Dunster Castle
Dramatically sited on top of a wooded hill, with panoramic views, a castle has existed here since at least Norman times.
YHA Exford
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YHA Exford is currently closed and unavailable for bookings.
Overview
YHA Exford is an attractive, cosy Victorian house, with great facilities including a beautiful, flower-filled garden. For a weekend away in lovely Exmoor National Park accommodation, try this super spot by the River Exemead.
This is a great location for mountain biking, horse riding and a host of other outdoor activity breaks - making it perfect for school trips. There are open hills and wooded valleys to explore if you're on a walking holiday, and the Somerset and North Devon coasts are nearby should you prefer coastal scenery.
Why guests love YHA Exford
Accommodation at YHA Exford
Things to do around YHA Exford
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Exmoor Safari
Explore Exmoor by Land Rover using seldom used tracks and ancient byeways - look for the elusive deer and famous Exmoor ponies. Visit the Exmoor Safari website
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Watersports in Exford
This lovely area is great for water sports, so whatever mode of water transport takes your fancy, take the plunge and enjoy some fun on, or in, the water!
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Walking and Rambling around Exford and Exmoor
Get back to nature and stride out on foot to explore the beauty of this part of the country.
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Mountain biking in Exford
Get out and about on your bike and enjoy the rolling landscape.
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Exmoor Pony Centre
The centre aims to promote and conserve the Exmoor pony. Meet the resident ponies or take to the saddle for a taster session. Visit the Centre's website
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Brendon Manor Stables
Explore Exmoor on horseback - ride across open countryside, through valleys and rivers including the famous Lorna Doone Valley. Visit the Stable's website
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Exmoor National Park
Stunning landscapes, wilderness and tranquillity - enjoy Exmoor on foot, horseback or bike to appreciate this beautiful area, especially the Valley Of Rocks on the South-West Coastal Path and the Tark
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Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway
Enjoy stunning views of the coastline as you glide up the track from Lynmouth at the foot of the cliffs to Lynton 500ft above. Opened in 1890, the famous Lynton and Lynmouth funicular Cliff Rail
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Holnicote Estate
Explore the high heather moorland, ancient woodlands and dramatic cliffs, interspersed with picturesque villages and farms. Visit the website
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West Somerset Steam Railway
A twenty mile scenic journey back in time through the gently rolling Quantock hills from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard on a steam train. Visit the website
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Ambulant accessible
- BBQ area
- Breakfast
- Classroom(s)
- Coach parking on premises
- Contactless payments
- Cycle store
- Evening meals
- Free parking on premises
- Full mobile coverage
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Highchair
- Large garden/grounds
- Library
- Licensed bar
- Luggage store
- Meeting room(s)
- Minibus parking on premises
- Near bus stop
- Outdoor play area
- Outdoor seating
- Packed lunch
- Paid electric vehicle charger
- Restaurant
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Shared TV
- Sole use available
- Waterfront
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: Reception and check-in is at The Exmoor White Horse Inn main reception from 08:00 - 20:00. For late arrivals, please notify us in advance.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily. Evening meals are also available.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is parking at the hostel.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted in the hostel accommodation at YHA Exford, except in our Camping & Cabins accommodation. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA School Trips
YHA Exford is a great place for combining a study retreat with an activity break in a picturesque part of Somerset. With group catering available and a classroom, this hostel is well equipped for a school visit.
Book your YHA School Trip.
Meeting rooms
Exe Mead was a large Victorian villa that sat across from the original YHA Exford Cottages. Exe Mead was built around the 1890s as a wedding present, however the recipient never got married. In 1944, the hostel was used by American soldiers and converted into a makeshift barracks for six months.
YHA acquired the hostel in 1964 and opened very quickly, however the hostel needed substantial work and wouldn't have an official opening until early in 1966.
Volunteering
There are currently no volunteering opportunities at YHA Exford. Please visit YHA Volunteering to see what opportunities are available.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: After a day of activities or walking the moor, come back to the hostel and try stargazing. In this beautiful area of Exmoor National Park, the stars are amazingly clear.
