One of the most rewarding ways to experience the natural beauty of Exmoor is from horseback, and we can accommodate any of our guests who wish to hire quality horses and try this for themselves, either accompanied or otherwise, by putting them in touch with one of several local stables.

Exmoor is rightly renowned as the finest hunting country in the British Isles, and Withypool, at the centre of the moor, gives easy access to many Meets throughout the season (August to April). There are four packs of hounds with which to hunt - The Devon and Somerset Staghounds, The Exmoor Foxhounds, The Dulverton West Foxhounds and The Dulverton Farmers Foxhounds. Stabling can be arranged for guests wishing to bring their own horses or, alternatively, we can arrange for the hire of good quality hunters.

Clay shooting is available throughout the year, and lessons with qualified instructors can easily be arranged, catering for for beginners as well as experienced shots.

Simulated game days can also be organised for groups of 8/10 guns - great fun and a good way to keep your eye in during the summer months.

There are many local shoots, renowned for the quality of their birds, where formal days (100-300 birds) or simpler walked-up days are available. We know all the local shoot owners and can easily put you in contact with them or their agents.

Some of the best river and still-water fishing on Exmoor is available locally, where brown and rainbow trout may be caught, with an occasional grilse or autumn salmon.

Tuition and tackle-hire can also be arranged, if required.

For those wishing to follow the hunt in comfort, or simply watch and photograph Exmoor's wild Red Deer or ponies, a 12-seater Land Rover with chauffeur/guide can be arranged

On Exmoor you can walk along miles of sign-posted track, often without seeing another person for hours. Withypool is the starting point for various routes of varying lengths. The medieval bridge at Landacre and the old clapper bridge at Tarr Steps are both within easy walking distance of Withypool, while, for the more adventurous, the Two Moors Way passes right through the village.

We will gladly advise our guests on the areas where they will best enjoy their walking, and we have various maps and publications with which they can plan a route.