I was first drawn to Allerford to admire its remarkable packhorse bridge. In the many times that I have visited…
Valley of the Rocks
I love the Valley of the Rocks. It is majestic, with its cliffs confidently towering above the sea. At the…
Giving Life a Chance – Nutty Hatch Post Box
There is much that evokes awe and wonder on Exmoor: fast-flowing rivers, soaring buzzards, ancient churches, starry skies, proud red…
Porlock Weir: Inspiring and Enchanting
Can there be a more soothing and relaxing scene than boats resting safely in harbour, wrapped around with a cloudless…
Snowdrops – Harbingers of Spring
From late January, snowdrops appear on the stage of Exmoor. They arrive so suddenly. Nature looks a muddy green on…
The Winding House of the Old Mineral Line
Exmoor is known for its sheep and cattle, its red deer and Exmoor ponies. It is less known for its…
Exmoor autumn: a season of discovery, rediscovery and maturity
It wasn’t until we lived here full-time that I experienced the wealth of Exmoor autumns: the wide spectrum of muted…
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Tarr Steps – Icon Of Exmoor
Tarr Steps is an iconic place on Exmoor. Located in a national nature reserve, it attracts around 40 thousand visitors…
Surprise On The Moor
It’s one of our favourite walks. We were gently descending towards home in the early afternoon when the sun was…
Selworthy Church
Selworthy Church nestles high on the slopes of Selworthy Beacon, just off the main road leading to Porlock and Minehead. …
Exmoor Farmer Shearing His Sheep
I have learnt a lot about sheep since moving to Exmoor. Contrary to common mythology, they are not stupid. They…
Bolving Stag On The Moor
In other parts of the country they bellow, but on Exmoor they bolve. In the rutting season (September – November)…
Bird On A Wire
I took this photograph from my garden attracted by the beauty of the blackbird’s song. I did not intend to…
Exmoor Ponies On Winsford Hill
Exmoor ponies own Exmoor. The Moor belongs to them and they belong to the Moor. They have a presence about…
Sunset Over Dunkery Beacon, The Highest Point On Exmoor
My wife and I always enjoy the trek up to Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor. Being there for…
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