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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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Cheese and Cider Lunchtime Special

Address

West Somerset Railway, The Railway Station, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5BG

Telephone
01643 704996

info@wsrail.net

Minehead

Fresh local breads accompany a tasting of selected Somerset cheeses washed down by a pint of Somerset Cider or fresh apple juice drink.
Please note that there is no child ticket on this lunchtime special. This special is for adults and seniors…

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Crime on the Edge, with Brian Price

Address

Can't Dance Coffee, The Sovereign, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1HL

Telephone
01934 317777

hello@superculture.org.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Discover the science behind crime writing with chemist and biologist Brian Price, whose third novel 'Fatal Dose' was published in 2023. His website www.crimewriterscience.co.uk has become essential reading for wannabe authors.
A Saturday Morning…

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Model Railway Day

Address

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

Telephone
01934 621028

matthew.holden@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston-super-Mare

The entire ground floor of the museum will be dominated by model railways.
These are kindly being provided and operated by WSM N Gague Society and Burnham and District Model Railway Club.
This event is free of charge.

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Paddleboarding

Address

Marine Lake, Knightstone Road, Marine Lake, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 2BE

Telephone
+44 7944 419524

whatsupukteam@gmail.com

Marine Lake , Weston-super-Mare

Have a go at paddleboarding on Weston's Marine Lake with these Bank Holiday weekend paddleboarding lessons.

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Tidalwave Contemporary Dance Class

Address

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

Telephone
01934 64 54 93

blakehay@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Join our Contemporary Dance Classes!
Starting 26th April 2017 this class will be an hour of contemporary classes held every week by our professional teacher for anyone over the age of 14 years.
Wednesday Evenings 6.30pm – 7.30pm.
Courses…

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Joe Rowntree: Buttons Undone

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645544

wsmboxoffice@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Fresh from his hilarious starring role in panto as Buttons (Cinderella 2019) at the Weston-Super-Mare Playhouse; join rising star Joe Rowntree for a joyous evening of stand up comedy.
A very funny night of stories and jokes in which Joe will muse…

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D-Day Exhibition

Address

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

Telephone
01934 621028

museum@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston Super Mare

D-Day Exhibition in the Courtyard

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Club Classics with Judge Jules

Address

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

Telephone
01934 626982

tropicana@n-somerset.gov.uk

Weston-super-Mare

CLUB CLASSICS with JUDGE JULES & DJ SLIPMATT LIVE
@ TROPICANA, Weston Super Mare
SAT 23 NOVEMBER 2019
Doors open 8pm - 1am
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Transformation to the Best of Me

Address

Friends Meeting House, 6 High St, Weston-super-Mare BS23 1JF, Weston suer mare, somerset, BS23 1JF

Telephone
07793063842

icreatemylife.ray@gmail.com

Weston suer mare

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3 hrs workshop begins with short meditation followed by a short talk how I created the best of me, participated activities, dancing, laughter, flavoured tea and chocolates.
I wholeheartedly believe that everybody is able to make…

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Father and Son: Leopold Mozart 300th Anniversary concert

Address

All Saints Road, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 4XL

Telephone
0333 6664466

costanziconsort@gmail.com

Weston-super-Mare

Costanzi Consort directed by Peter Leech will celebrate the 300th anniversary of the birth (in 1719) of one of the most famous musical fathers in history, Leopold Mozart; violinist, court musician in Salzburg and of course the father of the immortal…

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Race for Life

Address

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

Telephone
01934 646 155

events@grandpier.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Life is worth Racing for. Enter Cancer Research UK's Race for Life and raise money for life-saving cancer research.

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Aftermirth Comedy Club

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645493

blakehay@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston-super-Mare

The journey of parenthood is a magical and maddening one so what better way to cope with it than through stand up comedy! AFTERMIRTH is an adult comedy club that you can bring your baby to.
Each month we'll have 3 top circuit comedians delivering…

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Catrin Finch - 'Queen of Harps'

Address

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

Telephone
07932 699188

judeforth@outlook.com

Weston-super-Mare

An unmissable opportunity to hear internationally renowned Catrin Finch, former royal harpist to Prince Charles perform a range of harp music in the superb acoustic of All Saints' church. This will be an absolutely unforgettable evening - not to be…

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Children's Quiz

Address

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

Telephone
01934 621028

museum@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Join us for an exciting children's quiz!
It's a maximum of 4 per team (with no adult help!) and there will be an interval for some squash and biscuits.
Ticket Link:
https://www.ticketsource.co…

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Living Spit: One Man and His Cow

Address

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

Telephone
01934 626982

Weston-super-Mare

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The Bishop's Palace Garden and Country Fair

Address

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

Telephone
01749 988111

info@bishopspalace.org.uk

Wells

Whether you're a passionate gardener, a nature enthusiast, or simply looking for a fantastic family day out, the Palace's new Garden and Country Fair 2025 offers something for everyone.

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Supreme Queen

Address

The Playhouse, 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

Now one of the most recognisable Tribute bands in the world, SUPREME QUEEN continue to take things to a whole different level, with their homage to the halcyon days of one of the planet's greatest ever rock bands.
Since their formation in the…

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No Fixed Abode at Live at the Lodge: Mendip Activity Centre

Address

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

Telephone
01934 834877

hello@mendip.co.uk

Sandford, Winscombe, Churchill

Mendip's family-friendly, festival-vibe, outdoor live music is completely FREE to attend, taking place at Mendip Lodge on the grounds of Mendip Activity Centre. Experience brilliant entertainment, have a meal, grab a drink, and pitch your tent!
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