Yarn Market Hotel medieval village of Dunster, near Minehead

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Yarn Market Hotel

25-33 High Street
Dunster
Somerset
England
TA24 6SF
United Kingdom

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The Yarn Market Hotel is a unique establishment located in the medieval village of Dunster, in Somerset, England. Nestled in the heart of Exmoor National Park, this family-friendly hotel takes its name from the iconic Yarn Market that stands directly opposite, a symbol of Dunster's history as a centre for cloth trade. The Yarn Market Hotel offers a blend of historical charm, modern comfort, and friendly service, making it an ideal retreat for visitors to the region.

The rooms at The Yarn Market Hotel are comfortable and well-equipped, each offering a unique blend of traditional style and modern amenities. The hotel prides itself on its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to excellent service. Guests can enjoy a variety of delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant, which specialises in traditional English fare prepared with locally sourced ingredients.

Given its prime location in Dunster, the Yarn Market Hotel provides easy access to a range of local attractions. Dunster itself is a village steeped in history, with its medieval castle, ancient yarn market, and well-preserved tithe barn. Exmoor National Park, with its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife, offers numerous opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby coastline of Somerset, with its charming seaside towns and beautiful beaches, is also within easy reach. With its blend of historical charm, comfortable accommodation, and prime location, The Yarn Market Hotel offers an ideal base for exploring the best of Somerset and Exmoor.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 143 feet / 43.6 metres above sea level

Beaches near this Hotel distance in miles.

Dunster North West Beach

Near Minehead - a sandy shingle and pebble composition 1.1 miles away. The close of two Dunster beaches to Minehead, Close to Warren Point and backed by a golf course and close to Butlins Holiday Camp.this Beach is northerly facing into the Bristol Channel with distant views of South Wales o a good day. A popular walkers beach with a pebble head to the beach

Dunster South East Beach

Near Minehead - a sandy shingle and muddy composition 1.1 miles away. One of two Dunster beaches (North and South) this particular beach is the furthest from Minehaed towards Blue Anchor Bay with a nature reserve behind the beach , The Hawn. The beach has a mixture of sand, shingle and it starts to get muddy to the eastern end of the beach .

Minehead The Strand Beach

Near Minehead - a sandy composition 1.7 miles away. Effectively an extension east of Minehead beach and closer to the Butlins holiday complex

Madbrain Sands

Near Minehead - a sandy composition 1.8 miles away. The Easterly the beaches and Minehead, a large expanse of sandy beach

Minehead Beach

Near Minehead - a sandy composition 1.9 miles away. a sandy beach closer to the end of the shopping high street and the mWest Somerset Railway terminus

Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Disabled Facilities
Lift / Elevator
Spa services or Sauna
Indoor Pool
Meeting Rooms
Conference Space
Garden
Limited Hour Front Desk
Room Service
Laundry Services
Luggage Storage
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Fishing
Golf
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International Airports

Cardiff Airport
Rhoose Vale of Glamorgan
CF62 3BD
15.5 miles
Exeter Airport
Clyst Honiton Devon
EX5 2BD
31.5 miles

Local Airports

Westonzoyland Airfield
Westonzoyland Somerset
TA7 0LZ
23.5 miles
Cardiff Heliport
Cardiff Cardiff
CF10 4LZ
23.6 miles

Motorways

M5 Junction 27
Tiverton, Barnstaple
18.8 miles
M5 Junction 26
Wellington
19.3 miles
M5 Junction 23
Glastonbury, Wells,Bridgewater
20.1 miles

Railway Stations

Rhoose Cardiff International A
station code = RIA
CF62 3DB
14.2 miles
Llantwit Major
station code = LWM
CF61 2XD
15.7 miles

Ferry Ports

Ilfracombe Harbour sailing to ->

Lundy Island Harbour

Address:
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 9EQ

29.0 miles

Bideford Quayside sailing to ->

Lundy Island

Address:
Bideford
Devon
EX39 2HE

34.9 miles

Hotels near Yarn Market Hotel Minehead

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Dunster Yarn Market -
TA24 6SF

SS 99151 43815

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This Grade I listed building and scheduled monument under thje care of English Heritage and managed by the National Trust is an Octaganal timber building in the centre of the village. this monument to the yarn industry hosts farmers from Exmoor on Sundays over the summer months with displays and demonstrations

0m / 0km - 0 minutes walk

Dunster Castle Gardens -
TA24 6SW

SS 98969 43403

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The gardens surround the castle, with heavy planting and pleasant walks, some down to the river Avill which runs though the gardens crossed by stone bridges

0.3m / 0.5km - 4 minutes walk

Dunster Museum & Doll Collection -
TA24 6SF

SS 99148 43792

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A museum charting the history in the local area plus a large doll collection from all over the world located in Dunster close to Minehead

0m / 0km - 0 minutes walk

Dunster Working Watermill -
TA24 6SW

SS 99097 43338

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A restored 18th-century working watermill on the River Avill producing ground flour which can also be pourchased in the nearby shop, there are also tearooms nearby

0.3m / 0.5km - 5 minutes walk

Dunster National Park Centre -
TA24 6SE

SS 99239 43886

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A great place to go to find out about the Exmoor National Park, places to see and local attractions, with an exhibition room

0.1m / 0.2km - 1 minutes walk

Dunster Gallox Bridge -
TA24 6SR

SS 98963 43235

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A 15th-century stone bridge over the River Avill protected by English Heritage, a pleasant walk from the village centre of Dunster

0.4m / 0.6km - 6 minutes walk

Dunster Butter Cross -
TA24 6RT

SS 98816 43874

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Designated a Grade II listed building and ancient monument, this 15th century stone cross (minus the cross) , originally in the village centre, it was later moved to a new position just outside villge

0.2m / 0.3km - 3 minutes walk

Minehead and West Somerset Golf Club -
TA24 5SJ

SS 98417 46442

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An 18 hole links and parkland course, bordering the beach at Minehead, a little west of the town centre.

1.7m / 2.7km - 25 minutes walk

Dunster Castle -
TA24 6SL

SS 99178 43472

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The castle, operated by the National Trust is located high up on a Tor above the village of Dunster. A former motte and bailey castle was was later converted to a country mansion though it still retains its castle appearance

0.2m / 0.3km - 3 minutes walk