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West Somerset Railway

The Railway Station, Warren Road

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Photo: Kay-Helge Hercher

About West Somerset Railway

Experience nostalgic steam travel through stunning Somerset countryside aboard heritage trains, with year-round special events, onsite dining, and full accessibility for all visitors.

What's nearby

  • The Beach Hotel next door
  • The Jubilee Cafe and Crazy Golf next door
  • Foxes Hotel next door
  • Travis Perkins 150m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Good to know

Parking

  • ✓Paid car park

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible parking
  • ✓Accessible entrance
  • ✓Accessible toilet
  • ✓Accessible seating

Payment

  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

Photos

Photos via Google

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
Closed

What visitors say

lisa beauchamp

Despite the weather, it was a lovely day seeing all the lovely locomotives, and the staff were lovely and friendly.

· via Google

Jo Cooper

Thoroughly enjoyed our first visit. Fascinating, lovely staff, so interesting.

· via Google

Mark Stothard MA ARPS

Steam and Diesel at Minehead. GWR 5100 Class 2-6-2T No. 4160 and Warship Class 42 D832 stand coupled on parallel tracks at Minehead Station. The steam locomotive vents gently, its brass fittings and red buffer beam catching the light. The diesel sits clean and purposeful, its bold yellow front marking a later era of design. Behind them, wooded hills rise above the station and heritage coaches wait quietly. The image records a moment of balance where two generations of railway technology meet, static yet full of latent movement, under clear summer skies on the West Somerset Railway.

· via Google

Sarah Llewellyn

Lovely day out. Great views from the train, stop off at Watchet was cute.

· via Google

People say this railway offers a great experience with plenty to see, including beautiful scenery and well-maintained historic trains. They also highlight the enthusiastic and helpful staff and volunteers. Visitors mention it's a great value day out for vintage railway enthusiasts and a wonderful family attraction.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Address
The Railway Station, Warren Road Get directions
Category
Railways & Transport
Guest rating
4.7 / 5 (288 reviews)
Suitable for
Ages 0-12
Setting
Indoor & outdoor
Good for children
Yes
Destination
Minehead