Exploring the most Picturesque & Historic parts of England..

Pictures of Selworthy Green

a Picturesque Village in the county of Somerset

About Selworthy Green

Blessed with a wealth of superb thatched cottages and a beautiful old church, Selworthy Green is the very epitome of an English country village. It occupies a magnificent setting in the Exmoor National Park and is but a short distance from Minehead Bluff on the famous South West Coast Path.

This 'jewel of a village' is not as ancient as it first appears. It was in fact built as late as 1828 when, on a whim the old Selworthy was pulled down by Sir Thomas Acland of Killerton, who decided to rebuild with suitable housing to meet the needs of the elderly folk living on the Holnicote estate. It was his intension that the buildings should be sympathetically designed, retaining the charm and atmosphere of a bye-gone era - this Sir Thomas did in full measure and using only traditional materials he created a place of rare enchantment that is in perfect harmony with the 15th-century church of All Saints. The church alone is well worth a visit, it's pulpit has a 17th-century hour glass and the iron-bound parish chest is of the same period. The church tower dates from the 14th-century and the roof is a cherished example of fine wood carving.

Selworthy Green is the start of a picturesque walk through steep woodlands to the gorse-gold and heather clad summit of Selworthy Beacon from which there are magnificent views over the undulating countryside, taking in Dunkerry Hill which at 1705 is the highest point on Exmoor.

If deep thatched cottages with curved thick eyebrow dormers to which rich foliage clings, are for you, then this peaceful village is not to be missed.

Places to visit include: Porlock Bay, Dunkerry Hill, Dunster Castle, Minehead and Dulverton.

Planning a visit to Selworthy Green?
Please support the Pictures of England website by booking your Selworthy Green hotels & accommodation through this site.

Add town to favourites

History of Selworthy Green

Recommended towns & villages near Selworthy Green

	Luccombe (1.4 miles, 2.2 km, direction SW) There really could be no finer example of the perfect English village than Luccombe.... Information \| Pictures (2) \| Hotels \| Holiday Cottages
	Porlock (2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction W) Once, long before the 11th-century when the sea receded the village of Porlock was a Port.... Information \| Pictures (49) \| Hotels \| Holiday Cottages
	Minehead (2.9 miles, 4.7 km, direction E) Minehead is a quintessential English seaside resort on the beautiful Somerset coast whose mild climate has been a magnet for visitors since Victorian times. At the end of Quay..... Information \| Pictures (109) \| Hotels \| Holiday Cottages
	Oare (7.4 miles, 11.9 km, direction W) Thus, it was unsurprising to learn that this was the setting for R.D.Blackmore's famous novel, Lorna Doone... Information \| Pictures (4) \| Hotels \| Holiday Cottages
	Winsford (7.6 miles, 12.2 km, direction S) One of the prettiest and most unspoilt of villages, steeped in history and mentioned in the Domesday book.. Information \| Pictures (3) \| Hotels \| Holiday Cottages

All towns in Somerset
Complete A to Z of towns in England

Recommended attractions near Selworthy Green

	Dunster Watermill (4.8 miles, 7.7 km, direction SE) Fully restored 18th century working watermill... Information \| Hotels
	Dunster Castle & Garden (4.9 miles, 7.9 km, direction SE) The high walls of Dunster Castle look down over the quaint village of Dunster from its imperious setting atop of a classically..... Information \| Pictures (51) \| Hotels
	Exmoor National Park (6.6 miles, 10.6 km, direction SW) A castle perched high above the sea dominates the north-eastern corner of Exmoor. For hundreds of years Dunster Castle has stood..... Information \| Pictures (78) \| Hotels
	Tarr Steps (9.8 miles, 15.7 km, direction S) A Prehistoric bridge dating from 1000 BC. The bridge crosses the river Barle with some of its stones weighing 5 tonnes, and said..... Information \| Pictures (1) \| Hotels
	Watersmeet (10.9 miles, 17.5 km, direction W) This is a delightful fishing lodge from 1823 located at the picturesque spot in the East Lyn Valley where the waters of the River..... Information \| Pictures (33) \| Hotels

All attractions in Selworthy Green
All attractions in Somerset
Complete A to Z of attractions in England

Hotels & Accommodation in Selworthy Green

Our Selworthy Green pages are sponsored by Your Business Here.

Selworthy Green Hotels Selworthy Green Cottages Selworthy Green Bed & Breakfast

	Cross Lane House Minehead, Somerset, England (1.0 miles, 1.5 km) The Cross Lane House is set in a building dating back to 1545 which has certain elements from the 12th century. It is located in the village of Allerford in the wonderfully picturesque Exmore National... More info and book online.. Price from £99.00
	The Parks Guest House Minehead, Somerset, England (2.8 miles, 4.5 km, direction E) Set in an elegant Georgian building, The Parks Guest House is situated in a quiet area of Minehead, on the coastal edge of Exmoor National Park. It offers hearty breakfasts and a bistro restaurant.... More info and book online.. Price from £74.00
	Marston Lodge Hotel Minehead, Somerset, England (3.0 miles, 4.9 km, direction E) Situated on the tranquil North Hill of Minehead, Marston Lodge Hotel has lovely panoramic views of Exmoor National Park and Somerset’s rugged coastline. There is home-cooked food and free Wi-Fi.... More info and book online.. Price from £75.00
	Northfield Hotel Best Western Minehead, Somerset, England (3.1 miles, 5.0 km, direction E) Northfield Hotel Best Western is nestled between the Exmoor coast and Exmoor National Park. It features an on-site leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, steam room, spa bath and fitness centre. Gu... More info and book online.. Price from £65.00
	Millers at The Anchor Porlock, Somerset, England (3.4 miles, 5.5 km, direction W) Within Exmoor National Park, The Anchor is a historic inn with a creative restaurant and cinema room. The unique hotel is decorated with Millers antiques, and offers wonderful views across Porlock Wei... More info and book online.. Price from £95.00

All Accommodation in Selworthy Green..

Nearby travel help

Cardiff International Airport	(15.5 miles, 24.9 km, direction NE)
Barry Station	(17.3 miles, 27.8 km, direction NE)
Barry Island Station	(17.4 miles, 28.0 km, direction NE)
M4 Junction 35	(21.0 miles, 33.7 km, direction N)
M5 Junction 27	(21.9 miles, 35.2 km, direction S)
Exeter Airport	(33.3 miles, 53.5 km, direction S)
Selworthy Green to London	(149.4 miles, 240.5 km, direction E)