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Minehead is a civil parish and coastal town located in the English county of Somerset. It sits on the southern bank of the Bristol Channel, around 21 miles from Taunton and 12 miles from the county of Devon. Minehead has a total population of around 10,330 residents, making it the most heavily populated town in the local government district of West Somerset, says Vernon Pethard, Managing Director ofwww.newhomesforsale.co.uk,the top new homes property website in the UK.

Minehead has a very interesting and colourful history. The town has been inhabited since the Iron and Bronze Ages. Prior to the Norman Conquest, Minehead was held by William de Moyon and then later his by descendants. By the medieval period, the town had become a key trading hub in the area. However, most trade was transferred to larger ports in the twentieth century. Today, tourism makes up the bulk of the local economy.

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Things To See And Do In Minehead:

Cloutsham Ball: Holnicote Estate is situated between Porlock and Minehead and, at around 12,500 acres, is said to be one of Britain’s largest National Trust holdings, being gifted to the Trust in 1944 by the Acland family. Cloutsham Ball is one of the various sections of this estate that was planted with trees in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. These old oaks offer miles of delightful walking with breathtaking views over the nearby river valleys together with glimpses of the unique Exmoor ponies and red deer that graze these hills.

Holnicote Estate: The Holnicote Estate is a diverse landscape of moors, woodland, coast and farms in the centre of Somerset, near Minehead. Covering more than 12,500 acres, the estate is rich in plant life, birds and animals. There are over 100 miles of trails across the area that are signposted and managed by the National Trust. Views from Selworthy and Dunkery Tor are breathtaking.

Rural Life Museum: The Rural Life Museum is housed in a spectacular old school house. A school existed on this site during 1821 and 1981 and then later the museum was founded in the year 1983. There’re three main collections, each displayed in a separate room. The first collection is dedicated to domestic artefacts, restoring a rural kitchen from centuries ago. The second one focuses on industry and the third on farming.

St. Michael’s Church: St. Michael’s Church is one of the most outstanding landmarks in Minehead, being located high above the ground on the North Hill. It offers breathtaking views across the hills and valleys south of the town. There are some excellent brasses within the building. The church originally served Higher Town; however, it now shares ministry with St. Andrew’s located in the town centre.

Famous People Born In Minehead:

Though a small town, Minehead has produced a number of world famous people over the years. Some of the most prominent ones include science fiction writer Arthur C. Clarke, renowned physical geographer Richard Chorley and Chief Executive of The Terrence Higgins Trust, Sir Nick Partridge.

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