# West Somerset Railway, Minehead — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Experience nostalgic steam travel through stunning Somerset countryside aboard heritage trains, with year-round special events, onsite dining, and full accessibility for all visitors. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/attractions/west-somerset-railway (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Railways & Transport # West Somerset Railway The Railway Station, Warren Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14513109196030556190&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Kay-Helge Hercher](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/103121458014501282147) **In short:** West Somerset Railway is an attraction in Minehead, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 288 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## 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](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112316433951511896991/reviews) ★★★★★ Despite the weather, it was a lovely day seeing all the lovely locomotives, and the staff were lovely and friendly. · via Google [Jo Cooper](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105017910744721886105/reviews) ★★★★★ Thoroughly enjoyed our first visit. Fascinating, lovely staff, so interesting. · via Google [Mark Stothard MA ARPS](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101379386424648363252/reviews) ★★★★★ 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](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110815057719623365171/reviews) ★★★★★ 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](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.2070489%2C-3.4696321) **Category** Railways & Transport **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (288 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 0-12 **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Minehead [More attractions in Minehead](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/attractions) ★ 4.7 (288 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01643 704996](tel:01643704996) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Minehead **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3R6G4J+R4 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x486dddfbfa718eed:0x1b21a9f78e8f0668!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x486dddfbfa718eed:0x1b21a9f78e8f0668!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Minehead Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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West Somerset Railway is best for ages 0-12. ### Is West Somerset Railway wheelchair accessible? West Somerset Railway has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at West Somerset Railway? Yes: paid car park. ### How do I contact West Somerset Railway? Call West Somerset Railway on +44 1643 704996. ## More near West Somerset Railway ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Beach Hotel ★ 4.3 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/hotels/the-beach-hotel-minehead) - [Beachside Cottage ★ 5.0 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/hotels/beachside-cottage) - [Stones Hotel Bar and Restaurant ★ 4.3 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/hotels/stones-hotel-bar-and-restaurant) - [Waverley B & B ★ 4.8 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/hotels/waverley-b-b) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Beachside Cottage ★ 5.0 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/somerset/cottages/beachside-cottage-bcbside) - [Archie's 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/somerset/cottages/archies-syk1155233) - [1 Tregonwell Court 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/somerset/cottages/1-tregonwell-court-syk1082857) - [Hill View 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/somerset/cottages/hill-view-uk50853) ### Campsites nearby - [Minehead Camping and Caravanning Club Site ★ 4.7 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/camping/minehead-camping-and-caravanning-club-site) - [Butlins Minehead Caravan Hire ★ 4.5 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/somerset/camping/butlins-minehead-caravan-hire) - [Moor Wood Campsite ★ 4.9 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/camping/moor-wood-campsite-minehead) - [Marshwood ★ 4.8 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/camping/marshwood-minehead) ### Things to do nearby - [Minehead Eye ★ 4.7 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/attractions/minehead-eye) - [Channel Adventure Minehead ★ 4.7 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/attractions/channel-adventure-minehead) - [Minehead Beach ★ 4.7 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/attractions/minehead-beach) - [West Somerset College Community Sports and Leisure Centre ★ 4.4 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/minehead/attractions/west-somerset-college-community-sports-and-leisure-centre)