Weston Super Mare & Longleat Festival Of Light

Itinerary

What's Included?

• Coach travel with reserved seating
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the Midland Hotel, Weston super Mare
• Turkey & Tinsel celebrations
• Time to enjoy Weston super Mare
• Visit to explore the delights of pretty Minehead
• Excursion taking in the historic appeal and charm of Bath and its Christmas Market
• Visit to Longleat House and Gardens, plus the spectacular Festival of Lights

Weston super Mare - Dominated by long stretches of glorious beaches, Weston super Mare is rich in Victorian history. Take a stroll along the seafront and magnificent beach (one of the longest and naturally occurring beaches in the UK) in this bustling seaside resort. Visit the Bay Café, located at the former iconic Tropicana Lido, which was home to Banksy’s Dismaland Exhibition in 2015, enjoy the delights of Grand Pier or even take a donkey ride for traditional seaside fun!

The Festival of Light - Longleat’s iconic Wiltshire estate is transformed into a world of magic and wonder as the park displays more than 7,000 lanterns in 10 miles of silk, blinking Christmas lights, twinkle lights, lights exhibition, fairy lights, 25 miles of LED lights, 30 tons of steel frames illuminated structure, and more!

Bath - Located in the stunning county of Somerset, this ancient city has been a top destination for well-being since Roman times. Discover 2,000 years of history with a visit to the Roman Baths Museum. Indulge in some relaxation time at the Thermae Bath Spa, Britain’s only natural thermal spa which combines state-of-art with traditional facilities.

Minehead - Referred to as the gateway to Exmoor, pretty Minehead is a fantastic seaside resort. There are beaches to explore, a fishing quarter and an historic harbour. There’s a 14th Century church on the hill and the much-photographed historic Church Steps. Take a walk down the tree-lined Avenue and visit the selection of tea rooms, pubs and independent shops in the town centre

The Midland Hotel - Well located on the seafront of Weston super Mare, overlooking the Bay and the Grand Pier. Enjoy its tasty home-cooked food and live entertainment or relax in the lounge bar with fabulous sea views. The welcoming Midland Hotel offers comfortable accommodation in relaxing surroundings.

Weston super Mare

Weston super Mare

Dominated by long stretches of glorious beaches, Weston super Mare is rich in Victorian history. Take a stroll along the seafront and magnificent beach (one of the longest and naturally occurring beaches in the UK) in this bustling seaside resort. Visit the Bay Café, located at the former iconic Tropicana Lido, which was home to Banksy’s Dismaland Exhibition in 2015, enjoy the delights of Grand Pier or even take a donkey ride for traditional seaside fun!

The clean and tidy promenade is home to an array of shops selling everything you could want for a day beside the seaside. For a quieter beach experience why not wander to Marine Cove, a small cove where you can stroll from the cove onto Knightstone Island or along the Causeway. Why not visit Weston Museum for a hands on history from the pre-historic age right up to the 21^st Century. You can also discover the art, media and culture of this quintessentially English seaside resort. Browse artwork by Thomas Gainsborough, see archaeology from Roman dwellings and even fossils and animal skeletons belonging to creatures that roamed Weston super mare millions of years ago. Weston super Mare also has a range of parks and green spaces for your enjoyment. Take a stroll through beautiful Grove Park, home to Jill’s Garden, in memory of local TV presenter Jill Dando, or Clarence Park with its play area, bowling club and the popular Oliver’s Café.

For a family fun day out why not visit Pirate Adventureland! Find your treasure whilst taking on the 18 hole Adventure Golf, walk the plank along the high ropes course that spans the whole of Pirate Adventureland. It’s sure to be a swashbuckling day out giving you a treasure trove of memories. Visit the Helicopter Museum, with over 80 helicopters on display in the largest collection of Rotorcraft in the world. Sit and watch the world go by at the Town Square and Italian Gardens, with lush, green lawns and fountains to relax and enjoy.

Bath

BathEnjoy a coach holiday visiting Bath, an elegant city rich in traditional heritage, cultural attractions and beautiful green spaces.  Located in the stunning county of Somerset, this ancient city has been a top destination for wellbeing since the Roman times. 

Discover 2,000 years of history with a visit to the Roman Baths Museum. Indulge in some relaxation time at the Thermae Bath Spa, Britain’s only natural thermal spa which combines state-of-art with traditional facilities. Marvel at the incredible buildings in the city, one of the reasons why it has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Sie. The city was truly transformed during the Georgian period, and is still home to some of the UK’s most impressive architecture from that era. 

Visit the iconic Royal Crescent, built in the 18th century and a much-visited landmark in Bath. Overlooking Royal Victoria Park, the sweeping crescent of Grade I listed houses, a popular location for dramas and films. Explore fascinating museums, inspiring art galleries, and scenic gardens within Bath’s compact city centre. It’s a destination that really does have something for everyone and is also ideal for exploring on foot.

Minehead

MineheadReferred to as the gateway to Exmoor, pretty Minehead is a fantastic seaside resort. There are beaches to explore, a fishing quarter and an historic harbour. There’s a 14th Century church on the hill and the much-photographed historic Church Steps. Take a walk down the tree-lined Avenue and visit the selection of tea rooms, pubs and independent shops in the town centre

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Accommodation

The Midland Hotel, Weston super Mare The Midland Hotel, Weston super Mare

Well located on the seafront of Weston super Mare, overlooking the Bay and the Grand Pier. Enjoy its tasty home cooked food and live entertainment or relax in the lounge bar with fabulous seaviews. The welcoming Midland Hotel offers comfortable accommodation in relaxing surroundings.

Hotel features: 

• All bedrooms with en-suite facilities
• TV and tea/coffee making facilities
• Bar and lounge
• Restaurant
• Entertainment
• Outdoor terrace
• Lift to all floors

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