Heritage railways · South West England
West Somerset Railway
West Somerset Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Spring – autumn
- Nearest railway station
- Dunster · 0.3 km
- Family-friendly
About
West Somerset Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom — a preserved or volunteer-run line carrying tourist services. Coordinates: 51.1947°, -3.4418°.
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Place summary
West Somerset Railway is a heritage railway located in South-West England, specifically in the parish of Dunster. It is notable for being the longest heritage railway in the UK, offering a scenic route through the Somerset countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 51.1947, -3.4418
- District
- Somerset
- Parish
- Dunster
- Postcode
- TA24 6PJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Tiverton and Minehead
- Nearest railway station
- Dunster — 0.3 km
Sources
- osm: w413367908 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Somerset Railway?
- West Somerset Railway is in South West England, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 51.1947°, -3.4418°. The nearest railway station is Dunster, around 0.3 km away.