Escape to Minehead
Nestled on the northern coast of Somerset, Minehead is a wonderful destination for anyone looking for a traditional English seaside holiday. It's within easy reach of Exmoor National Park, and aside from the beauty of this area and its sandy beach, the town is dotted with great things to see and explore, such as the 14th century St Michael's Church, Blenheim Gardens, and a great range of facilities for golf, windsurfing and sailing.
Explore Exmoor National Park
Exmoor National Park is a truly amazing part of England, offering a different breathtaking view after every hill you mount and every corner you turn. If you're looking for a place to reconnect with nature and leave behind the stresses of day-to-day life, Exmoor is certainly the place to find it. Visitors can enjoy long walks and cycles along the highest cliffs in England, followed by a classic cream tea while you soak in surrounding idyllic views.
Climb aboard the West Somerset Railway
As the longest heritage line in the UK the West Somerset Railway is a must-see attraction for anyone passing through the area. A ride on one of its historic steam engines will take you on a magical, meandering ride through the Quantock Hills and along the Bristol Channel Coast, with many interesting stops along the way, including Crowcombe Heathfield Station, a location for the Beatles A Hard Day's Night.
Planning a trip to Minehead? Travelodge Wellington Somerset Hotel is just under an hour away by car.