Elegant Sidmouth & A Little Bit of Heaven in Devon

Day 1

Today, we embark on a leisurely journey to our hotel with plenty of stops along the way for your comfort. Our August visit to stunning Sidmouth coincides with the annual Folk Festival, a week-long showcase celebrating the best of traditional music, dance and song (additional ticket required for some events).

Day 2

Experience a little bit of heaven in Devon by climbing aboard one of the very last horse-drawn barges in the country today. On this journey back in time down the Tiverton Canal, our skipper will share exciting stories and anecdotes throughout the canal, horses and the area's history. After our trip, we continue our homeward journey. 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.

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.

Day 4

Today, we head to Lyme Regis a picturesque seaside town famous for its rich maritime history, highlighted by its historic harbour, which has served as a backdrop for many literary works and films. 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!

Day 5

After bidding farewell to our hosts, we visit Sidmouth’s Donkey Sanctuary to meet its furry residents. After our visit, we continue our homeward journey.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner