Watchet

Watchet is a bustling harbour town, with a new marina and a station for the West Somerest Railway. The town's early prosperity was based on sea trade and the harbourside is still a popular spot. A statue of the Ancient Mariner stands on the promenade, celebrating links with Samuel Taylor Coleridge.

The Heritage Trail takes a trip back through the 1000 years of Watchet's history as a busy sea port.

Photo copyright Sue Upstone.

Road Directions

From M5, exit at J23 and follow A39 toward Minehead. After approx. 16 miles turn right onto B3190 signposted to Watchet. Turn left over railway after approx. 2 miles, into the town.