Discover Hidden Treasure this Summer! 

Famed as a ‘Gateway to Exmoor’, the coastal town of Minehead in West Somerset has lots to offer those looking for a family-friendly seaside staycation.

Nestled between Exmoor National Park on one side and the Quantock Hills on the other, and with the Somerset’s County Town of Taunton just  45-minute scenic drive away (just off the M5), Minehead is perfectly located for a superb family holiday or short break.

Minehead boasts a wonderful long, flat, sandy beach, a fishing harbour, a 14th Century church and easy access to dramatic moorland and coastal walking paths, so there is plenty to explore!

Minehead is a bustling town where you’ll find many a culinary treat from fantastic lively independent cafes, pubs and restaurants, and excellent takeaways for fish and chips on the seafront!

The visitor guide provides all your need to know about the activities, attractions and all that can be experienced and enjoyed on a visit to Minehead. Take a look at the new Minehead Visitor Guide 2021!