Welcome to Oare

Oare Somerset is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated on the edge of the Exmoor National Park and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque scenery, historic buildings, and friendly community. It is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the area and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

One of the main attractions in Oare Somerset is the Church of St. Mary. This historic church dates back to the 13th century and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate carvings. The church is open to visitors and is a popular spot for weddings and other events. Another popular attraction in the village is the Oare Water Mill. This historic mill dates back to the 16th century and is one of the few remaining working water mills in the country. Visitors can take a tour of the mill and learn about its history and how it works.

Oare Somerset is also a great place for outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular spot for hiking, cycling, and horse riding. There are many trails and paths to explore, and visitors can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The village is also close to the coast, and visitors can take a short drive to the beach and enjoy a day by the sea. Overall, Oare Somerset is a charming village with plenty to offer visitors who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing getaway.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 6.7°C

Feels Like: 0.3°C

Wind: 40.7 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School Details
Lynton Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jayne Peacock
Market Street
Lynton
Devon
EX35 6AF
01598753309
School Website
St Dubricius Church Of England Va School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mr Hannah Sparks
Parsons Street
Porlock
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 8QJ
01643862249
School Website
Exford Church Of England First School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Naomi Philp
Exford
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 7PP
01643831365
School Website
Parracombe Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jayne Peacock
Parracombe
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 4QJ
01598763338
School Website
Cutcombe Church Of England First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mr Naomi Philp
Wheddon Cross
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 7DZ
01643841462
School Website
Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd T/A The Libra School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Kirsty Crosby
Edgemoor Court
South Radworthy
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3LN
1598740044
School Website
Timberscombe Church Of England First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mr Angela Hall
Timberscombe
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 7TY
01643841259
School Website
St Michael's Church Of England First School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mr Richard Smith
Watery Lane
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5NY
1643702759
School Website
Aurora Foxes
Special Post 16 Institution
Ages:16-25
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Costello
Selbourne Place
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5TY
1643708529
School Website
Minehead First School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mr Vanessa Bingham
Townsend Road
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5RG
01643702938
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Llantwit Major
Llanmaes Road, Llantwit Major, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF61 1ST
16.95 Miles
Barnstaple
Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU
17.78 Miles
Umberleigh
Station Approach, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9AB
18.88 Miles
Chapelton (Devon)
Station Lane, Chapelton, Devon, EX37 9DZ
19.15 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Porlock Taxis
01643 862739
Western Cottage, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8PD
3.83 Miles
Carols
01598 753501
26 Watersmeet Rd, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6EP
4.92 Miles
1St Call Exmoor Taxis
07826 212511
26 Bay Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8NJ
5.31 Miles
Lyn Valley Taxi
01598 753800
4 Park Street, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6BY
5.40 Miles
Moorland Private Hire
07968 864176
Woolhanger Lodge, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4RF
6.54 Miles
Grab A Cab
01643 703376
1 Abbots Way, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8UF
9.57 Miles
Gemini Taxis
01643 705555
16 Whitworth Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8ED
9.63 Miles
A C Taxis
01643 707172
11 Periton Way, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8AH
9.77 Miles
Lynx Taxis
01643 708888
1 Higher Park, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8AP
9.82 Miles
Winsford Hire
01643 851232
Fairfield, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7JE
10.10 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Oare Manor Brendon
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Malmsmead
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Yearnor Moor
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Old Brendon Post Office Brendon
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Rockford Brendon
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Brendon School
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Blue Ball Countisbury
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Bridge Ball
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Hillsford Bridge
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Porlock Weir
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West Porlock
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West Lyn Barbrook
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Tors Road
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Old Lynmouth Post Office
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Lynbridge
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Porlock Medical Centre
Porlock
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 8PJ
Lynton Health Centre
01598 753226
The Health Centre
Burvill Street
Lynton
Devon
EX35 6HA
Minehead Medical Centre
01643 703441
2 Irnham Road
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5DL
Minehead Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Luttrell Way
Minehead
TA24 6DF
Minehead Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Luttrell Way
Minehead
TA24 6DF
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Local Stores

Minehead
22 The Avenue
The Parade
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5AZ
01643 703818
Store Website
10.51 miles
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SPAR Porlock
High Street
Porlock
TA24 8PU
01643 862515
Store Website
5.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Glenmore House Veterinary Surgery
26 Glenmore Road
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5BH
01643 703175
10.73 miles
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White Lodge Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Stephenson Road
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5EB
01643 703649
info@whitelodgevetclinic.co.uk
Website
11.01 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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White Lodge Equine And Farm Clinic Ltd
Ellicombe Farm
Ellicombe
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 6TP
01643 703649
farm@whitelodgeclinic.co.uk
Website
11.53 miles
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Molecare Veterinary Services
Pathfields Business Park
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3LH
01769 575618
south.molton@molecarefarmvets.com
13.84 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

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Dulverton Veterinary Practice
Dulverton Veterinary Centre
Duckpaddle
Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9HJ
01398 323285
13.95 miles
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Market Veterinary Centre
The Surgery
2 Southley Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 4BL
01769 572176
info@marketvets.co.uk
Website
14.49 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

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Local Dog Walks

Dunkery Beacons
Beautiful Place To Walk. Takes You To The Highest Point In Exmoor National Park. Lots Of Moorland, Woodlands, Rivers And Patched Walks In Many Different Directions. The Views At The Top Are Stunning. There Is Livestock And Wildlife Around So It Is Best To Keep Your Dog On A Lead If They Will Chase Them.
Unnamed Road
Minehead
Lancashire
TA24 7AT
6.63 miles

Location
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Dunkery Beacon
Dunkery Beacon Is The Highest Point On Exmoor. It's Well Pathed From A Number Of Side Of The Road Car Parit's A Remote, High Area, And Needs Good Footwear And Energetic Dogs. Be Prepared For The Weather To Change And It Be Colder Than You May Be Used To, Even In Summer. You'll Need Water For Both Yourself And The Dogs.
Unnamed Road
Lancashire
7.18 miles

Location
what3words
shallower.sand.fatigued
Bridgetown Exton Somerset
This 7Km (4Mile) Walk Starts From The Entrance To The Exe Valley Caravan Park In Bridgetown (Grid Ref: Ss 923 332). It Takes You Along The River Exe And Then Up Over Farm Land Back To The Road. From Here You Can Either Repeat The Route Back To The Start Or Continue Looping Back Through Exton And Ending At The The Badger's Holt Pub In Bridgetown (Opened At 6Pm At The Time Of Walking).
9 Week Ln
Dulverton
Lancashire
TA22 9JL
11.58 miles

Location
what3words
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Dunster
A Circular Walk Through The Village Of Dunster. Set Between The Foothills Of Exmoor National Park And The Somerset Coast.
TA24 6SE
12.06 miles

Located Around 40 Minutes From M5 Junction 23 (Bridgwater), On The A39, Just Before Minehead.
Dunster Beach
Beach Walk With Parking - You Can Walk Either To Blue Anchor Bay One Way (Driftwood Cafe Is Dog Friendly) And Minehead The Other Or Just Stay And Play On This Massive Beach When The Tide Is Out. There Is Also A Beach Cafe On The Dunster Beach Site And Food Kiosk In The Public Car Park. The Cafe Has Dog Water Bowls Outside, The Whole Of The Beach Site Has Dog Waste Bins And Sits On The South West Coastal Path. Dogs Have To Be Kept On A Lead On The Site Area, But Can Be Off The Lead Below The High Tide Line.
Dunster Beach Shop
Dunster Beach Chalets
Dunster
Minehead
TA24 6TH
12.39 miles

Ta24 6Th
Location
what3words
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Nash Point
Private Beach, Just £3.00 To Park With Cafe.
Marcross
14.85 miles

Car Park £3.00 For The Day But I Camped Overnight For £15. There Is A Cafe With Rude Grumpy Owners. Views From Clift Top. Walk Down Onto Beach Which Is Rocky At The Start But When Tide Is Out There Is A Long Sandy Stretch Under The Cliffs. There Are A Couple Of Loops Out Along The Clifts And Back Round To The Car Park - Some Very Large Styles That You Would Have To Lift Dogs Over.
Location
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