Join The West Somerset Railway at Bishops Lydeard and enjoy a 10 mile long nostalgic journey to Minehead, where you have 3 hours to enjoy your afternoon.
Join The West Somerset Railway at Bishops Lydeard and enjoy a 10 mile long nostalgic journey to Minehead, where you have 3 hours to enjoy your afternoon.
Keeping the magic of steam alive on Britain's longest heritage railway - The West Somerset Railway extends from Bishops Lydeard to Minehead : 10 miles and 9 restored stations. Wether you are looking for a nostalgic ride back in time through the delightful Devon & Somerset countryside, or to study the industrial heritage that the line preserves - all are waiting the be discovered.
In Minehead, There are beaches to explore, a fishing quarter and an historic harbour. Theres a 14th Century church on the hill and the much-photographed historic Church Steps. Take a walk down the tree-lined Avenue and visit the selection of tea rooms, pubs and independent shops in the town centre.
Wed 28th August
Depart from Chickerell 09:00 - Portland 09:30 - Weymouth 10:00 - Dorchester 10:30
Arrive at Bishops Lydeard by 12:00 noon
Steam Train departs at 12:30 - Arrives Minehead 13:50
There will be time at leisure to enjoy the delights of Minehead with the sandy beach and esplanade just across the road from the station. A short stroll brings you to the busy harbour with its colourful boats and stone built quay. The town's tree-lined main street offers plenty of cafes, pubs, restaurants and shops.
Coach departs Minehead at 17:00
Return to Dorchester by 19:00 - Weymouth 19:30 - Portland 19:50 - Chickerell 20:15
Inclusive Coach & Train fare
£55 Adult, £53 Senior, £43 Child
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address |
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Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth |
Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
Yeovil QSM | Yeovil, Opp. Quick Silver Mail on Dorchester Road. |
From Price | Book Now | Call Back | Telephone | Favourites |
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