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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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Rock Up Indoor Climbing Centre

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Bird of Prey Centre Open Day

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An Evening with Michael Buble with Dan Lealman

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

Come and Join us for An Evening with Michael Buble Christmas Eve by Dan Lealman in CJs bar! £5pp - Non Residents. Doors open at 7pm Music starts at 7.30pm

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Fun Easter Dog Show (indoor)

Address

The Summerhouse, Worle, Weston Super Mare, Somerset, BS22 6WE

Telephone
01934 520011

summerhouse.weston@marstons.co.uk

Weston Super Mare

**Join Us for a Paw-some Event!**
Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the Summerhouse Pub this Easter weekend! On 19th April 2025, starting at 11am, we're hosting a fun-filled dog show that promises to be a delight for dog lovers and their…

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FailFailFailFailWin Show and Circus Workshop

Address

Front Room WSM, BRISTOL, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1FF

Telephone
07807429287

lozbecause@gmail.com

Weston-Super-Mare

Family comic theatre and circus show

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Jumble Sale

Address

Friends Meeting House, High St, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1TF

Telephone
07890 667713

fundraising@westonlabour.org.uk

Weston-super-Mare

An old fashioned jumble sale with clothes, books, toys, bric-a-brac, etc. Refreshments available

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All New Dinosaur Experience at Wookey Hole!

Address

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

Telephone
01749 672243

witch@wookey.co.uk

Wookey Hole

Looking for the ultimate family day out in Somerset? Rain or shine, Wookey Hole is packed with excitement and fun for all ages.

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TavernFest 2024

Address

Tavern Inn The Town, 59 Regent Street, Tavern Inn The Town, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1SP

Telephone
01934 642718

vic@wsm-tc.co.uk

Tavern Inn The Town, Weston-super-Mare

Westons Number 1 Free Music Festival

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Meet The Artist: Ruth Baker LIVE PYROGRAPHY

Address

ART GALLERY & STUDIO by Aga Kubish, 4 Walliscote Rd, ART GALLERY & STUDIO, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1UG

Telephone
07715305120

agakubish.gallery@gmail.com

ART GALLERY & STUDIO, Weston-super-Mare

xperience the mesmerising art of pyrography with local artist Ruth Baker at Art Gallery & Studio by Aga Kubish.
For the past 20 years, Ruth has called the beautiful Sandbay home, where she has raised her family and found inspiration for her art…

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Bowie Exeprience

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645544

wsmboxoffice@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Bowie Experience is a spectacular concert celebrating the sound and vision of David Bowie. A must see for all Bowie fans, the latest production features all the hits from A to Ziggy. Bowie Experience continues to amaze audiences with an astounding…

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Hocus Pocus

Address

Wookey Hole Caves, Wookey Hole Caves, The Mill, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset, BA5 1BB

Telephone
01749672243

witch@wookey.co.uk

Wookey Hole, Wells

Hocus Pocus
Exciting New Family Show Of Magic And Illusion

It's Wild, it's Wicked and it's HERE!!! Packed with Spectacular Magic and Illusion from around the world , an award winning family show not to be missed, starring the famous Witch of…

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Shrek The Musical

Address

The Playhouse Theatre, High Street, Weston-Super-mare, North Somerset, BS23 1HP

Telephone
01934645544

wsmboxoffice@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Weston-Super-mare

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs for the stage. It brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage.

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Two Four Six Eight

Address

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

Telephone
01934 62 69 82

info@tropicana.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Shoofly Theatre present 'Two Four Six Eight' for Theatre Tropicana Sunday 30 April / 2pm / £7 per person - £25 Family Ticket with free drop-in art workshop from 1pm Two, Four, Six, Eight! is a delightful show for 4-7 year olds. Using music, toys…

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Shepton Mallet Prison - the world's oldest prison

Address

Shepton Mallet Prison, Frithfield Ln, Shepton Mallet Prison, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5FQ

Telephone
01749 681862

Shepton Mallet Prison, Shepton Mallet

It once housed the infamous Kray twins - and is now one of the south west's best-loved but most chilling tourist attractions. Shepton Mallet Prison is day-out you will never forget.

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Craft4Crafters Craft Textile Quilt Show

Address

The Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, somerset, BA4 6QN

Telephone
01173703342

annie@craft4crafters.co.uk

Somerset

CRAFT4CRAFTERS CRAFT TEXTILE AND QUILT SHOW, BATH & WEST SHOWGROUND BA4 6QN THURSDAY TO SATURDAY - 17-19TH OCTOBER – 10AM – 5PM
Craft4Crafters run a successful Craft and Textile Show which has evolved into one of the best crafting events in the…

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Turtle graphics with Python

Address

Yatton Library, Yatton, Bristol, North Somerset, BS49 4HJ

Telephone
07909226520

info@codingbug.co.uk

Yatton, Bristol

Unleash creative coders and get started with Python in this fun and interactive Turtle graphics with Python workshop. The first of a series of Python workshops for young children.
Introduce your child to the magic of Python Turtle Graphics, where…

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Skeloween at Bristol Zoo Gardens

Address

Bristol Zoo, College Road, Clifton, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 3HA

Telephone
0117 428 5300

epayne@bristolzoo.org.uk

Clifton, Bristol

Discover spine-tingling experiences and spooky skeletons at Bristol Zoo Gardens this October half term – if you're brave enough!
Get into the eerie Halloween spirit from 26 October to 3 November and learn all about the clever bones inside your…

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The All Seasons Live Christmas Party!

Address

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

Telephone
01934 80 61 15

Lauren@thewestoncollection.co.uk

The Royal Hotel, Weston-super-Mare

An Evening full of holiday cheer and Timeless Hits.

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Good Grief Weston – Love Letter to My Skeleton with Laura Elliott

Address

Clevedon Library, 37 Old Church Road, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS31 6NN

Telephone
07752460987

hello@superculture.org.uk

Clevedon

Suitable for all ages over 16 years
Skeletons are so often symbolic of death, that it's easy to lose a true appreciation of the amazing skeleton that supports us in our everyday lives. In culture, skeletons are often characters which admonish and…

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The Sea Shanty and Folk Music Festival at CJ's Bar at The Royal Hotel

Address

CJ's Bar at The Royal Hotel, 1 South Parade, CJ's Bar at The Royal Hotel, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS231JP

Telephone
01934423100

reservations@royalhotelweston.com

CJ's Bar at The Royal Hotel, Weston-super-Mare

The 2024 Weston Super Mare Sea Shanty and Folk Music Festival
Saturday 3rd August
CJ's Bar at The Royal Hotel
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1700 Loose Cannons
1815 The Brave Marauders
1930 Friggitt
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