Heritage railways · South West England
West Somerset Railway
Also known as: Minehead Railway
In or near Dunster.
West Somerset Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Spring – autumn
- Nearest railway station
- Washford · 1.4 km
- Family-friendly
About
West Somerset Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom — a preserved or volunteer-run line carrying tourist services. Also known as: Minehead Railway. Coordinates: 51.1696°, -3.3545°.
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Place summary
West Somerset Railway is a heritage railway located in South-West England, specifically in the parish of Old Cleeve, postcode TA23. Originally known as the Minehead Railway, it operates a scenic route through the Somerset countryside, preserving historical railway heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 51.1696, -3.3545
- District
- Somerset
- Parish
- Old Cleeve
- Postcode
- TA23 0JT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Tiverton and Minehead
- Nearest railway station
- Washford — 1.4 km
Sources
- osm: w583834238 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
West Somerset Mineral Railway
Historic bridges · 0.8 km
West Somerset Mineral Railway
Historic bridges · 0.8 km
Warren Bay Holliday Village
Campsites · 1.0 km
West Somerset Railway
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Tropiquaria
Zoos & aquariums · 1.0 km
Washford Radio Museum
Museums · 1.0 km
Washford Transmitting Station
Gardens · 1.1 km
Clyden's Cross, Prayer Cross (remains)
Memorials & monuments · 1.1 km
Washford
Museums · 1.2 km
Warren Farm Campsite
Campsites · 1.2 km
Church of St Decuman, Watchet
Historic churches · 1.3 km
St Andrew's Church
Historic churches · 1.3 km
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Places to stay
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Warren Bay Holliday Village
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Somerset Railway?
- West Somerset Railway is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TA23 0JT), in the parish of Old Cleeve.
- What is West Somerset Railway?
- West Somerset Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to West Somerset Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Washford, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode TA23 0JT.
- How do I get to West Somerset Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Washford, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TA23 0JT.