Yarn Market Hotel

Yarn Market Hotel A welcoming, dog-friendly hotel and restaurant in the heart of Dunster, Exmoor. Explore our special offers and enjoy a relaxing stay
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Our independent 3* family-run hotel prides itself on friendly service. Situated in the Medieval village of Dunster within Exmoor National Park, we specialise in walking holidays and special interest breaks, as well as catering for families and individual guests. We offer a warm welcome to all who want to enjoy the magnificent surroundings of Exmoor and West Somerset.

02/06/2026

“A negative mind will never give you a positive life.”

It’s a simple sentence, but there is a lot of truth in it.

Many of us spend our days rushing from one thing to the next, carrying stress, worries, endless to-do lists, and sometimes forgetting to pause. The result? We feel tired, overwhelmed, and disconnected from the things that bring us joy.

That is one of the reasons we love our guided walking breaks at Yarn Market Hotel.

Walking isn’t just about reaching a destination. It’s about slowing down, noticing the landscape around you, breathing fresh air, sharing conversations, and giving your mind the space it often doesn’t get in everyday life.

On Exmoor, surrounded by open moorland, coastal views, ancient woodland and beautiful villages, something shifts. Problems feel a little smaller. Thoughts become clearer. Smiles come more easily.

Movement is not a punishment. Movement is joy.

Whether you’re an experienced walker or simply looking for a positive reset, our guided walking breaks are designed to help you reconnect with nature, with others, and perhaps even with yourself.

Join us and discover what a few days on Exmoor can do for your mind and body.

For bookings and enquiries:📧 [email protected]📞 01643 821425

01/06/2026

Still deciding what to do this weekend? Exmoor has already made the plan for you.

From 5th–7th June 2026, we’re hosting our General Walking Break at Yarn Market Hotel in Dunster — a 2-night walking weekend for people who want fresh air, beautiful views and a proper reason to step away from the usual routine.

No overthinking the route.
No wondering where to go.
No trying to organise everyone yourself.

Just arrive in Dunster, settle in, and enjoy a weekend of guided walks, coast and countryside views, good company and the kind of Exmoor scenery that makes you slow down without even trying.

This break is ideal if you enjoy walking, want a short outdoor escape, or simply fancy a sociable weekend away in one of Somerset’s most beautiful villages.

Your weekend includes:
Guided walking routes
Coast and countryside views
A welcoming hotel stay in Dunster
Time outdoors exploring Exmoor

Join us from 5th–7th June and make this the weekend you actually get out walking.

For bookings and enquiries:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01643 821425

Some things are worth seeing twice.Back in May, Sir Nigel Gresley turned heads as it passed through Dunster. People stop...
29/05/2026

Some things are worth seeing twice.

Back in May, Sir Nigel Gresley turned heads as it passed through Dunster. People stopped what they were doing, cameras appeared from pockets, and for a few moments everyone watched one of Britain’s most iconic steam locomotives roll by.

The good news? It’s coming back.

On 3rd, 4th and 5th July, Sir Nigel Gresley will return to the West Somerset Railway and will stop at Dunster Station, giving visitors another chance to experience this remarkable piece of railway history.

Why not make a weekend of it?

Stay with us at Yarn Market Hotel, explore the village of Dunster, discover Exmoor, and enjoy the unique atmosphere that only a heritage railway can create. Whether you’re a lifelong railway enthusiast or simply enjoy seeing something special, this is one of those events that makes a visit to Somerset even more memorable.

Will you be there when the legend returns?

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Not every hotel stay comes with the chance to see one of Britain’s most iconic steam locomotives pass through the countr...
26/05/2026

Not every hotel stay comes with the chance to see one of Britain’s most iconic steam locomotives pass through the countryside.

This July, the legendary Sir Nigel Gresley returns to the West Somerset Railway on 3rd, 4th and 5th July — and if you’re staying in Dunster, you’re perfectly placed to experience it.

There’s something special about hearing a steam train before you see it. The sound echoing through the landscape, people stopping to watch, cameras appearing from nowhere… it turns an ordinary day into a memory.

Make a few days of it. Stay with us at Yarn Market Hotel, explore Exmoor, wander through Dunster, and catch a glimpse of Sir Nigel Gresley during your visit.

Rooms won’t stay available for long on railway weekends — so if this has been on your list for a while, now’s the time.

You could spend this bank holiday scrolling through other people’s weekends.Or you could wake up tomorrow in Dunster, pu...
24/05/2026

You could spend this bank holiday scrolling through other people’s weekends.
Or you could wake up tomorrow in Dunster, pull on your walking boots, and spend the next few days exploring Exmoor properly.

This guided walking break at Yarn Market Hotel starts tomorrow — and right now, the paths, the coast, the hills, the village pubs, and the fresh Exmoor air are all waiting for a few more people to say yes.

The funny thing about breaks like this is that people almost never regret booking them.
They regret not booking them.

Because a few days away walking with good people does something that a normal weekend at home rarely does. Your head clears. You sleep properly. You remember what it feels like not to rush.

And the best part?
You do not need to organise anything.

We guide the walks.
We sort the food.
We provide the base in the middle of beautiful Dunster.

You just arrive.

So if part of you has been thinking:
“I need a break.”
“I need fresh air.”
“I need to get away for a few days.”

This is probably the moment to stop overthinking it.

📍 Guided Walking Break
📅 25th–28th May 2026
📞 Last-minute spaces available — message or call now to join us.

Some things are worth slowing down for.At Dunster Castle, a rare Mexican Furcraea is beginning to bloom after six years ...
22/05/2026

Some things are worth slowing down for.

At Dunster Castle, a rare Mexican Furcraea is beginning to bloom after six years of careful growing — and this is no ordinary flower. It blooms only once before dying, making it one of those quiet, fleeting moments in nature that you either catch… or miss.

So perhaps this is your sign to treat yourself to a few days in Dunster.

Stay with us at Yarn Market Hotel, wander through the village, visit the castle gardens, and make a small escape out of something truly unusual happening just up the road.

Because sometimes the best reason to go away is not a big event or a long itinerary.

Sometimes it is simply this:a rare flower,a beautiful village,and a few days to breathe.

Book your stay with Yarn Market Hotel and enjoy Dunster at its most quietly remarkable.

Two lovely reasons to visit Dunster this May.Whether you’re planning a day among beautiful gardens or an evening of musi...
21/05/2026

Two lovely reasons to visit Dunster this May.

Whether you’re planning a day among beautiful gardens or an evening of music during the Dunster Classical Music Festival, Yarn Market Hotel is here to help you make more of your visit.

Current offers at Yarn Market Hotel:

Open Gardens Weekend Special
Planning to explore Porlock Open Gardens on 30th & 31st May? Stay with us in the heart of Dunster and enjoy easy access to Porlock, Greencombe Gardens, and The Walled Gardens of Cannington.

3 nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
£330 per person
No single supplement
Quote: “Open Gardens Weekend Special Price £330”
Please note: transport and garden admissions are not included.

Dunster Classical Music Festival Dining
Over the Bank Holiday Weekend, we’ll be serving evening meals for concertgoers to enjoy before or after the music.

Festival guests who pre-book dinner and present their concert ticket can enjoy a free glass of house wine or fruit juice with their meal.

Please book in advance to check availability.

Make the most of Dunster this May — good food, warm hospitality, beautiful surroundings, and a peaceful place to return to after your day out.

To book or enquire, please contact Yarn Market Hotel directly.

Address

25-33 High Street
Minehead
TA246SF

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 10pm
Thursday 7:30am - 10pm
Friday 7:30am - 10pm
Saturday 7:30am - 10pm
Sunday 7:30am - 10pm

Telephone

+441643821425

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