Buses and Parking 2023
THE CANDLELIGHT BUSES ONLY TAKE CASH.
THERE IS NO CASH MACHINE IN DUNSTER VILLAGE.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT THE ROAD CLOSURE THROUGH DUNSTER IS NOW FROM
4.30pm to 10pm FRIDAY and 3.30pm TO 10pm ON SATURDAY.
Please note that Coach Regulations have changed which means the Candlelight buses will no longer pick up passengers from any of the villages between Watchet, Williton or Wheddon Cross en route to Dunster. They will only run from the main starting points which are Minehead , Watchet, Williton and Wheddon Cross.
THERE IS NO CASH MACHINE IN DUNSTER VILLAGE.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT THE ROAD CLOSURE THROUGH DUNSTER IS NOW FROM
4.30pm to 10pm FRIDAY and 3.30pm TO 10pm ON SATURDAY.
Please note that Coach Regulations have changed which means the Candlelight buses will no longer pick up passengers from any of the villages between Watchet, Williton or Wheddon Cross en route to Dunster. They will only run from the main starting points which are Minehead , Watchet, Williton and Wheddon Cross.
Minehead
For disabled parking please return to the Information Drop down.
Bus Times from Minehead.
The buses from Minehead will run continuously from 3pm on Friday and Saturday.
The last bus going back from Dunster to Minehead will be about 10.30pm.
Fares: Return or single £5. Young people from 5 years to 17 years £2. toddlers sitting on someones lap are free.
In the past Somerset West and Taunton Council, Parking Charges have been lifted from 5pm on Friday and all day on Saturday in the Warren Road Upper Car Park opposite Butlins in Minehead. This won't be the case this year.
There are a number of large supermarkets in Minehead with car parks, however, parking is limited to a few hours after which time penalty charges may be made.
There is only one main parking area and it is in front of Butlins. This Car Park fills up quickly so it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with areas and streets that have parking in Minehead. There is parking all along the sea front but there is a charge before 6pm, as is the case with several streets, especially near the seafront.
Somerset Council have an up-to-date list of car parks, click here to visit their website.
Bus Times from Minehead.
The buses from Minehead will run continuously from 3pm on Friday and Saturday.
The last bus going back from Dunster to Minehead will be about 10.30pm.
Fares: Return or single £5. Young people from 5 years to 17 years £2. toddlers sitting on someones lap are free.
- Bus passes are NOT accepted as this is a private bus service.
- Dogs are allowed on the buses.
- Bus Departure Points
Follow the road signs from the A39 to find the bus departure places and parking within Minehead.
Buses depart from the entrance to Butlins on the sea front and at the West Somerset Railway station.
In the past Somerset West and Taunton Council, Parking Charges have been lifted from 5pm on Friday and all day on Saturday in the Warren Road Upper Car Park opposite Butlins in Minehead. This won't be the case this year.
There are a number of large supermarkets in Minehead with car parks, however, parking is limited to a few hours after which time penalty charges may be made.
There is only one main parking area and it is in front of Butlins. This Car Park fills up quickly so it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with areas and streets that have parking in Minehead. There is parking all along the sea front but there is a charge before 6pm, as is the case with several streets, especially near the seafront.
Somerset Council have an up-to-date list of car parks, click here to visit their website.
Watchet
atchet Candlelight Bus Timetable
Buses from Watchet will run on a continuous loop approximately every half-hour starting at:-
4.15pm. FRIDAY
3.30pm SATURDAY
Last Bus back will leave Dunster at 9.15pm.
Fares: Return or single £5. Young people from 5 years to 17 years £2. toddlers sitting on a lap are free.
Car Parking Charges
Unfortunately Car Parking Charges will be NOT be lifted in the Watchet Car Parks during the time the Special buses carrying people in to Dunster are running. Most car parks in Watchet are free after 6pm but not before, please check the notice boards when you park. Somerset Council have an up-to-date list of car parks, click here to visit their website.
Buses from Watchet will run on a continuous loop approximately every half-hour starting at:-
4.15pm. FRIDAY
3.30pm SATURDAY
Last Bus back will leave Dunster at 9.15pm.
Fares: Return or single £5. Young people from 5 years to 17 years £2. toddlers sitting on a lap are free.
- Bus passes are NOT accepted as this is a private bus service.
- Dogs allowed on the buses.
- Candlelight Watchet Pickup Point
Harbour Road Car Park (TA23 0ET)
There are no pick up points now between Watchet and Dunster.
Car Parking Charges
Unfortunately Car Parking Charges will be NOT be lifted in the Watchet Car Parks during the time the Special buses carrying people in to Dunster are running. Most car parks in Watchet are free after 6pm but not before, please check the notice boards when you park. Somerset Council have an up-to-date list of car parks, click here to visit their website.
Williton
Williton Candlelight Bus Timetable
Buses from Williton will run on a continuous loop approximately every half-hour starting at:-
4.15pm. FRIDAY
3.30pm SATURDAY
Last Bus back will leave Dunster at 9.15pm.
Fares: Return or single £5. Young people from 5 years to 17 years £2. toddlers sitting on a lap are free.
Williton Council Car Park Location
Killick Way
Williton
TA4 4QA
Somerset Council have an up-to-date list of car parks, click here to visit their website.
Car Parking Charges
Unfortunately Car Parking Charges will be NOT be lifted in the Williton Car Parks during the time the Special buses carrying people in to Dunster are running. The Main car parks in Williton is free after 6pm but not before, please check the notice boards when you park.
Buses from Williton will run on a continuous loop approximately every half-hour starting at:-
4.15pm. FRIDAY
3.30pm SATURDAY
Last Bus back will leave Dunster at 9.15pm.
Fares: Return or single £5. Young people from 5 years to 17 years £2. toddlers sitting on a lap are free.
- Bus passes are NOT accepted as this is a private bus service.
- Dogs allowed on the buses.
- Candlelight Williton Pickup Point
Bus Stop at Fore Street, Williton (TA4 4PX) on the main road.
There are no pick up points now between Williton and Dunster.
Williton Council Car Park Location
Killick Way
Williton
TA4 4QA
Somerset Council have an up-to-date list of car parks, click here to visit their website.
Car Parking Charges
Unfortunately Car Parking Charges will be NOT be lifted in the Williton Car Parks during the time the Special buses carrying people in to Dunster are running. The Main car parks in Williton is free after 6pm but not before, please check the notice boards when you park.
Wheddon Cross
Wheddon Cross Candlelight Bus Timetable
Buses from Wheddon Cross will run on a continuous loop approximately every half-hour starting at:-
4.30pm. FRIDAY
3.30pm SATURDAY
Last Bus back will leave Dunster at 9.15pm.
Fares: Return or single £5. Young people from 5 years to 17 years £2. toddlers sitting on a lap are free.
New Cattle Market/Market Business Park (TA24 7DT)
PLEASE DRESS IN WARM CLOTHING AND BRING A TORCH AS THERE IS LIMITED LIGHTING AND NO SHELTER IN THIS CAR PARK. There are no charges for Parking at Wheddon Cross.
The bus drop off and pick up Point at Dunster is the Junction of A396 and Park Street.
Due to new Coach regulations please note the buses will not pick up anywhere between Wheddon Cross and Dunster
No Car Parking Charges
Parking is at the New Cattle Market/Market Business Park (TA24 7DT) and is free.
Buses from Wheddon Cross will run on a continuous loop approximately every half-hour starting at:-
4.30pm. FRIDAY
3.30pm SATURDAY
Last Bus back will leave Dunster at 9.15pm.
Fares: Return or single £5. Young people from 5 years to 17 years £2. toddlers sitting on a lap are free.
- Bus passes are NOT accepted as this is a private bus service.
- Dogs allowed on the buses.
New Cattle Market/Market Business Park (TA24 7DT)
PLEASE DRESS IN WARM CLOTHING AND BRING A TORCH AS THERE IS LIMITED LIGHTING AND NO SHELTER IN THIS CAR PARK. There are no charges for Parking at Wheddon Cross.
The bus drop off and pick up Point at Dunster is the Junction of A396 and Park Street.
Due to new Coach regulations please note the buses will not pick up anywhere between Wheddon Cross and Dunster
No Car Parking Charges
Parking is at the New Cattle Market/Market Business Park (TA24 7DT) and is free.
