Minehead Station Christmas Market and Service from Bishops Lydeard to Minehead return.

Step into the magic of the festive season at the West Somerset Railway Christmas Market, taking place on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November, from 10am to 4pm each day.

Browse a wonderful selection of seasonal stalls, soak up the festive atmosphere, and discover unique gifts, handcrafted treasures, and delicious treats perfect for Christmas.

Access to Minehead Station will be free!

However, if you wish to make your visit even more special we have our exclusive steam-hauled Christmas Market service, departing Bishops Lydeard at 10:30am and travelling through the stunning Somerset countryside to Minehead. This special service is available exclusively to pre-booked passengers, making it a truly memorable festive experience.

Choose from two ticket options:

• Bishops Lydeard to Minehead return
• Williton/Watchet to Minehead return

Passengers joining at Williton will depart at 11:04am, while those boarding at Watchet will depart at 11:13am.

After enjoying the Christmas Market and all that Minehead has to offer, your return journey will depart Minehead at 15:30, arriving back at:

• Watchet – 16:03
• Williton – 16:13pm
• Bishops Lydeard – 16:50

With tickets expected to be in high demand and availability limited, early booking is strongly recommended to avoid disappointment.

To make your festive railway adventure even more enjoyable, why not add one of our special extras? Choose from a delightful hamper for two, a warming cookie and hot chocolate package, or festive goodie bags to make your day even more memorable.

Join us for a magical Christmas experience combining heritage steam travel, festive shopping, and seasonal cheer for the whole family.