YHA Exford

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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

Free parking on premises
Cycle store
Self-catering kitchen

Located in Exmoor National Park
Great for walking holidays
Perfect for school trips

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Accommodation at YHA Exford

Bed in a shared room

If you're happy to share, dorm rooms have multiple beds - ideal for budget breaks.

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Private rooms

Like your own space? Private rooms offer the hostelling experience with more privacy.

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Private en-suite rooms

Enjoy your own space with a private en-suite room, including bathroom facilities.

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Landpods

Enjoy the camping experience with some upgrades for added comfort in our Landpods.

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Pitch-up camping

Bring your own tent and get closer to the great outdoors. You can't beat camping!

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Things to do around YHA Exford

Holnicote Estate

Explore the high heather moorland, ancient woodlands and dramatic cliffs, interspersed with picturesque villages and farms. Visit the website

Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway, funicular railway carriage

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 Railway is...

a couple of horse riders on the Devon moors

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

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

Dunster Castle

Dramatically sited on top of a wooded hill, with panoramic views, a castle has existed here since at least Norman times.

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

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!

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. Whether it be walking routes or off the beaten track, you’re sure to enjoy wandering around and taking in...

Mountain biking in Exford

Get out and about on your bike and enjoy the rolling landscape. Whether you’re after hard core down hills, or just a simple ride along the landscape, you can ride as far as your legs will allow you!

Exmoor, coastal path through Valley Of The Rocks

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...

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
Electric vehicle charger
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
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.

Electric vehicle charger: Electric vehicle charging is available at this hostel (charge applies).

YHA Exford

Exe Mead, Exford, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7PU

Map references

OS Map:: 181
OS Grid Ref:: SS853383
Lat/Lng:: 51.132639, -3.640911
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Contact information

Phone:: +44 345 260 2703
Email:: [email protected]

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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.