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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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Sinatra, Sequins & Swing

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645544

WSMBoxOffice@parkwood-leisure.co.uk

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Join the UK’s most impressive stars of Big Band Swing and all-star 15 piece orchestra in a high-impact, spectacular sounding salute to the hits of Hollywood glamour of 1953 – 1960.

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Heidi Burton Photographic Exhibition

Address

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

Telephone
01934 621028

museum@wsm-tc.gov.uk

Weston Super Mare

Heidi Burton is a local photographer. In her first exhibition as a freelance photographer, Heidi will be showing some of her images on a wide range of subjects, including landscapes, flowers, portraits, and of course images of Weston-super-Mare, as w

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The Gardens Party

Address

Italian Gardens, High Street, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1HU

Telephone
01275 888413

Weston-super-Mare

Get ready for an afternoon and evening packed full of family-friendly entertainment on Saturday 5 August at the Italian Gardens celebration event, to honour the arrival of Weston-super-Mare's newly improved Italian Gardens.
Expect knockout…

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Meet the Reptiles

Address

Puxton Park, Cowslip Lane, Hewish, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS24 6AH

Telephone
01934 523500

info@puxton.co.uk

Hewish, Weston-super-Mare

Just what is needed for Halloween... Spooky Reptiles with Reptacular Reptiles.

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Talking Scarlet presents The Devil at Midnight by Brian Clemens

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645544

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Thursday 12 – Saturday 14 June, 7.30pm (Saturday matinee 2.30pm)
Tickets: £16, £15, £13, Concessions £1, matinee £13, Children £9
Starring Andrew Paul (The Bill, Where the Heart Is) and Corrinne Wicks (Emmerdale, Doctors)A spine-tingling,…

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Talking Scarlet presents Boeing-Boeing

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645544

WSMBoxOffice@parkwood-leisure.co.uk

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It all boils down to juggling timetables and a reliable maid who never forgets to change the photographs....

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Winter Gardens Pavilion

Address

Winter Gardens Pavilion, Royal Parade, Winter Gardens Pavilion, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1AJ

Telephone
01934 80 61 15

events@thewintergardens.co.uk

Winter Gardens Pavilion, Weston-super-Mare

Nestled along the picturesque coastline of Weston-super-Mare lies the historic and stunning Winter Gardens Pavilion. This famous venue stands as a beacon of elegance and entertainment, offering a myriad of experiences that cater for every taste and…

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Doctor Chocolate

Address

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

Telephone
01934 423100

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Doctor Chocolate, 9 Piece Live Band
Tickets £10
8pm-Late
Tickets from Reception or call 01934 423100
Fancy Dress Optional

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Weston-super-Mare Easter Egg Trail

Address

Various Locations, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1HU

Telephone
01934 64 24 04

enquiries@westonbid.co.uk

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Over Easter and the school holidays from Monday 26th March to Monday 2nd April families and visitors in Weston-super-Mare will be entertained with an Easter Egg Trail in Weston Town Centre.
The trail will take you around Weston Town Centre to…

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The Navy Lark

Address

Wadham Street, The Blakehay Theatre, WESTON-SUPER-MARE, Avon, BS23 1JZ

Telephone
01934 645493

The Blakehay Theatre, WESTON-SUPER-MARE

Starring James Hurn known for portraying such iconic characters as Tony Hancock, Sid James and Kenneth Williams from his hit one man show Hancock and Co. Also starring Richard Usher and Mark Earby best known for The Goon Show Tour and The Lost…

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Ellenborough Park West

Address

Ellenborough Park West, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1XH

Telephone
01934 632567

zoe.scott@wsm-tc.gov.uk

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A wellbeing and relaxation space in the heart of Weston-super-Mare.
Please note: only assistance dogs are permitted in the park.

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Diesel Engineman Course

Address

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

Telephone
01643 704 996

Minehead

The West Somerset Railway in partnership with the Diesel & Electric Preservation Group offer a one day course to realise your ambition to drive a Heritage Diesel Locomotive and so make long term held dreams a reality.
Experience the feel of a…

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Whirly Birds Fun Day at the Helicopter Museum

Address

The Helicopter Museum, Locking Moor Road, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS24 8PP

Telephone
01934 635227

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Learn about the amazing world of flight at this special family fun day.

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Vegan Food Festival

Address

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

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Brought to you by 'Vegan Fairs' the Weston-super-Mare Vegan fair comes to The Tropicana on Sunday 4th August.
Expect an all-day, locally-focused food and drink festival, that happens to be vegan.
Also featuring a wealth of plant-based…

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Children's Literary Trail

Address

Weston-super-Mare Town Centre, North Somerset

The children’s trail will run from the 12th February to the 1st March around the town centre.
In various shop or business windows around the town centre, children will find an picture of a book. Each book will have a letter on. Find all the…

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Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music

Address

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

Telephone
01934 645544

WSMBoxOffice@parkwood-leisure.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

The producers of Sing-a-Long-a Grease bring you their interactive best selling film. Fancy dress recommended.
Sunday 8th February, 7pm
Tickets: £16.50*
Group offers available via the Box Office
*Includes a booking fee per ticket. Please note…

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Grove Village

Address

Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, BS23 1JT

Weston-super-Mare

Vibrant and cultural, Grove Village offers many unique retail boutiques, buzzing cafes and is increasingly being recognised as the cultural, creative and university quarter of Weston-super-Mare – a destination at the northern end of the High…

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Brean Down Walk

Address

Brean Down, Brean, Somerset, TA8 2RS

breandown@nationaltrust.org.uk

The Brean Down Way opened in July 2017 after a lot of hard work. The River Axe separates Weston-super-Mare from Brean Sands and has been impassable for many years as the sluice gates were closed to the public. This has now been strengthened and…

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