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Relax in the charming seaside resort of Weston-super-Mare, explore England’s smallest city, take a trip on a heritage railway, try some famous a cider and learn about King Arthur in Glastonbury Abbey; that’s Somerset wrapped up!
A Drop of West Somerset’s Heritage & History 2026
West Somerset Railway Credit Lee Robins
Glastonbury Abbey
Sheppy’s Cider Orchards
Wells Cathedral
Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Sheppy’s House of Cider & West Somerset Railway
An earlier start today as we head to Sheppy’s House of Cider for a guided tour behind the scenes of Somerset’s oldest cidermaker families, including a visit to the orchards, a vat house and the press house. The tour ends in the rural life museum where you will find many historical artefacts from farm tools to old cider presses. You will then enjoy a cider tasting with one of the guides. We then head to Bishops Lydeard to board the West Somerset Railway for a one-way journey with lunch to Minehead. On arrival to Minehead, why not explore the fishing quarter and historic harbour or visit the selection of independent shops in the town centre. (Please note: the above train is based on the 2025 timetables and therefore changes may apply).
Day 3 Wells & Weston-super-Mare
This morning, we travel to Wells, the smallest City in England, which offers numerous historical marvels such as the famous 14th century Astronomical Clock, The Bishop’s Palace and of course, the outstanding cathedral. There is also the award winning Somerset Farmers’ Market which is held every Wednesday (9.00am to 2.30pm) before taking lunch and heading back to the lovely seaside town of Weston-super-Mare; walk along the Grand Pier and admire the stunning views before visiting the refurbished Weston Museum.
Day 4 Glastonbury Abbey & Glastonbury
This morning we head to Glastonbury where we have a guided tour of the famous Glastonbury Abbey, regaled with tales and stories, including some of King Arthur. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore in Glastonbury in the quiet Somerset countryside, before we return to our hotel.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Sheppy’s House of Cider & West Somerset Railway
An earlier start today as we head to Sheppy’s House of Cider for a guided tour behind the scenes of Somerset’s oldest cidermaker families, including a visit to the orchards, a vat house and the press house. The tour ends in the rural life museum where you will find many historical artefacts from farm tools to old cider presses. You will then enjoy a cider tasting with one of the guides. We then head to Bishops Lydeard to board the West Somerset Railway for a one-way journey with lunch to Minehead. On arrival to Minehead, why not explore the fishing quarter and historic harbour or visit the selection of independent shops in the town centre. (Please note: the above train is based on the 2025 timetables and therefore changes may apply).
Day 3 Wells & Weston-super-Mare
This morning, we travel to Wells, the smallest City in England, which offers numerous historical marvels such as the famous 14th century Astronomical Clock, The Bishop’s Palace and of course, the outstanding cathedral. There is also the award winning Somerset Farmers’ Market which is held every Wednesday (9.00am to 2.30pm) before taking lunch and heading back to the lovely seaside town of Weston-super-Mare; walk along the Grand Pier and admire the stunning views before visiting the refurbished Weston Museum.
Day 4 Glastonbury Abbey & Glastonbury
This morning we head to Glastonbury where we have a guided tour of the famous Glastonbury Abbey, regaled with tales and stories, including some of King Arthur. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore in Glastonbury in the quiet Somerset countryside, before we return to our hotel.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Smiths Hotel
Weston-super-Mare
John and his team run this friendly hotel which is ideally situated on the promenade, just a 10 minute walk from the town centre. All 47 lift-accessible bedrooms are comfortable and traditional in style. There is a cosy informal restaurant, coupled with a large traditional bar and residents lounge to the front of the hotel and an outside terrace offering plenty of seating and beautiful views of the coast.
• Ground floor rooms • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Coach parking is off-site & chargeable
Smith’s Hotel
Weston-super-Mare, Somerset
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £215pp
No Single Supplement (max 7 incl driver)
Inclusions
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