300, 309/310 |
| Porlock | Porlock is one of the main settlements within the National Park. Not only is it an attractive mix of stone and thatch buildings, it is also very much a 'working village' with a range of services. | 39, 300 |
| Porlock Weir | A fascinating harbour-side village and starting point for numerous walks along the South West Coast Path and inland to Culbone. | 39 |
| Simonsbath | A small village originally established as part of the Royal Forest of Exmoor. Riverside walks and moorland adventures are on the doorstep. | MoorRover |
| Tarr Steps | One of the best known features of Exmoor, this stone clapper bridge is the ideal spot for walks along the Barle Valley or to simply relax surrounded by nature. | MoorRover |
| Timberscombe | One of the smaller villages on Exmoor situated between Dunster and the high moors. | 107, 398, 564, 678 |
| Wheddon Cross | Located in the heart of the moorlands close to Dunkery Beacon (the highest point on Exmoor). Wheddon Cross is also host to the Exmoor Livestock Market. | 398 |
| Winsford | A pretty village with a number of bridges and a ford over the River Exe and Winn Brook. | 398 |
| Withypool | A small village offering superb views over the Barle Valley and towards the heathland of Withypool Common. | MoorRover |
| Woody Bay station | Situated in green countryside close to the coast, Woody Bay is the first station to be restored on the Lynton and Barnstaple railway. | 300, 309/310 |
| Wootton Courtenay | An archetypical village on the fringes of Exmoor nestled beneath the wooded Wootton Common. | 107 |
