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Bossington

A peaceful coastal hamlet on the edge of the Holnicote Estate, with distinctive thatched cottages.

on Exmoor, near Minehead, Somerset

Sweeping view of Bossington and Porlock

Important notice

The visitor toilets at Bossington are now closed for the winter. The accessible toilet remains open.

Planning your visit

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Holnicote Estate map 

Take a look at the map of Holnicote Estate to help plan your visit.

Visitors walking a dog along the South West Coast Path at St Agnes Head, Cornwall
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Visiting Bossington with your dog 

Bossington is a two pawprint rated place. You and your dog are welcome to explore the coastal footpaths starting from this hamlet on the Holnicote Estate.

Wildflower meadow at Holnicote Estate, Somerset

Holnicote Estate virtual tour 

Take an interactive 360° virtual tour of the diverse landscapes and habitats on the Holnicote Estate. Explore beaver enclosures, ancient oak woodland, saltmarshes and more in this immersive audio experience, and learn about the vital work for nature in west Somerset.

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Exmoor Coast walking booklet 

A guide to the best routes along this beautiful coastline

Two adults with a young child, all smiling together and admiring the festive window art in Newton House at Dinefwr, Carmarthenshire

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