Triscombe Farm Accommodation & Events

31/05/2026

🌞🔭✨ Solar & Stargazing with Jo & Pete Richardson at Triscombe Farm!
If you love the idea of exploring the universe — both day and/or night — you’re going to adore the Solar & Stargazing events hosted by Jo & Pete Richardson at Triscombe Farm, TA24 7HA.

These sessions are the perfect blend of science, storytelling, and hands‑on discovery, set against the stunning backdrop of Exmoor’s internationally recognised dark skies.

🌞 Daytime Solar Viewing
Before the stars come out, Jo & Pete set up a specialist solar telescope so you can safely observe the Sun in incredible detail.
Expect to see:
• Sunspots
• Solar flares
• Surface texture and movement
It’s a rare chance to witness our nearest star up close — safely and spectacularly.

🌌 Night‑Time Stargazing
As darkness falls, Triscombe Farm transforms into a cosmic playground.
You’ll enjoy:
🔭 Telescope views of planets, star clusters & galaxies
✨ Constellation tours filled with myths & science
🪐 Hands‑on space activities for all ages
📸 Tips for capturing the night sky with your phone or camera

Jo & Pete have a real gift for making astronomy fun, friendly, and accessible. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned stargazer, you’ll feel right at home.

🌾 Why Triscombe Farm?
With wide open fields, peaceful surroundings, and some of the clearest skies in the UK, it’s the perfect place to slow down, look up, and reconnect with the universe.

If you’re looking for a unique day‑to‑night experience full of wonder, learning, and unforgettable views, this is it.

✨ Who’s joining us for a journey from Sun to stars?

Come & stay with us in 2026 to enjoy these special astronomical events ...

Saturday June 20th - A Midsummer Garden Party, specialist telescope, solar gaze, solar craft activities & afternoon tea.

Saturday July 4th - Independence Day Celebration including all about NASA; build & land your own rocket competition with American themed refreshments.

Saturday 15th August - Summer Nights Star Gazing with BYO savoury picnic; includes Childrens' star gazing stories in the planetarium dome, dessert & summer drinks.

Saturday 24th October - Our Exmoor Dark Skies Event celebrating all that is Exmoor, except of course the glass of french champagne to welcome you (non alcoholic fizz for children)

Saturday December 5th - A starlight extravaganza with hearty 2 course Exmoor farmhouse supper. Bring your own drink. Pay for 2 nights & stay a 3rd free to enjoy Dulverton By Starlight on Sunday December 6th.

Booking Essential if the weather is inclement, these events will be indoors with a planetarium for the night sky. Email [email protected] for further details.

Photo credits Pete Richardson, NASA, Triscombe farm & ENP

31/05/2026

After an essential water cylinder replacement, as part of our continual ongoing maintenance, encouraged with a special offer on paint !!; we decided to make further improvements by adding acoustic plasterboard to the ceiling & then of course redecorating after replastering.

Stream Cottage is partly above Juniper and the 2 cottages can be booked together to accommodate 5 + baby.

Juniper sleeps 2, is economically priced and ideal for couples looking for a holiday in this beautiful part of England. Private patio area with allocated cycle racks. Breakfast option available.

28/05/2026

Minehead, our local seaside town, only 20 minutes drive away. A family destination for activities, fun & choice of cafes, pubs and restaurants ....

Looking for something to do today?

Why not head down to the harbour to watch the incredible Waverley set sail this afternoon, always an impressive sight........

Why not make a day of it and visit West Somerset Railway, we're incredibly lucky to have this asset in our town, check out their page for some great events coming up this summer!

27/05/2026

Caring for the Trees at Triscombe Farm

Triscombe Farm is a living landscape for every guest to enjoy. When guests arrive at Triscombe Farm, one of the first things they notice is the landscape; rolling Exmoor hills, ancient hedgerows, and the beautiful mix of oak, beech, and ash that frame the farm. These trees aren’t just scenery; they’re part of the farm’s heritage, its wildlife habitat, and its sense of peace.

Trees at Triscombe Farm face strong Exmoor winds, steep valley weather patterns, and the natural ageing process. Professional tree care ensures that; paths, facilities and farm tracks stay safe for guests. Storm‑damaged branches are removed before they fall, Old or weakened trees are supported rather than lost and dead trees removed.

This makes every walk or quiet moment outdoors feel secure and enjoyable.

19/05/2026

Lost for words, we were just our usual selves, doing what we do to try & make sure our guests have a wonderful holiday whilst staying with us.

❤️ Fantastic Somerset Escape at Triscombe Farm Country Cottages. ❤️

✍️ 'Just back from a stay in Bracken one of the cottages at Triscombe Farm. Set in a beautiful valley in the heart of Somerset we had a lovely break. The indoor pool was a bonus and also the games room. However the best part of our break was Ruth the fantastic owner and host. We could not have been made more welcome. Thank you.'

Triscombe Farm Country Cottages, Wheddon Cross, Minehead, Somerset
https://www.aroundaboutbritain.co.uk/Somerset/14042



Triscombe Farm Accommodation & Events

18/05/2026

A Perfect Day Out at Wimbleball Lake

Sunday May 17th was a special day, Wimbleball Lake Country Fair with vintage vehicles, exhibitors, stalls, refreshments & activities.

If you’re staying with us at Triscombe Farm, make sure you don’t miss Wimbleball Lake — one of Exmoor’s most beautiful spots and only a short, scenic trip away.

Whether you’re after peaceful lakeside walks, a gentle cycle, wildlife watching, or a full day of adventure on the water, Wimbleball has something for everyone.

Think rolling hills, big skies, quiet picnic spots, and that wonderful feeling of space you only get on Exmoor.

🚣 Try paddleboarding or kayaking
🚴 Enjoy relaxed cycling around the lake
🌿 Wander the woodland trails
🦅 Spot red deer, herons, and dragonflies
🍰 Treat yourself at the lakeside café

It’s the perfect place to unwind, explore, and soak up the best of Exmoor’s countryside.

If you’d like ideas for cycling routes or walks around the lake, just let us know — we love helping guests plan their adventures.

16/05/2026

Exmoor isn’t the kind of place you simply visit. It’s a landscape you feel in your legs, in your lungs, and in the quiet moments when the moor opens up and the world suddenly seems very, very big. For cyclists, it’s a dream: a rugged, rolling playground of steep climbs, sweeping descents and hidden valleys where the only traffic jam is a herd of red deer.

Whether you’re a seasoned road rider, a gravel explorer, or a family looking for a gentle spin, Exmoor delivers something unforgettable. What makes it special:

Wild moorland riding offers big skies, open horizons, and a sense of total freedom.
Deep wooded valleys provide cool, sheltered climbs and twisting descents.
Coastal drama with vistas of some of the highest sea cliffs in England.
Quiet lanes with barely a car in sight, even in summer.

It’s not flat — let’s be honest. But the hills are part of the charm and they give you stories to tell.

Exmoor is home to some of the UK’s most memorable road rides.
Porlock Hill is a brutal, beautiful beast. One of Britain’s steepest paved roads.
The Toll Road offers a gentler, scenic alternative with sweeping views.
Valley of Rocks Loop has coastal cliffs, feral goats, and a rollercoaster of a road.
Dunkery Beacon is the highest point on Exmoor, with panoramic views worth every pedal stroke.

If you prefer dirt under your tyres, Exmoor is a treasure trove for gravel & mountain biking.
Wimbleball Lake trails have flowing gravel, lakeside views, and family‑friendly loops.
Horner Woods is technical singletrack and rooty climbs.
Watersmeet is rugged, remote, and wildly beautiful.
Brendon Hills provide long climbs, fast descents, and big‑sky riding.

Family-Friendly Cycling: Exmoor has gentle, scenic options too:
Dunster to Minehead has a choice of quiet lanes, a castle, and plenty of cafés.
Wimbleball Reservoir loops have smooth paths and picnic spots.
Tarka Trail (nearby) is a flat, traffic‑free route perfect for kids.
Tips for Riding Exmoor Like a Local
Bring low gears because some of the climbs are short but savage.
Pack layers because weather changes fast on the moor.
Carry food as villages are spaced out, and cafés close early.
Respect wildlife because ponies and deer have right of way.
Use an e‑bike if you want to enjoy the views without the peddling!
Photo credit Shaun Davey

14/05/2026

Great demo today of the Segway Navimow X430 with Tom & Lee. Certainly seems capable of maintaining the holiday guests garden areas, which is ideal.

13/05/2026

As a conservationist, supporting the environment including wildlife habitats, whilst farming, it's not just commercial livestock that these opportunistic carnivore, top tier predators threaten is it?

Or perhaps it is my perception of these magnificent looking birds that is wrong?

They're the UK's largest bird of prey 🦅
Up to 20 birds will be released over three years from this summer ➡️ https://bbc.in/4ffpOFx
But some farmers are worried they could threaten sheep in the area.

12/05/2026

Super excited today to receive a welcome letter to the Exmoor Society.

Founded in 1958, the Exmoor Society is an independent charity and the only membership organisation "dedicated to protecting & conserving Exmoor, one of the most beautiful & precious landscapes in England, for the benefit of visitors, local communities, the landscapes, wildlife, habitats & cultural heritage".

Most recently in 2025 & continuing this year, The Exmoor Society launched a flagship campaign "Waters of Exmoor" to tackle critical river & water issues. I'm very much looking forward to relaxing & reading Tales To Tell The Waters of Exmoor Exmoor National Park

For those who want to know more, or check for guided walks/ event details; the next Big Nature Event is on May 30th / 31st, here is the web site www.exmoorsociety.com