TUESDAY - June 4

Clevedon to Visit West Somerset Railway and Minehead

Waverley

Join the coach at Clevedon Pier to travel to Bishops Lydeard Station to take the steam train to Minehead. You can enjoy some time in Minehead before joining Waverley at the harbour for the return trip by paddle steamer.

Inclusive coach connection from Clevedon to visit the West Somerset Railway and Minehead.

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  • Accessibility explained

We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all passengers, including those with accessibility needs. We categorise the accessibility of departure points and destinations as follows:

No restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility.
May have access restrictions depending on local tidal conditions.
Has access restrictions with no step-free access.

Cruises that include coach or tender boat transfer may further affect accessibility. Please check with our Booking Office prior to booking.

Detailed accessibility information and guides can be found on our Accessibility Information page here.


Status: Sold out
Departure point: Clevedon

Clevedon Pier, The Beach, BS21 7QT

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Clevedon Pier is a traditional Victorian Pier therefore there is no lift or step free access from the pier walkway to Waverley, please note there may be up to 66 steps to reach the gangway depending on the height of tide. Wheelchairs cannot be carried down the stairs. Those with limited mobility should be aware of the need to use stairs. Bikes must be pushed along the pier and carried down the stairs to the gangway. Dogs can board on selected short sailings; dog owners should consider their pet’s suitability to travelling down the stairs to the ship. Limited on street parking in areas behind the sea front. Pay and display parking Hawthorns, BS21 7RG. clevedonpier.co.uk Public Transport: Regular buses from Bristol served by Services X6, X7 and X7a. X6 is the 'fast' service, but does not call at Clevedon Pier. Nearest stop is Elton Road, on the Sea front and 5 minutes walk to Pier. Service runs every day, but only until early evening. X7 and X7a are the 'slow' routes, serving Nailsea and Backwell Station. Run until late evening, and stop at Pier Gates, except late evenings and on Sundays. Otherwise, disembark at Elton Road. X5 and X11 provide infrequent services from Portishead and Weston-super-Mare. By Rail: train to Bristol Temple Meads, bus 8 (or taxi) to Bristol Bus station and bus (X6/X7 as above). Alternatively, Yatton rail station and pre-booked taxi. Car Park: Hawthorns, Elton Rd, BS21 7RG. There is some free on street parking in areas behind the sea front. All passengers joining Waverley at Clevedon are requested to arrive at the pier entrance gate at least 30 minutes before the advertised departure time to ensure sufficient time to walk down the pier.

Accessibility category: Accessibility category:
Has access restrictions with no step-free access.
Step free up to gangway: Step free up to gangway: No, between 2 and 6 flights of stairs must be used at Clevedon.
Wheelchair accessible: Wheelchair accessible: No. Wheelchairs cannot be carried down the stairs.
Additional info: Additional info: Passengers are advised that they may be required to use up to 6 flights of stairs before reaching the ship's gangway.

General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.

For: Visit West Somerset Railway and Minehead

Enjoy a trip on the West Somerset Railway - at just over 20.5 miles in length it is the longest standard gauge heritage railway in the UK.

Date: Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Leave: 10:45am
Arrive: 1:50pm
Time ashore at Visit West Somerset Railway and Minehead
Return: 5:45pm
Back at: 8:30pm
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