Green hills close Porlock in on three sides with the sea on the other. Approximately a mile to the west of Porlock you will find Porlock Wier and its tiny harbour, which occupies the last sheltered low ground before the county boundary with Devon. Two miles from the harbour is the unique 4.2-mile Toll Road, which rises from the edge of Porlock up onto Exmoor. This scenic road is used as a special stage for rallying, giving Porlock its own place in motor sport history. Hosting an invitation Hill Climb every year, raising money for charity, the hill is as steep as 1 in 4 in some places so care must be taken when travelling it.
Geologists believe it was formed by the rise in sea levels at the end of the last ice age.
A very popular way to see Porlock and the surrounding moorland is from horseback and there are plenty of riding schools and farms that can arrange this. But if you don't ride, 'shanks's pony' - walking is an ideal way. Porlock has steep, winding streets full of interesting character shops, thatched cottages made from local stone and attractive floral displays. Also worth a visit is the fascinating 13th century church.