Heritage railways · South West England
West Somerset Railway
In or near Tolland.
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
- Williton · 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. Coordinates: 51.1553°, -3.3005°.
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Place summary
The West Somerset Railway is a heritage railway located in South-West England, specifically in the parish of Sampford Brett (postcode TA4). It operates a scenic route through the countryside, showcasing historical steam and diesel locomotives.
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- Coordinates
- 51.1553, -3.3005
- District
- Somerset
- Parish
- Sampford Brett
- Postcode
- TA4 4LH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Tiverton and Minehead
- Nearest railway station
- Williton — 1.4 km
Sources
- osm: w28614215 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Sampford Brett War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.3 km
Williton
Museums · 1.2 km
Arden Cottage
B&Bs · 1.5 km
Williton
Villages · 1.7 km
Bakelite Museum
Museums · 1.9 km
West Somerset Railway
Heritage railways · 1.9 km
Curdon Wood Camp
Vineyards · 2.1 km
Church of St George, Bicknoller
Historic churches · 2.1 km
West Somerset Railway
Heritage railways · 2.3 km
West Somerset Railway
Heritage railways · 2.3 km
West Quantoxhead
Villages · 2.4 km
Five Bells Hill
Mountains & hills · 2.5 km
Nearby
📷 3Memorials & monuments · South West England
Sampford Brett War Memorial
Sampford Brett War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
📷 5📷 7📷 5📷 5Museums · South West England
Bakelite Museum
Bakelite Museum is a museum in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Heritage railways · South West England
West Somerset Railway
West Somerset Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near West Somerset Railway
Places to stay
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📷 5Caravan parks · South West England
Doniford Bay Caravan Park
Doniford Bay Caravan Park — a caravan park in england south west.
📷 5Campsites · South West England
Home Farm Holiday Centre
Home Farm Holiday Centre — a campsite in england south west.
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📷 2Campsites · South West England
St Audries Bay Holiday Club
St Audries Bay Holiday Club — a campsite in england south west.
📷 5Campsites · South West England
Warren Bay Holliday Village
Warren Bay Holliday Village — a campsite in england south west.
Places to eat & drink
📷 6Historic pubs · South West England
West Somerset Hotel
West Somerset Hotel in England South West, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Historic pubs · South West England
The Carew Arms And Attached Outbuilding
The Carew Arms And Attached Outbuilding in England South West, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · South West England
The Butchers Arms
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📷 7Cafés · South West England
Castle Coffee House
Castle Coffee House — a café in england south west.
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East Somerset Railway
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Somerset Railway?
- West Somerset Railway is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TA4 4LH), in the parish of Sampford Brett.
- 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 Williton, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode TA4 4LH.
- How do I get to West Somerset Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Williton, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TA4 4LH.