Cream Of Devon - Barnstable
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TANG4738
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
5 Day - Tour No AB5155
Our new tour is based at a luxurious 4 star hotel in the centre of North Devon, nr Barnstaple.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
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Included in Cost
Included in Cost- Coach travel
- 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast
- entrance to Arlington Court and NT Carriage Museum
- single train journey on West Somerset Railway
- guided tour of factory at Quince Honey Farm
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Itinerary
Day 1 Morning departure for the journey to North Devon and the hotel near Barnstaple for a four night stay.
Day 2 This morning you will visit Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum. A complete family estate with a collection of treasures for all tastes. The Carriage Museum in the stables has a vehicle for every occasion from cradle to grave. You will then visit Quince Honey Farm for a guided tour of their Honey Factory (including honey tasting), a talk about bees and beekeeping in the pollinator-friendly gardens. There will also be the chance to visit the Nectary Restaurant and Shop.
Day 3 Travel through scenic Exmoor to Bishops Lydeard at the foot of the Quantock Hills for a single train journey on the UK’s longest heritage railway, the West Somerset Railway. Enjoy a relaxing ride through the stunning countryside to Minehead for free time and a chance for some lunch before travelling to Lynton for a visit before returning to the hotel.
Day 4 A visit to Ilfracombe for some free time to explore this seaside town and enjoy lunch before travelling to the town of Barnstaple with its unique and colourful history where you will see a mix of old and new as you wander round the town. You must visit the Pannier Market where you can sample some of the local food produced by proud local farmers, fishermen and bakers.
Day 5 After breakfast, depart the hotel and commence the homeward journey.
Accommodation
Holiday Hotel The Park Hotel
Nestled amidst lush greenery, this park side setting exudes a tranquil ambience to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. All standard bedrooms are en-suite with TV, WiFi, safe, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift, bar, restaurant and gardens.
NB: Guests are welcome to use the leisure facilities of the Barnstaple Leisure Club at their nearby sister hotel, The Barnstaple Hotel, for free. This includes their indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, as well as their state-of-the-art fitness suite.
Single room supplement £80
2 double rooms for sole use £160
6 superior twins £80 per person
Holiday insurance £36