Blackpool & The Grand National - Festival Zone - 2026

Duration: 4 days
Board Basis: Half Board
Tour Ref: D2TCAL22376

Holiday Summary

Travel Type: Coach

4 days

4 Days Away

And…… we’re off for a four day break to enjoy the buzz and drama of the famous Grand National! The Grand National is the ultimate test of bravery and stamina as the best steeplechasers and their riders take on the most challenging fences in horse racing. With inclusive admission to the Festival Zone Aintree and coach transfers to and from the racecourse.
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£319 per person

PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.

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What's Included?

Coach travel with reserved seating
Three nights dinner, bed and breakfast at The Silversands Hotel, Blackpool.
Evening entertainment
Admission to the Festival Zone at Aintree for the thrilling Grand National
Time to enjoy the delights of Blackpool

The Grand National - a 4.5 mile handicap steeplechase featuring 30 of the most testing fences and hurdles in the world of jumps racing. Up to 40 runners and riders must complete full circuits of a unique 2¼ mile (3,600 metres) course, in front of 150,000 spectators at Aintree Racecourse (as well as an estimated worldwide TV audience of 600 million across over 140 countries!). Aintree, on the outskirts of Liverpool has hosted the Grand National Festival since 1839.

The Festival Zone is the largest and most atmospheric enclosure at Aintree, with access to view the Parade Ring, Winners Enclosure and Red Rum Lawn.

Blackpool - With its many visitor attractions, traditional seaside charm and award-winning beaches, it’s not surprising that so many holidaymakers visit this popular resort.

The Silversands Hotel - Located in the lovely South Shore area of Blackpool, the popular Silversands Hotel sits opposite the promenade, offering delightful sea views from many rooms and communal areas. The hotel offers comfortable accommodation, with plenty of facilities to help you feel at home. You’ll be able to enjoy delicious full English Breakfasts and traditional meals in the welcoming dining room, perfect for refuelling after a long day of exploring.

The Grand National

The Grand National

The Grand National

Even if you don’t follow horse racing - every year, there is one fascinating horse race that’s bound to get your heart racing.

The Grand National is a 4.5 mile handicap steeplechase featuring 30 of the most testing fences and hurdles in the world of jumps racing. Up to 40 runners and riders must complete full circuits of a unique 2¼ mile (3,600 metres) course, in front of 150,000 spectators at Aintree Racecourse (as well as an estimated worldwide TV audience of 600 million across over 140 countries!). Aintree, on the outskirts of Liverpool has hosted the Grand National Festival since 1839.

A unique course

The current course opened in 1839 – the longest jump racing distance in the UK and features 16 wooden fences dressed in distinctive Lake District spruce, each of which are jumped twice with the exception of The Chair and the Water Jump, which are jumped on the first circuit only.

It’s not just the unique course which makes the race so fascinating – it’s the event’s unpredictable history.

No dress code – but a good excuse to dress up

The Grand National Festival starts with Opening Day, followed by Ladies Day and then Grand National Day. Contrary to popular belief, there is no dress code - but it’s a good excuse to dress up!

The Festival Zone

It's Aintree’s most atmospheric enclosure

The Festival Zone is the largest and most atmospheric enclosure at Aintree – offering a relaxed experience with views over the closing stages of every race including The Grand National.

Your zone pass gives you access to a lot

While your Festival Zone Pass does not give you full access to the racecourse – it does however give you access to a lot! Live music and entertainment, plenty of food, drink, betting facilities and big screens are found throughout the area.

You’ll have the opportunity to get a good look at the runners before you place your bets (at the Parade Ring), as well as access to the winner’s enclosure (where the winning horses are reunited with their owners and trophies are presented).

And it's got the best places to drink!

You’ll get access to The Irish Bar, which has screens and betting facilities of its own, as well as the iconic Red Rum Garden, a hive of activity and entertainment - complete with Red Rum statue, a tribute to the most iconic winning horse at Aintree.

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Insurance

Holiday Insurance Tailored to You!

At Caledonian Travel, we always do everything we can to ensure your holiday runs as smoothly as possible from start to finish. Travel insurance is a vital aspect to booking a holiday, giving you protection against unforeseen circumstances that could otherwise spoil your holiday.

To provide you with a holiday insurance policy designed with our customers in mind, we’ve teamed up with specialist insurance providers Towergate Travel. Some of the benefits of our insurance policy include:

Covid-19 cancellation if diagnosed within 14-days of departure included *
Emergency medical expenses on breaks outside the UK included *
All ages are considered, plus there are no premium loadings if you are over 65
24-hour English speaking emergency assistance
Low or no excess charges
Cover from only £9.95 including IPT!

A year-round resort

Blackpool is a coastal town full of character, by the Irish Sea in the Northwest of England. It’s the UK’s most popular seaside resort – and that’s in the summer AND winter.

In the summer, traditional seaside novelties like fish and chips, amusements, piers and long stretches of golden sand siren the masses.

From autumn to winter, it’s the world-famous Blackpool Illuminations light up the town, attracting 3.5 million visitors every year. Many local establishments now trade all year round.

Take a unique trip around Blackpool

The only surviving first-generation tramway in the UK provides a unique trip around town. A number of the original fleet are still available to ride, and there are illuminated trams running September to January - the best seat to see the Illuminations!

A playground for kids – and adults alike

There is so much to do and see in Blackpool, whether you’re 5 or 50! There are many top attractions – including:

Golden beaches
The Pleasure Beach
BlackpoolZoo,
SEA LIFE aquarium,
Tower Dungeons,
Winter Gardens,
Opera House,
Black Tower Ballroom,
Madame Tussauds and
And the iconic Blackpool’s Tower, the town’s landmark,modelled on The Eiffel Tower in Paris.

Accommodation

The Silversands Hotel, Blackpool The Silversands Hotel, Blackpool

Located in the lovely South Shore area of Blackpool, the popular Silversands Hotel sits opposite the promenade, offering delightful sea views from many rooms and communal areas.

The hotel offers comfortable accommodation, with plenty of facilities to help you feel at home. You’ll be able to enjoy delicious full English Breakfasts and traditional meals in the welcoming dining room, perfect for refuelling after a long day of exploring. You can also relax in the bar lounge area, where you’ll find a wide range of non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks for you to enjoy. Each of the 40 rooms come complete with en-suite bathrooms, all of which can be accessed via a lift or stairs. You also get a television and tea and coffee making facilities in every room. Before you head upstairs to get a great night’s sleep, you can enjoy the live entertainment – from comedians to singers, with quizzes and bingo.

The hotel is located opposite Blackpool Pleasure Beach, so it is in the ideal location for a fun family break, and with easy access to the beach, a great day out couldn’t be easier! The South Pier is also just a short walk away. Known as the most ‘adrenaline-powered’ of the three piers, you can enjoy the head-spinning thrills of the Crazy Coaster and the SkyCoaster or sample tasty cocktails at The Gin House!

Hotel features:
• All bedrooms with en-suite facilities
• TV & tea/coffee making facilities in room
• Cabaret lounge
• Entertainment most evenings
• Bar
• Free Wi-Fi in public areas and bedrooms Back to top

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