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Short Breaks in Weston-super-Mare

Weston-super-Mare makes a great place for a short break or a weekend away.

There are plenty of hotels, B&Bs and guest houses so finding accommodation couldn't be simpler. We have got lots of events througbout the year - like our famous carnival, the Beach Race, or the Glow Festival, and our comedy village - that you might like to build your stay around.

We are also the most fantastic base for a walking holiday, or a little photographic holiday with your camera,

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Top Attractions & Activities for Short Breaks

Weston is the the perfect coastal vacation for a short break. We've got a beautiful sandy beach with a long flat promenade. We've got amazing walks and bike rides....Read More

Weston-super-Mare makes a great place for a short break or a weekend away.

We are also the most fantastic base for a walking holiday, or a little photographic holiday with your camera,

Please bear with us. This page is still under construction. we will bring it to you as quickly as we can.

Top Attractions & Activities for Short Breaks

Weston is the the perfect coastal vacation for a short break. We've got a beautiful sandy beach with a long flat promenade. We've got amazing walks and bike rides.

Where to Stay: Accommodation Options for Short Breaks

There is plenty of accomodation in Weston-super-Mare ranging from hotels to traditional bed and breakfast establishments and self catering properties. Within a short drive we've also got campsites and holiday parks as well. To find out exactly what's on offfer see our accommodation guide here.

Dining and Culinary Delights in Weston-super-Mare

You will be spoilt when it comes to dining in Weston-super-Mare. Check out our Food Friday blogs here and you will be amazed at how much choice there is! We've got so many wonderful places places to eat in or get a take-out, restaurants with a view, traditional fish 'n chips, tasty burgers, authentic Japanese, traditional Indian Chaat, blinding Sunday roasts, incredible Italian or tempting tapas! Have a look at some of the options here with our food and drink pages.

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Axel Scheffler: A Life in Illustration

Address

Weston Museum, Burlington Street, Weston Museum, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1PR

Telephone
01934 621028

museum@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston Museum, Weston-super-Mare

This summer, Weston Museum proudly presents Axel Scheffler: A Life in Illustration, a comprehensive exhibition celebrating the work of the UK's number one bestselling illustrator, Axel Scheffler. Known for creating beloved characters like the…

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Exhibition by Roger Ellicott & Stephen Chapman

Address

LT Gallery, 1 Orchard Street, Weson-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1RG

Telephone
0730431726

ltgallery@hotmail.com

Weson-super-Mare

Watercolour paintings by Stephen Chapman and acrylic paintings by Roger Ellicott
Meet the artists at our Drinks Event on Thursday 28th Sept 6-8pm - free for all to attend

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Burnham Book Festival

Address

Burnham Library & The Princess Theatre, Princess Street, Burnham Library & The Princess Theatre, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 1EH

Telephone
01278 784464

info@burnhambookfest.co.uk

Burnham Library & The Princess Theatre, Burnham-on-Sea

Calling all readers and writers! Burnham Book Festival has something for everyone with talks, workshops and the chance to meet local writers!
Check out our full range of sessions at burnhambookfest.co.uk including a horror writing workshop, a talk…

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YourHousePlants

Address

8b South Parade, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1JN

Telephone
01934 352660

info@yourhouseplants.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

The lovely little shop is centrally located next to Lloyds Bank and opposite the Italian Gardens. It’s an Aladdin’s Cave of treasures, filled with unusual plants alongside some better known ones and you’ll be amazed at the amount of knowledge and…

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The Tanoys - Live music at The Regency

Address

The Regency, Lower Church Road, The Regency, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 2AG

Telephone
01934 633406

Jane.murch@wsm-tc.gov.uk

The Regency, Weston-super-Mare

Join The Tanoys for some live Bank Holiday music this Sunday afternoon at The Regency.

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In The Heights

Address

The Blakehay Theatre, The Blakehay Theatre, Wadham Street, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1JZ

Telephone
01934 645493

blakehay@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Wadham Street, Weston-super-Mare

The event of the summer, where the streets are made of music and little dreams become big...

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Tower Tours & Teas

Address

St Paul's Church, Kewstoke Village, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1UR

Telephone
08712244007

vic@wsm-tc.gov.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Come and climb the tower steps and enjoy the view, have a tour of the beautiful Norman church and then enjoy a lovely cream tea.

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Rock The Tots!

Address

Front Room, 13 Central Walk, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1FF

Telephone
01934 317777

frontroomwsm@gmail.com

Weston-super-Mare

Gigs for little ones… and their grown-ups!

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Georgia And The Iceberg

Address

13 Central Walk, Front Room, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1FF

Telephone
0333 666 4466

frontroomwsm@gmail.com

Front Room, Weston-super-Mare

Front Room is delighted to have Dorsetborn Theatre bring their beautiful show Georgia and the Iceberg to Weston-super-Mare.
Can you imagine spending your holiday in Antarctica? Or becoming best friends with a penguin?
Join us for a brrr-iliant…

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Circus of Horrors at Wookey Hole

Address

Wookey Hole, The Mill, Wookey Hole, Wookey Hole, Somerset, BA5 1BA

Telephone
01749 672243

Wookey Hole, Wookey Hole

The Circus of Horrors is back at Wookey Hole in January 2024 with their brand new show DR HAZE’S CABARET OF CURIOSITIES

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Easter Activities at Mendip Activity Centre

Address

Mendip Activity Centre, Lyncombe Drive, Sandford, Mendip Activity Centre, Churchill, Somerset, BS25 5PQ

Telephone
01934 834877

hello@mendip.co.uk

Mendip Activity Centre, Churchill

Your family Easter adventure in the Mendip Hills! Activities with an Easter twist from 28th March - 14th April 2024.
Mendip Activity Centre is only 20 minutes from Weston-super-Mare!
Special, Easter upgrade on family-fun Archery, Axe Throwing, Air…

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The Most Perilous Comedie of Elizabeth I

Address

The Bishop's Palace and Gardens, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PD

Telephone
01749 988111

info@bishopspalace.org.uk

Wells

The Three Inch Fools present a largely historical, always hysterical, brand-new Tudor comedie at The Bishop's Palace.

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Top of The Gorge Festival

Address

Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3QF

Telephone
01823 451587

northsomerset@nationaltrust.org.uk

Cheddar

The summer of 2018 welcomes a brand new festival to the top Cheddar Gorge. It's your chance to challenge yourself with some outdoor action, relax with live music and local food, and try something new all atop the UK's largest gorge.
Top of the…

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An Evening with Jimmy Tarbuck

Address

The Playhouse Theatre, 126-130 High Street, The Playhouse Theatre, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1HP

Telephone
01934 645544

wsmboxoffice@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

The Playhouse Theatre, Weston-super-Mare

After more than 60 years at the very top of his profession Jimmy Tarbuck OBE relives many of the most iconic moments of a life on stage and screen.
Featuring a huge collection of anecdotes and video clips highlighting a fabulously glittering…

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Dragon Drawing Workshops

Address

Weston Museum, Burlington Street, Weston Museum, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1PR

Telephone
01934 621028

museum@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston Museum, Weston-super-Mare

Dragon Drawing Workshops

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Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said my ex to my mum)

Address

Front Room, 13 Central Walk, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1FF

Telephone
01934 317777

frontroomwsm@gmail.com

Weston-super-Mare

HITS Radio Breakfast Show presenter James Barr fearlessly tackles the aftermath of an abusive relationship in an hour of trailblazing stand-up style performance.

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Thank You For The Music

Address

The Playhouse Theatre, 126-130 High Street, The Playhouse Theatre, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1HP

Telephone
01934 645544

wsmboxoffice@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

The Playhouse Theatre, Weston-super-Mare

Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music!
This international smash-hit tribute show brings all ABBA's number one hits to the stage in a production like no other. The hugely popular show, now in its 21st year,…

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Ugly Christmas Jumper Party

Address

The Grand Pier, Marine Parade, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS231AL

Telephone
01934 620238

events@grandpier.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Celebrate Christmas in style (or lack thereof) at our Bad Christmas Jumper Party! Includes a Two-Course Dinner, live entertainment and DJ.

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