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Minehead

Minehead

Minehead is the northern gateway to Exmoor and the largest town in the area, with a long, flat, sandy beach and a historic harbour. It is the start of the South West Coast Path and the western terminus of the West Somerset Railway.

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Where to stay

  • SeafrontHotels and guest houses by the beach and promenade
  • The AvenueMain shopping street with cafes, close to the centre
  • North HillCottages and coast path access above the harbour
  • DunsterVillage with a castle and Yarn Market, about 10 minutes away by car
  • PorlockExmoor village, about 15 minutes away by car

Getting there

  • West Somerset Railway steam and heritage trains run into Minehead, connecting with Taunton station via Bishops Lydeard, with a bus link between Taunton and Bishops Lydeard
  • Taunton is about a 45-minute scenic drive from Minehead
  • Minehead Town Council offices are on Summerland Road, near the centre
TipMinehead is a good base for Exmoor but public transport is limited, so a car makes day trips to Dunster, Porlock and the moor much easier.

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Where is the best place to stay near Minehead?

Seafront: Hotels and guest houses by the beach and promenade. The Avenue: Main shopping street with cafes, close to the centre. North Hill: Cottages and coast path access above the harbour. Dunster: Village with a castle and Yarn Market, about 10 minutes away by car. Porlock: Exmoor village, about 15 minutes away by car.

How do I get to Minehead?

West Somerset Railway steam and heritage trains run into Minehead, connecting with Taunton station via Bishops Lydeard, with a bus link between Taunton and Bishops Lydeard. Taunton is about a 45-minute scenic drive from Minehead. Minehead Town Council offices are on Summerland Road, near the centre.

Any tips for visiting Minehead?

Minehead is a good base for Exmoor but public transport is limited, so a car makes day trips to Dunster, Porlock and the moor much easier.

Which airport is closest to Minehead?

The nearest airport on this site is Cardiff Airport, about 14 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.