Dunster:
The medieval village of Dunster is in Somerset within the Exmoor National Park. With it's Castle, Yarn Market, Tithe Barn and a wealth of listed buildings, Dunster is a favourite destination for many tourists. The National Trusts Dunster Castle offers breath taking views over Exmoor and the Bristol Channel.
Minehead:
Minehead is considered the Northern Gateway to Exmoor and is the area’s largest town.
Ideally situated to explore the stunning scenery of Exmoor and the Quantock Hills, Minehead is the starting point of the South West Coast Path National Trail, the nation's longest long-distance countryside walking trail and offers a long flat sandy beach, great for picnics and games – especially as the sand is perfect for sandcastle building!
The promenade with its cafés, bars and shops offers access to the sandy beach and spectacular views across to North Hill.
St Michael’s Church, built in the 14th or 15th Century, can be found on the lower slopes of North Hill and can be accessed from the road or the quaint Church Steps, which is a footpath between
Just a short stroll from the seafront is Blenheim Gardens, Minehead’s largest park, which opened in 1925. These beautiful gardens are open all year with a bandstand and wide variety of free entertainment during the summer months.
The Avenue is Minehead’s main shopping street, just off of the seafront, offering a variety of shops, bars and restaurants.
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