Walking and Rambling in Minehead

Walking

Overview

If you're planning on staying at YHA Minehead, why not download a free map and get out exploring?

All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area at your own pace. 

Alcombe
A pleasant route across Alcombe Common and to the village
Moderate route (PDF, 0.8MB)
2.2 miles, takes 1h - 1h 45m

Dunster and Minehead
A great walk to picturesque Dunster and along the seafront to Minehead
Moderate route (PDF, 1MB)
6.9 miles, takes 3h - 5h

Hurlstone Point
A rewarding walk through woodland, picturesque villages, open moorland with coastal views, and the town of Minehead
Challenging route (PDF, 0.9MB)
15.4 miles, takes 7h 30m - 12h

All our walking routes are tried and tested to help you explore this beautiful part of England. To assist with route selection and planning, you’ll also find a description of the hazards and facilities, accessibility information and points of interest on the maps.

What makes it special

  • Explore the local area at your own pace
  • Tried and tested walking routes with detailed instructions
  • Points of interest highlighted along the way

Useful guides 

Want to understand more about our maps or develop your walking skills? Here are some useful guides we have created to help you to prepare for your chosen walk

Hostels nearby

Walking and Rambling in Minehead

Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6EW

Map references

OS Map:
181
OS Grid Ref:
SS973442
Lat/Lng:
51.18786, -3.470875

Other things to do nearby

  • Watersports

    Watersports in Minehead

    Wimbleball Lake is only 40 minutes away, where you can learn to kayak, canoe, sail and fish with all the equipment provided.

  • Mountain biking

    Mountain biking in Minehead

    Exmoor and the Quantock Hills remain a key mountain biking destination - a must for any enthusiasts. Get out and about on your bike and enjoy the rolling landscape.

  • Cycling

    Cycling in Minehead

    There are plenty of road cycling opportunities around Minehead, it's quite a hilly location so it's better suited for more advanced cyclists.

  • Dunster Castle

    Dunster Castle

    Dramatically sited on top of a wooded hill, with panoramic views, a castle has existed here since at least Norman times.

  • West Somerset Railway steam train

    West Somerset Steam Railway

    A twenty mile scenic journey back in time through the gently rolling Quantock hills from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard on a steam train. Visit the website  

  • Cleeve Abbey

    Cleeve Abbey

    The Cistercian abbey of Cleeve is a haven of peace and tranquillity, said to contain the finest cloister buildings in England. Visit the English Heritage website for Cleeve Abbey.

  • Exmoor Safari

    Exmoor Safari

    Explore Exmoor by Land Rover using seldom used tracks and ancient byeways - look for the elusive deer and famous Exmoor ponies. Visit the Exmoor Safari website

  • Couple canoeing

    Watersports in Exford

    This lovely area is great for water sports, so whatever mode of water transport takes your fancy, take the plunge and enjoy some fun on, or in, the water!

  • Holnicote Estate

    Holnicote Estate

    Explore the high heather moorland, ancient woodlands and dramatic cliffs, interspersed with picturesque villages and farms. Visit the website

  • Wimbleball Lake Country Park

    Wimbleball Lake Country Park

    13.5 miles Majestic Lake with miles of lovely walks, trout fishing and tuition in sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and rowing. Visit the website

  • The Exmoor Pony Centre

    Exmoor Pony Centre

    The centre aims to promote and conserve the Exmoor pony.  Meet the resident ponies or take to the saddle for a taster session. Visit the Centre's website  

  • a couple of horse riders on the Devon moors

    Brendon Manor Stables

    Explore Exmoor on horseback - ride across open countryside, through valleys and rivers including the famous Lorna Doone Valley. Visit the Stable's website

  • Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway, funicular railway carriage

    Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway

    Enjoy stunning views of the coastline as you glide up the track from Lynmouth at the foot of the cliffs to Lynton 500ft above.  Opened in 1890, the famous Lynton and Lynmouth funicular Cliff Rail

  • Exmoor, coastal path through Valley Of The Rocks

    Exmoor National Park

    Stunning landscapes, wilderness and tranquillity - enjoy Exmoor on foot, horseback or bike to appreciate this beautiful area, especially the Valley Of Rocks on the South-West Coastal Path and the Tark