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Living in Minehead
Thinking about moving to Minehead? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools and transport connections are like - and of course the most important thing of all: how much houses cost to buy.
Your guide to moving to Minehead
Why Minehead is a good place to live
Living in Minehead is a delightful experience. First on the list of its many assets is its prime location — sandwiched between Exmoor National Park and the sea, it boasts a stunning variety of natural views and landscapes. It's also the town that begins the South West Coast Path National Trail, the UK’s longest walking trail. For family fun and enjoyment, the Butlins holiday camp is a highly popular destination in the area. Throw in the added bonus of a variety of good schools that includes St Michael's CofE, Dunster First, and Minehead Middle – it's hard to resist moving to Minehead!
What's Minehead famous for?
Minehead is famous for a variety of things. Firstly its popular Butlins holiday camp, which is often sought after for family holidays. The town is also known for its association with illustrious literary figures like Arthur C. Clarke – who was born here – and is believed to have inspired Samuel Taylor Coleridge's 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner'. Annual festivals like All Tomorrow’s Parties and the local May Day tradition involving locals dressing up in joyful costumes also contribute to what makes Minehead famous.
Things to do in Minehead
One will never run out of things to do in Minehead. For nostalgic charm, nothing beats a ride on the West Somerset Railway that runs through the scenic Somerset countryside. The old town, Quay Town, and Quay Street offer a beautiful splash of history with their steep lanes and cottages. At Dunster, one can soak up its quaint medieval village charm, complete with cobbled pavements, cozy tearooms, and the exceptional Reeves restaurant for a gastronomic adventure. Finally, few things can top the experience of enjoying a tranquil pint in The Luttrell Arms, a rustic olde world pub with cozy amenities.
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Average asking prices in Minehead today
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Properties currently for sale in Minehead
Whether you're looking to buy a family home or a beautiful apartment, we've got you covered.
£245,000
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms1
2 bed end terrace house for sale
Irnham Road, Minehead, Somerset TA24Guide price
£625,000
- Bedrooms5
- Bathrooms5
- Living rooms2
5 bed bungalow for sale
Parkhouse Road, Minehead TA24Guide price
£350,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms3
3 bed detached house for sale
Millbridge Road, Minehead TA24£300,000
- Bedrooms6
- Bathrooms3
- Living rooms4
6 bed semi-detached house for sale
Summerland Avenue, Minehead, Somerset TA24
Transport in Minehead
Find the nearest train stations and other transport links in Minehead.
Local connections
- Minehead Harbour
- Ferry Port
- 0.6 miles / 1.0 km
- Barry Waterfront Ferry Terminal
- Ferry Port
- 16.1 miles / 25.9 km
Schools in Minehead
Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Minehead.
Education in Minehead
- St Michael's Church of England First School
- Ages: 5 - 9 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2019)
- Minehead First School
- Ages: 2 - 9 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2024)
- Minehead Middle School
- Ages: 9 - 13 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Serious weaknesses (2023)
- West Somerset College
- Ages: 13 - 19 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Requires improvement (2023)
- Dunster First School
- Ages: 4 - 9 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2018)
- Timberscombe Church of England First School
- Ages: 2 - 9 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
Local pubs in Minehead
Queens Head Inn
Minehead, Somerset, TA24Old Ship Aground
Minehead, Somerset, TA24Britannia Inn
Minehead, Somerset, TA24The Britannia Inn is one of the oldest free houses in the Minehead area serving real ales in a traditional environment.
Stags Head
Dunster, Minehead, TA24Welcome to The Stags Head Inn Exmoor.
Blue Anchor Hotel
Blue Anchor, Minehead, TA24