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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.

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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Tips for a Memorable Short Break Experience

Events

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Wild Wookey

Wild Wookey – An Award-Winning Adventure Beneath the Mendip Hills If you’re looking for an…

Boy Band In the Buff

Get ready to scream like it’s 1999! Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert -…

Sand Bay Scooter Rally

After the success of 2022 & 2024, The Sand Bay Scooter Rally is returning to Sand Bay Holiday…

Brean Down

A natural pier with dramatic cliffs and Victorian fort Brean Down is a wonderful location for a…

Bleadon Hill Golf Course

Bleadon Hill Golf Course is just 4 miles from the Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare and is the…

Neil Diamond Tribute Act

Neil Diamond tribute act

Blues Bar

The Blues Bar is a family-run up-market bistro bar with a relaxed classy atmosphere, simple menu,…

R&B Takeover

The ultimate R&B DJ night with a heavy mix of Dancehall, Reggae & Hip Hop all night long

The History of Soul

People get ready, the ultimate soul celebration is back! The History of Soul is back for 2026 and…

New Year's Eve Variety Spectacular

Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in unforgettable style at The Grand Pier with our spectacular…

Strawberry Line Cycle Route

The Strawberry Line is a picturesque largely off-road cycling route which slices through glorious…

Il Michelangelo

our team of Italian chefs work hard to create imaginative dishes

Jo Malik

Jo Malik will be at the Royal Grosvenor Hotel - 15th August 2026

Ska on the Pier

The event kicks off at 4pm with DJ sets and live performance from The Skangsters. Closing the…

The Stable Creative Hub

The Stable is a community enterprise centre aimed at supporting start up social enterprises and…

The Magic of The Bee Gees

Direct from London’s West End! Whether You’re A Brother Or Whether You’re A Mother, When The…

Stewart Lee v The Man-Wulf

In this brand new show, Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark…

Bird of Prey Centre Open Day

Enjoy getting up close to some amazing wildlife at a North Somerset Bird of Prey Centre open day…

The Tropicana

The Tropicana is an iconic seafront landmark and a hub of arts and culture right on…

In the style of Michael Bublé - tribute

In the style of Michael Bublé tribute act

Dinomania

Get ready for an unforgettable Live Show from Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist Dinomania, where…

You Man, A tribute to George Michael

Join us this July here at Riverside Holiday Village near Weston-super-Mare for live entertainment…

Halloween Family Fun day

Spooky fun day for the whole family

Weston Independent Market

Weekly and monthly destination street market

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The Three Snake Leaves

Address

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

Telephone
07534989499

frontroomwsm@gmail.com

Front Room Theatre, Weston-super-Mare

Pay what you decide. Suggested donation £12.
THE THREE SNAKE LEAVES - Fairytales for grown-ups from the Grimm forest
Story by Sally Pomme Clayton, Ben Haggarty, Hugh Lupton. Music by Sheema Mukherjee
A father and daughter sit beside a fire in the…

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The Best of Queen: The Break Free Tour

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645544

wsmboxoffice@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

The Playhouse Theatre, Weston-super-Mare

Get ready to Break Free with the UK's biggest Queen Tribute band – Majesty, in a brand-new show – The Break Free Tour!
Join Freddie, Brian, Roger and John as they take you on a magical journey performing The Best of Queen, whilst celebrating the…

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Bank Holiday Weekend Music

Address

The Tropicana, Marine Parade, The Tropicana, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1BE

Telephone
01934 626 982

hello@whatsnextfest.com

The Tropicana, Weston-super-Mare

Celebrate the bank holiday weekend in style and join us for an evening of vibrant live music, featuring Vinyl Seduction Vs Digital Dreams!

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Support Weston Hospice

Address

Uphill Village Victory Hall, Westfield Road, Weston Super Mare, Somerset, BS23 4XG

Telephone
00000 000000

allsortschoirtickets@yahoo.com

Weston Super Mare

Support Weston Hospice

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Punch & Judy with Professor Wheeler

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

free event

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Quiz Night at The Royal Hotel

Address

The Royal Hotel, 1 South Parade, The Royal Hotel, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1JP

Telephone
07831679364

kaysha@royalhotelweston.com

The Royal Hotel, Weston-super-Mare

Join us for our next Quiz Night in CJ's bar on Wednesday 15th November at 7.30pm. £2pp entry with a cash prize for the winner!

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ABBA TRIBUTE TAKE A CHANCE ON US!

Address

Tropicana, Marine Parade, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1BE

Telephone
01934 626982

tropicana@n-somerset.gov.uk

Weston-super-Mare

TAKE A CHANCE ON US LANDS AT TROPICANA CLUB WESTON SUPER MARE!!THIS PROMISES TO BE AN AMAZING NIGHT FOR YOUR BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND !! FOR TICKETS CALL THE CLUB ON 01934 427300 OR BOOK ONLINE AT https://www.ticketsource.co…

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Dark Horses at The Brit Bar

Address

The Brit Bar, 118 High Street, The Brit Bar, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS231HP

Telephone
01934623397

thebritbarweston@gmail.com

The Brit Bar, Weston-super-Mare

Live music from Dark Horses

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People First Christmas Disco

Address

Hornets Rugby Club, Hutton Moor Road, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS22 8LY

Telephone
01934 426086

info@nspf.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

A special Charity Christmas Disco especially for adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism. Support Workers and carers welcome.
Dance the night away to a DJ playing your favourite party tunes.
Take part in a raffle with amazing prizes to be…

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Promise of Departure - Panta Rei

Address

Tropicana, Marine Parade, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1BE

Telephone
01934 626982

Weston-super-Mare

More amazing dance coming to the Tropicana..... Promise of departure is a work that explores vulnerability and strength. How these two factors come to play in the relationships we have and the struggles we are forced to overcome. The promise of…

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Small Business Saturday

Address

Weston-super-mare, Weston-super-mare, North Somerset, BS23 1JP

Telephone
07887963878

martin@martinslade.com

Weston-super-mare

Small Business Saturday - Promotion of Small Businesses in Weston

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TSPA Presents The Wind in the Willows

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645544

wsmboxoffice@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

The Playhouse, Weston-super-Mare

Spring is in the air and Mole has found a wonderful new world. There's boating with Ratty, a feast with Badger and high jinx on the open road with that reckless ruffian, Mr Toad. What more could such firm friends wish for? But after Toad's latest…

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Folksy Theatre; Comedy of Errors

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645493

blakehay@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston-super-Mare

From the company that bought you 'The Tin Soldier', Folky Theatre returns with Shakespeare's classic tale of mistaken identities.
After being separated from their twins in a shipwreck, Antipholus and his slave Dromio go to Ephesus to find them. The…

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Sea Santa Grotto

Address

Clevedon Pier, The Beach, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21 7QU

Telephone
01275 878846

enquiries@clevedonpier.com

Clevedon

Sea Santa returns to his magical recycled Porthole Room Grotto between 14-24 December...
Sea Santa experiences last 30 minutes in small groups*, and include festive songs and stories, plus a small gift.
Over 30 time slots available!
(see website…

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The Wurzels at The Grand Pier

Address

Grand Pier, Marine Parade, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1BE

Telephone
01934 62 02 38

info@grandpier.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

The Wurzels return to the Grand Pier entertaining you with many classics including their 1976 number one hit “Combine Harvester”, and “I Am A Cider Drinker”
Don’t miss out on your chance to experience the original and greatest Scrumpy & Western…

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Zaid Hilal (Music and Feast) Medical Aid for Palestine Fundraiser

Address

Loves Cafe, 9 West Street, Weston-super-mare, North Somerset, BS23 1JR

Telephone
01934645672

anna@lovesweston.co.uk

Weston-super-mare

THIS EVENT IS A FUNDRAISING CONCERT AND MEAL WITH PROFITS BEING GIVEN TO MEDICAL AID FOR PALESTINIANS

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Emilio as Elvis

Address

The Royal Hotel, 1 South Parade, The Royal Hotel, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1JP

Telephone
01934 433100

reservations@royalhotelweston.com

The Royal Hotel, Weston-super-Mare

He's back! Emilio performin as Elvis in our Birnbeck Suite!
Join us for a evening of Elvis classics that will leave you All Shook Up! £6pp - 9pm - 11pm
Must call to book for this really popular event - seats will be allocated.

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Spooktacular Open Day by From the Mud

Address

73 Highstreet, Weston Artspace, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1HE

Telephone
07596896146

Jesshickscreative@gmail.com

Weston Artspace, Weston-super-Mare

Weston-super-Mare's popular Cabaret troupe 'From the Mud' will be taking over Weston Artspace on the 27th of October for a spook-tacular Halloween themed Open Day, filled with hair-raising treats for all the family!
Following on from the success of…

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