Bratton Mill is a restored old mill set on the western edge of Exmoor National Park offering self catering or bed and breakfast holiday accommodation within easy reach of the North Devon coast, great walks, golf, fishing, historic properties and gardens and so much more...

Bratton Mill, on the western edge of Exmoor, is 8 miles east of Barnstaple and 12 miles to the north of South Molton.  

It is within close walking distance of the village of Bratton Fleming with The White Hart Inn, Bratton Stores, White Hart Garage workshop, an outreach post office at the rear of Bratton Fleming Baptist Church and St.Peter's Parish Church.

The area is a walkers and riders paradise with many walks and rides from Bratton Mill through outstanding scenery – short strolls or circular hikes. Stabling and grazing by arrangement.  

The South West Coastal Path and Exmoor National Park with its stunning scenery and the area historically known as ‘Little Switzerland’ encompassing Lynton, Lynmouth and the Valley of the Rocks offer walkers a huge choice.

Fisher folk are welcome to cast a fly in the trout stream and larger trout can be caught one mile downstream at Bratton Water and upstream at Wistlandpound.   River fishing can be arranged.

The dramatic North Devon coast with its sandy beaches and towering cliffs are all just a short and enjoyable drive.  

Of particular note for surfers and sand castles are the beaches at Saunton, Lee Abbey, Combe Martin, Woolacombe, Croyde and Putsborough. 

The valley is rich with wildlife.   Red deer graze on the opposite bank and the Kingfisher and Dippers are frequently seen.   Buzzards and Ravens soar above the valley on most days.  

In 2008 there were several sightings of the otter and stoat.  House martins, swifts and swallows nest in the eaves and outside buildings.  

Grey and pied wagtails, blackcap, willow warbler, pied flycatcher, marsh/willow tit, chiffchaff and jays join the garden birds every year.

Riding on Exmoor - Outovercott Stables particularly recommended, and for golfers, a round at Saunton Golf Club, or The Royal North Devon, or less challenging courses can be arranged.

Arlington Court, National Trust, is just over the hill and well worth a visit.   Home of the Chichester family and housing the finest collection of carriages in the country.  

The RHS Rosemoor garden, Marwood Hill Gardens with their spectacular camellias, Watersmeet and Hartland Abbey & Gardens are well worth a visit.

Also noteworthy are Lorna Doone Country, Tarr Steps, Valley of the Rocks, Knighthayes and Dartington Glass.

There are many charming village pubs and restaurants to explore.  The Fox & Goose at Parracombe and The Poltimore Inn at Yarde Down are particularly recommended.

Bratton Mill cares about the environment and the fragility of the trout stream. 

It does all it can to preserve the natural habitats and has a policy to Reduce, Re-use and Recycle.  

It supports the local economy and charities, and sources locally grown and reared food products.  

It promotes local crafts and activities.

Bratton Mill also provide spring water on tap.

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