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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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The History of Soul

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

The Bon Jovi Experience

Direct from London’s West End, get ready to rock your way through an unforgettable journey with the…

Weston Beach Race

The world-renowned Weston Beach Race returns on the weekend of October 16-18 2026. It is dubbed the…

Weston Independent Market

Weekly and monthly destination street market

Court Farm Country Park

Court Farm welcomes 50,000 visitors to the farm each year and is also a working farm run by the…

Elvis

Owen Smith Elvis tribute

M Shed

M Shed is a world-class cultural landmark set on the harbourside in the heart of Bristol.

Gato Negro

Front Room is thrilled to welcome internationally renowned puppetry artist, Gabriela Céspedes, on a…

Blokart Racing

The spectacular sport of Blokart racing returns to the Windzone area of Weston-super-Mare. …

The Blakehay Theatre

Support this hidden gem in the Heart of Weston-super-Mare We may be little, but we have big…

Captain Jack’s Bar

Captain Jack’s is the Grand Pier’s very own Pirate-themed bar. Relax in the wood panelled…

Blake Museum

Founded in 1926, and still in its original building, Bridgwater Museum is situated in a quiet back…

Louis Brennan

London-based Dubliner, Louis Brennan, is a singer-songwriter in the folk tradition. His folk…

Mendip Mini Fests at Mendip Basecamp | 24th to 26th July

This summer, Mendip Basecamp is launching Mendip Mini Fests - six relaxed, family-friendly festival…

eat:Weston Christmas edition

Oakham Treasures

Discover all the things your grandparents and great grandparents used to use with a visit to Oakham…

CountryFest Family Hoedown

Join us for unforgettable tribute performances and Country music fun for all ages! Live Tribute…

Christmas Ho Ho Ho'pen Cockpit Day

Christmas-themed day with crafts and activities forall

Musical - Mary the Mother

Musical-Mary the Mother

Sing and Smile

We are singing on Fridays! Come along and join us for our Sing and Smile session - a friendly,…

Seven Drunken Nights

Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish musicians, the show features classics like Whiskey in the…

Fireman Sam Live: The Lost Pirate Treasure!

Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he discovers clues to a…

Breakfast with The Grinch

This Christmas, something wonderfully mischievous is happening… The Grinch is sneaking out of…

Strawberry Line Cycle Route

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

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Fireworks Display Weston Hornets

Address

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

Telephone
01934 621433

Weston Hornets Rugby Club, Weston-super-Mare

Weston Hornets Fireworks Display Sunday 5th November!
Gates open at 4:30pm
Family Tickets (2 Adults 2 Children) - £15
Individual Tickets - £5
Under 6’s - Free
Indoor and outdoor bars, BBQ, Under The Posts, The Nest Kitchen,…

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Tiny Circus Fire Show

Address

Old Town Quarry, South Road, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 2LS

Telephone
07976470797

tiny.circusclub@outlook.com

Weston-super-Mare

Real. Live. Fire

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The Sea Shanty and Folk Music Festival at Stable's Game Room

Address

Stable's Game Room, 129 High Street, Stable's Game Room, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1HN

Telephone
01934315305

vic@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Stable's Game Room, Weston-super-Mare

The 2024 Weston-super-Mare Sea Shanty and Folk Music Festival.
Sunday 4th August
Stable's Game Room
1200 The Hoy Shanty Buoys
1315 The Brave Marauders
1430 Sharp as Razors
1545 Kilkenny Bay Steamers
All monies, after costs, will be donated to…

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The Blakehay Theatre Christmas Coffee Morning

Address

The Blakehay Theatre, 20 Wadham Street, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1JZ

Telephone
01934 64 54 93

blakehay@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Every 2nd Saturday of the month our dedicated team of Volunteers will be in our theatre bar to welcome you to the theatre. This month as we are sprinting towards the Christmas rush we are a place to relax and get into the festive spirit. Warm…

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The Stylistics plus Support

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

The Stylistics are known instantly for their many recognisable hits such as the Grammy nominated 'You Make Me Feel Brand New' plus numerous classics including 'Can't Give You Anything (But My Love), 'Let's Put it All together', 'Stop Look Listen',…

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Promenade Weekender - Call to the Sea Film Programme

Address

Madeira Cove Bandstand, Marine Lake, Marine Parade, Madeira Cove Bandstand, Marine Lake, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 2AD

Telephone
01934 317777

jane.murch@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Madeira Cove Bandstand, Marine Lake, Weston-super-Mare

Overlooking the lake, a programme of films of, and from, the sea will be screened. Featuring artists' films by: Sarah Cameron Sunde, Matt Davies, Bryony Gillard, Joanna Mayes, Kayla Parker & Stuart Moore, Vicky Smith, Jennet Thomas. With one…

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Oh What A Night

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

Oh What A Night takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Valli's unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let's Hang On,…

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a Ceilidh

Address

Christ Church,, Chapel Hill,, CLEVEDON, North Somerset, BS21 7LL

Telephone
01275 218056

terry.mears@changinglivescharity.org

CLEVEDON

Highland dancing with a Scottish caller. Commencing at 7.30 on Saturday, 15th. June. Ploughman's Supper included in the price. Cash bar available. Tickets priced £10.00 for adults (no concessions) but under 16s free. Proceeds go to support Andrew…

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Promenade Project

Address

Madeira Cove, Marine Lake, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 2BE

Telephone
07990823874

promenadeprojects@gmail.com

Weston-Super-Mare

PROMENADE is a new project for Weston super Mare, that explores place, environment & the natural world through multidisciplinary contemporary arts and socially engaged practice.
Rooted in Westons unique coastal landscape, Promenade considers an…

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Cynefin Trio concert

Address

All Saints Road, Weston super Mare, North Somerset, BS23 2NL

Telephone
07932 699188

judeforth@outlook.com

Weston super Mare

The fabulous Cynefin Trio come to All Saints church to perform a concert of music by Brahms, Schubert and Mozart. This concert is completely free entry with a retiring collection and a raffle. Simply arrive at 3pm on Saturday 21st May and enjoy a…

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The Sea Shanty and Folk Music Festival at Sandringham Hotel

Address

Sandringham Hotel, 1-9 Victoria Square, Sandringham Hotel, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1AN

Telephone
01934624891

Reception@thesandringham.co.uk

Sandringham Hotel, Weston-super-Mare

The 2024 Weston-super-Mare Sea Shanty and Folk Music Festival.
Friday 2nd August
Sandringham Hotel
1800 Harbour Buoys
1915 Olivia Wylde
2030 Simon the Shanty Harpist
All monies, after costs, will be donated to nominated local charitable…

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Weston OPPITTS Presents; Seussical Jr

Address

The Blakehay Theatre, 20 Wadham St, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1JZ

Telephone
01934645493

blakehay@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Join Weston Operatic Society's award-winning junior section, The Oppitts, as they bring the world of Dr Seuss to The Blakehay Theatre.

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Marvin Muoneké

Address

GROSVENOR HOTEL, weston super mare, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, united kingdom, BS232AH

Telephone
01934628147

nicki.rgh@hotmail.com

WESTON-SUPER-MARE

"The young man with the old soul"

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The Legends of American Country Show

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

Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV Europe's No.1 multi award winning show The Legends of American Country returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country nostalgia.
The 2024 tour will showcase highly…

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Christmas Wreath Making

Address

Congars Cafe, 1 Broad Street, Congar Cafe, Congresbury, North Somerset, BS49 5DG

Telephone
07715876827

congarsafe20@gmail.com

Congar Cafe, Congresbury

Wreath making with Sacha from The Floral Potager in Congresbury.

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Heritage Talk - Heritage Through the Lens

Address

Weston Museum, Burlington Street, Weston Super Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1PR

Telephone
01934 621028

museum@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston Super Mare

Heritage Talk Through the Lens by Louise Donovan and Richard Tomlinson
A talk about practical conservation that will explore the unique qualities of photography as a means of revealing heritage stories.
Richard and Louise work for the South West…

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The 'Easy Lover', a Tribute to Phil Collins

Address

Riverside Holiday Village, Bridgwater Road, Riverside Holiday Village, Bleadon, Somerset, BS24 0AN

Telephone
01934812342

kim@westcountryparks.co.uk

Riverside Holiday Village , Bleadon

Join us this August here at Riverside Holiday Village near Weston-super-Mare for live entertainment from The 'Easy Lover', a tribute to Phil Collins!
Saturday 31st August from 9pm.
FREE entertainment for visitors. All welcome!

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Old Town Quarry

Address

Old Town Quarry, South Road, Old Town Quarry, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 2LS

Old Town Quarry, Weston-super-Mare

The Old Town Quarry is where nature, art, creativity and fun all come together in a picturesque natural setting.
Nestled high up the hill on the fringes of Weston Woods, this outdoor bowl is a natural ampitheatre and a great venue for outdoor…

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