MINEHEAD | Exploring the holiday seaside town of Minehead, Somerset
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- čas přidán 4. 03. 2023
- Minehead is a holiday seaside town in Somerset in southwestern England. This town boasts a Butlins holiday camp, a stunning coastline, and a fascinating history that make it an ideal holiday destination for visitors of all ages.
One of the biggest draws of Minehead is its stunning natural beauty. The town is nestled between the rolling hills of Exmoor National Park and the stunning coastline of the Bristol Channel, making it the perfect place to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, and swimming. The area is also home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the country, including the wide, sandy beach at Minehead itself.
For those who love history and culture, Minehead is full of fascinating sights and attractions. The town has a rich maritime history, and visitors can learn more about this at the Minehead Maritime Museum. There are also a number of historic landmarks in the town, including St. Michael's Church, which dates back to the 15th century, and the charming old harbour, which is still used by local fishermen today.
Another highlight of a holiday in Minehead is the food. Somerset is known for its delicious local produce, including cider, cheese, and meat. Visitors can sample these tasty treats at local pubs, restaurants, and markets throughout the town.
In terms of accommodation, Minehead has a wide range of options to suit all budgets and preferences. From cosy bed and breakfasts to luxurious hotels, there is something for everyone in this charming seaside town.
Finally, Minehead is also an ideal base for exploring other parts of Somerset and beyond. The nearby town of Dunster is home to a stunning castle and some of the most beautiful gardens in the country, while the city of Bristol is just a short drive away.
Overall, Minehead is a wonderful holiday destination that offers something for everyone. Whether you want to relax on the beach, explore the countryside, or learn more about local history and culture, this charming town has it all.
There are many things to see and do in Minehead, Somerset, but here are five of the top attractions:
The West Somerset Railway: This is a heritage railway that runs steam and diesel trains between Minehead and Bishops Lydeard. The journey offers stunning views of the Somerset countryside and is a great way to explore the area.
Dunster Castle: This 1,000-year-old castle is located just a few miles from Minehead and offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of the area. The castle is surrounded by beautiful gardens and offers stunning views of the countryside.
Minehead Beach: This is a wide, sandy beach that is perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and other water activities. The beach is also a great place to take a stroll and enjoy the fresh sea air.
Exmoor National Park: This stunning national park covers over 260 square miles and offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. Visitors can explore the park on foot, by bike, or by car and enjoy views of rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and dramatic coastline.
Minehead Museum: This small museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Minehead, with exhibits on local industries, maritime history, and the town's role in World War II. The museum is located in a historic building on the seafront and is a great place to learn more about the town's past.
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So glad I live here!
Very relaxing to watch with great camera work .
Thank you so much
You do a beautiful video thank you so much
Thank you too
Thank you for the nice walk !!! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Minehead, we love it. A place to live when we are retired? Maybe
looks cold there roll on the sun good scenery and row of shops stayed at porlock once nearyby and exmoor up on the hill is spectacular
Had a couple of happy family holidays here. Lovely to see it again. Great video!👍🏻❤️
Thank you! You too!
I went there with my parents at age 11, and I loved It, also the flying Scotsman was there for a visit my dad was dribbling with pleasure seeing It, I would love to go there again one day 😊
Thank you for doing the place were i live!!!
Our pleasure! Hope we did a good job
You did!!
If you are thinking of going there the coastal path up North hill to the top is well worth the effort for the wonderful views. Also old Minehead with its steep cobbled street and old thatched fisherman cottages behind St Michaels Church is also worth a visit.
My late uncle who we rarely saw after the 90s, worked at minehead Butlins
Thanks Neil another place I've not been
Hello Neil how are you amazing vidio you are fantastic have a good holiday best wishes take care stay safe xx
I love Minehead , what you see is what you get .
Honest little place , good to be a base for exploring n/Devon .
Can be as quiet or as busy as you like .The choice is yours.
With the Railway (Preserved ,steam and diesels) , and a good modern more upmarket Butlins .Its a great place to stay .
Been to it loads of times , in the past 30 yrs ,or so .
The people who live here are so lucky to have this on their doorstep. Thanks - got up as far as Porlock, but didn't visit Minehead. Beautiful place!
That was a beautiful place to walk round and visit and the beach as well and the shops fish and chips lunch cafes and I bet it will be very busy in the summer and seeing a holiday place for a stay for a few days or weeks thanks again enjoyed your coffee
Thanks Elaine!
have a lovely weekend and week ahead
Thanks for video shame about the weather hope you got your coffee and warmed up thanks for your time
Thanks Pearl
Have a lovely week
Unfortunately, Minehead is a shadow of its former self. When I was a kid the harbour was stank of fish and was always busy with fishermen repairing nets or offloading their catch. It was a proper working fishing harbour. Strings of coloured lights hung from lamppost to post along the seafront, the indoor market sold the best clotted cream in the west. The hospital was a hospital and all the shops were open. Up the top end, there was a brilliant model shop that also sold air pistols, and two more really good toy shops lower down. Even the gift shops were more original than the generic fodder available now. I used to play mini golf in Blenheim Gardens and crazy golf in the sea front amusements. I (still) know every passageway and footpath. Butlins was always there but it hadn't taken over the town then, and there was no direct route to it, you had to come through the town to get there. Everything was tended to and kept up. Now its just another generic hole and most (a lot) of the shops have closed. I used to go up the hill (Bossington) at dawn and stop between the cattle grids, walk seawards and pick mushrooms before the sun came up. Hopcott Close was my second home with a 'just about' view of the sea. I used to get tea and scones at Selworthy.. Still go back occasionally but it makes me sad to see the 'improvements' that have destroyed the character of the place.
Lovely video as always, the blue sky makes it look great, even though it was cold for you.
Thank you very much!
I can handle cold - it's heat I struggle with ha ha
I love Minehead, we’ve been visiting since 1997! I’ve seen the changes and they’ve been positive so far, like the sea defences as one example! We try to go every year. I’d like to end my days here
A good video of MINEHEAD | Exploring the holiday seaside town of Minehead, Somerset!.🤎🤎
went to butlins there many years ago, place might have changed now but minehead was a complete dive, no town to speak of no beach just rocks cant say i would bother again.
I'd like to thank you for your Minehead video. The shells on the front denotes the walk route I think. I have today booked to go again in about 3 weeks time at a hotel/pub called Stones. Thank you again.
So lovely brings back memories, loved the beach there! if you haven't been yet maybe go to North Norfolk places like Wells next the sea with the beach huts along the beach in front of a pine forest it has a beautiful beach too also Holkham beach, Blakeney etc in North Norfolk, also Southwold in Suffolk if you haven't been, just some suggestions :)
Herb Western Newquay Cornwall pleas I find it amazing
Lovely place never been lots of sand not alot of seagulls
ha ha yes!! good point. I hadn't noticed that but now you mention it - where are the seagulls?
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Thank you for this. Going to Minehead this year in August - hope it's a bit warmer! 😃 Have you done Mudeford?
I haven’t yet but just added to my list of places to go! Thank you so much
Thanks for this Neil. Brings back childhood memories of holidays with parents after coming from south London. Really appreciate this. Btw wonder why it had a welsh name when its a 2 hour drive to Wales!
Yeah that's a strange one isn't it!
You staying for the Darts 🤣🤣
Never visited North Devon really only Clovelly which was disappointing..Great to see this area. Have you done the Nefyn Peninsular?
Minehead is in Somerset
It’s again not for me But guessing it’s ok for families at butlins
Great video but I would you would narrate instead of having captions.
I dont' do that on my channel 👍🏻
You really NEED a wind muffler for your mic!!
I’ve got one - (got four!) but they don’t always work in crazy wind