Elegant Sidmouth & A Little Bit of Heaven in Devon

With unspoilt coast and countryside, enjoy exploring Sidmouth and heavenly Devon with unique journeys onboard the Seaton Tramway and a horse-drawn canal boat, alongside visits to Lyme Regis, Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary and Killerton House.

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Join us for a charming getaway to Sidmouth, one of the most elegant resorts in the West Country. With unspoilt coast and countryside, enjoy exploring heavenly Devon with unique journeys onboard the Seaton Tramway and a horse-drawn canal boat, alongside visits to Lyme Regis, Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary and Killerton House.

INCLUDES

Return Optimum coach travel

Escorted by a Skills Holiday Host

4 nights half board

Excursions to Lyme Regis & Seaton

Admission to Killerton House & Gardens

Visit to Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary

Journeys on the Seaton Tramway & a Tiverton Canal horse-drawn barge

Free time in Sidmouth

Day 1

Today, we embark on a leisurely journey to our hotel with plenty of stops along the way for your comfort.

Day 2

We experience a little bit of heaven in Devon this morning by climbing aboard one of the very last horse-drawn barges in the country today. On this journey in time down the Tiverton Canal, our skipper will share exciting stories and anecdotes throughout the canal, horses and the area's history. This afternoon, we visit Killerton House and Gardens, a Georgian country home with a beautiful year-round garden filled with rhododendrons, magnolias, and formal lawns, promising a visual treat for all.

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Day 3

Nestled beneath majestic red cliffs and green hills of the glorious Sid Valley, you'll have every opportunity to explore the lovely seaside town of Sidmouth in your own time today. Spend your day however you'd like, whether enjoying a leisurely walk-through of beautiful gardens, exploring Regency era history, visiting friendly seaside shops or exploring the red cliffs and clean sandy beaches of the Jurassic Coast.

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Day 4

After breakfast, we set off for the charming resort of Lyme Regis on Dorset's Jurassic Coast, affectionately known as the "Pearl of the Dorset Coast." Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the picturesque seafront before heading to The Cobb, the town's lively harbour, famed for its appearances in films such as The French Lieutenant's Woman and Jane Austen's Persuasion. Alternatively, wander into the quaint town centre, where you can indulge in a variety of culinary delights and browse an eclectic mix of independent shops at your leisure. After some free time, we also visit Seaton, where we include a ride on its unique tramway; operating on narrow-gauge heritage trams, our journey will travel alongside the River Exe Valley through two nature reserves and offers unrivalled views of the abundant wildlife!

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Day 5

After bidding farewell to our hosts, we also visit Sidmouth's renowned Donkey Sanctuary, home to hundreds of charming residents who have found their forever home. Lovingly cared for by the charity, they're ready and waiting to meet you. You'll also find award-winning gardens and scenic coastal paths to engaging exhibits before we continue our journey home.

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Royal York & Faulkner Hotel 3* (Sidmouth)

Overlooking the English Channel, our well-appointed hotel is just a one-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of Sidmouth's Fore Street.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
Restaurant
Lounge
Spa
Lift

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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Alfreton	Bus Station, Hall Street, Alfreton, DE55 7BT
Arnold	High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Beeston	Lace Road, behind Sainsbury's Petrol Station Beeston, NG9 2LA
Bulwell	Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Chesterfield	Coach Station, Beckingham Way Chesterfield, S40 1TH
Derby	Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY
Heanor	Market Place, Wilmott Street (Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG
Ilkeston	Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place, Ilkeston, DE7 5QB
Leicester	St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Leicester Fosse Park	Leicester Fosse Park, Bus Stop, Fosse Park Avenue Next to ASDA (opposite petrol station), LE3 2LL
Long Eaton	The Green, Outside The Butchers, Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ
Loughborough	Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Lutterworth	George Street, Outside Wycliffe Rooms Lutterworth, LE17 4EG
Mansfield	Fire Station Bus Stop, Rosemary Street Mansfield, NG19 6AA
Nottingham	Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Ripley	Market Place, Express Stand Ripley, DE5 3FJ
Rotherham	Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield	Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG
Toton	Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane Notts, NG9 7JA