Location: Minehead
Top Things to do in Minehead
Top 9 Outdoor Activities in Minehead, England
Minehead is a coastal town and civil parish in Somerset, England. It lies on the south bank of the Bristol Channel, 21 miles (34 km) north-west of the county town of Taunton, 12 miles (19 km) from the border with the county of Devon and in proximity of the Exmoor National Park. The parish of Minehead has a population of approximately 11,981 making it the most populous town in the West Somerset local government district, which in turn, is the worst area in the country for social mobility. This figure includes Alcombe and Woodcombe, suburban villages which have been subsumed into Minehead.
Restaurants in Minehead
1. Channel Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 103 reviews
Adventure awaits, come find it! Channel Adventure offers a diverse range of adventurous activities, outdoor education and personal development programmes. We’re based at The Adventure Centre in Minehead on the edge of the beautiful Exmoor National Park. We also operate at COACH in Taunton. As an AHOEC Gold Standard, fully licensed and insured provider we use the highest quality equipment, finest venues and carefully planned activities to ensure a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for all. Our friendly, professional and highly qualified staff are some of the best in the industry. Come an see us on Minehead seafront in The Adventure Centre to stand-up paddleboard, kayak, hire a bike and much more. If you are arranging a stag/hen party, planning a corporate or school away day or looking for an engaging activity day for the family Channel Adventure has the solution – just contact us.
2. South West Coast Path National Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
The South West Coast Path National Trail is one of the top walks to be found anywhere in the world.Where else can you walk along 630 miles of such superb coastline? The heritage, wildlife, geology and scenery along the way are truly inspirational and every day walking it brings stunning new experiences.Whether you are looking for an afternoon stroll to take you to a beauty spot, or to embark on the challenge of hiking their entire route from Somerset's Minehead on the edge of Exmoor around to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset, or something in between, you’ve come to the right place.
Reviewed By KellyNN16 - Northampton, United Kingdom
I met friends for a walk. I was a first timer. I was staggered by the beauty and by the great state I found the place; clean and well cared for. Loved it.
3. Minehead EYE
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Minehead Eye Skatepark has a huge range of things to do for people of all ages, including adults who haven't grown up yet! The indoor skatepark is open to scooters, skateboards & BMX'S, all available to hire with helmets and pads too. In the front section of the building we have table tennis & table football open to anyone. Upstairs we have a Bouldering Cave where you can practice low level climbing without ropes for all ages. We also have a Cafe on the upper floor overlooking the skatepark that serves hot and cold drinks plus food and its open to everyone not just skaters! There is sofas for those that want to just relax. We also have Free WIFI & a pool table within the cafe. Kids over 10 can be left on their own with parents permission, allowing for some quality time for parents. On the upper floor we also have a rehearsal studio for all music lovers. During the year we put on various clubs and events at the EYE plus so much more so check our website or leaflets for current events!
4. Minehead & West Somerset Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By S6609ZZmarkf
This club is a fantastic venue all year round especially in winter when your parkland course is closed, the pro is John Bickerton who has won on the European tour, they are always very helpful and welcoming, the restaurant has all the facilities you need to finish your day with again welcoming staff
5. Holnicote Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By AnonymousSky
An incredible woodland, reminding me of the rainforests of other countries where I have lived. This is so important to preserve these vital rare sites left in the United Kingdom, Thank you National Trust. I love the forestry management such as leaving the dead trees to rot improving the biodiversity, as opposed to what many places previously did remove rotting wood at the cost of the environment. It is brilliant that the National Trust is reintroducing previously extinct animals such as the European Beaver, please continue this work with many others (Bison, Wolf, Lynx etc.). Towards the end of the walk though you can see farm land which is a real shame. It is such a shame that (some)farmers have felt the need to destroy(along with all their environmental destroying techniques) what was there before them and benefited every organism and that farmers pretend they 'own' the land even though there is no physical process for this. The land is not owned by humans and we are a very small part of the organisms of the earth although unfortunately we know make up 99% of the biomass. We should learn from the Aboriginals. It would be nice if the National Trust took land back from the farmers and the wretched NFU and took the land back to its former glory.
6. South West Coast Path - Culver Cliff Woodland Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
An invigorating 1.3 mile climb on the South West Coast Path through mixed woodland, rich in wildlife and with magnificent views out across the Bristol Channel. The return route drops gently downhill along a Victorian drive built by the Luttrells of Dunster Castle. There is an optional adventurous detour for keen geologists if the tide is low.
Reviewed By VeggiMan - Ingatestone, United Kingdom
Beautiful views and wonderful countryside, there are dozens of footpaths that lead upto and around North Hill from Culvercilff. The going is a little steep in places but manageable by taking rest at the numerous benches.
7. Minehead Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By simonjacquie - Southampton, United Kingdom
lovely town with plenty of small friendly shops, great promenade to walk along, lovely beach for all ages to enjoy, would recommend visiting
8. Butlin's Live Music Weekends
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 588 reviews
If you've attended a Live Music Weekend at Butlin's Minehead, you can leave a review here!
Reviewed By tinadewberry - Dorset, United Kingdom
We had an amazing weekend celebrating a birthday.We were lucky enough to be upgraded for free from a twin chalet to a 4 birth apartment.This meant we had lots of extra space including a lounge,kitchen/dinner.Lots of great bands all weekend as well as silent discos,comedy show,swimming and plenty of restaurants/dinners to choose from. Only downfall was that our apartment was tricky to find when first arriving and it was up 3 flights of outdoor steps,difficult to manouvere with heavy bags. However this was over ruled by the qaulity of entertainment ,to the point that we rebooked for later in the year
9. Exmoor Experience
I have been flying owls and other birds of prey for 12 years at Exmoor Owl & Hawk Centre, and through observation and understanding I let them teach me how to work with them. I take the visitor on a journey of listening and engaging with the birds, to make a connection with their energy and their beauty when flying them to the gloved hand.
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