Minehead

Minehead
Minehead viewed from Grabbist Hill
Minehead
Location within Somerset
Population	11,981 (2011 census)
OS grid reference	SS970460
Civil parish	Minehead
Unitary authority	Somerset West and Taunton
Ceremonial county	Somerset
Region	South West
Country	England
Sovereign state	United Kingdom
Post town	MINEHEAD
Postcode district	TA24
Dialling code	01643
Police	Avon and Somerset
Fire	Devon and Somerset
Ambulance	South Western
UK Parliament	Bridgwater and West Somerset

Minehead is a seaside town and civil parish in Somerset, England. It is in the borough of Somerset West and Taunton.

In 2011, the town had a population of 11,981. It is close to the border with Devon.

The town is 21 miles (34 km) north-west of Taunton, Somerset's county town.

It is close to the Exmoor National Park.

Minehead is famous for being the location of Butlin's Minehead, a popular holiday camp owned by Butlin's.

The town is the starting point of the South West Coast Path, the longest countryside walking trail in the United Kingdom.

Twinning

Minehead has one twin town. It is twinned with:

• Saint-Berthevin, France

Gallery

• 
  Minehead from the west
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  Butlin's Minehead
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  Minehead beach