
Railway Carriage, Somerset
“Staying in the GWR camping coach was like stepping back in time, with all the charm of the 1950s and the comfort of today.”
For a holiday with a difference, reminiscent of the great seaside escapes of the 1950s, step aboard a recently refurbished, 100-year-old Great Western Railway camping coach. Tucked away in a quiet siding at Blue Anchor station on the West Somerset Railway Line, just a short stroll from a wide sand-and-shingle beach. This unique stay offers the charm and carefree spirit of traditional GWR camping coach holidays, now enhanced with modern comforts. Sleeping six and styled in a classic seaside theme, the carriage is perfectly placed for exploring West Somerset, North Devon, and Exmoor, with attractions including Dunster Castle, Porlock, Doniford fossil beach, Lynton, and Lynmouth. Guests can board a steam train for a scenic coastal journey to Minehead, enjoy the heritage and events of the West Somerset Steam Railway, or visit local highlights such as Watchet, Cleeve Abbey, the Bakelite Museum, and some of Britain’s finest cream tea spots. Nearby, a seasonal shop, two welcoming pubs, and the Driftwood Café, serving fresh local fish, home-cooked meals, and tempting cakes are within easy reach, while Minehead’s sandy beach and seaside amenities are only a short drive away.
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Where:Somerset, England
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Accommodation:Railway Carriage
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When:October 2025
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Room Type:Holiday Home
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Guests:6 Guests
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Board Type:Self Catering
- Entire holiday home
- Torre Cider Farm Nearby
- Private Kitchen & Bathroom
- Tea/Coffee making facilities
- Free Wifi
- *Important* The camping coach is located on a siding of a working railway
- Non-smoking
- No cots/extra beds available
- No Pets
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