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| Minehead,
on the north coast of Somerset, between Exmoor and the sea,
the town was once a fishing village, now caters for a large
number of holidaymakers every year. The parish church used to
have a beacon to guide travellers on Exmoor and help ships into
the harbour.
The town has a harbour,
beach and promenade, all sheltered by the hills inland, and
is the home of a large, and popular, Butlins holiday camp
recently revamped. You can visit Butlins on a day ticket to
try the rides and use the pools.
North Hill is above
the town and gives good views across the town and the Bristol
Channel. Visit Blenheim Gardens with its model village.
There is a Tourist
Information Centre in the town.
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Map of Minehead |
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What
To See -
Minehead Tourist Attractions
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 West
Somerset Railway,
one of the longest private railways, goes to Watchet then on
to Bishops Lydeard outside Taunton, steam and diesel, shop etc,
telephone for details 01643 707650 as only operates Apr-Oct
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Selworthy,
off A39 between Porlock and Minehead, preserved model village
in the centre of the National Trust Holnicote Estate, walks
and wanders, even up to Selworthy Beacon for the views.  |
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on A39 west, at Washford, housed in the buildings of a radio
mast, there is an indoor jungle, aquarium, gardens, play areas,
and a collection on vintage radios, shop, etc, Tel: 01984 640688
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Quantoxhead and Watchet,
off the A39 eastwards, East Quantoxhead is a small village,
almost classic, near the coast, whilst Watchet has a working
harbour. Just two of the small villages and hamlets along the
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Sydenham Country Park,
east along the A39 turn south on the B3190 then left on the
B3188, park around a 16th century hall, over 500 acres of woods,
with walks, play areas, fishing, Tel: 01984 656284
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Abbey,
east along the A39,12th century abbey, well preserved with an
exhibition, Tel: 01984 640733 Open:
Apr-Oct |
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Where
To Stay in Minehead
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Guest
Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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Cheapest room - based on price data supplied
Prices from: £45 a room
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Blue Anchor Bay Minehead TA24 6LB MAP
Standing in its own grounds, the hotel is in an elevated position in the small village of Blue Anchor. This small friendly hotel has become renowned for its particular blend of comfort and personal service.
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Roadwater, Exmoor Watchet TA230QY
18th Century stone cottage of considerable character in pretty village at foot of Brendon Hills in Exmoor National Park. Exposed beams, flagstone and wood floors, wood burner and open fire. Fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, ... Sleeps 6
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6a Irnham Road Minehead TA24 5DN
Tel: 01643 705479 A beautifully presented fully equipped two bedroom cottage located in central Minehead on the edge of Exmoor National Park. A short walk to the sandy beach and all amenties.
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Around
The Minehead Area
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trip along the coast on the A39 towards Lynmouth,
or try Dunster with its castle. |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Dunster (2.10 miles) Porlock (5.18 miles) Exford (8.68 miles) Dulverton (11.94 miles) Simonsbath (12.85 miles) Lynmouth (15.28 miles) Lynton (15.57 miles) Flat Holm (19.35 miles) South Molton (20.32 miles) |
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