UK Short Breaks 2024/2025
Whether you're looking for a hotel or the complete package with travel & entertainment, we'll add something super to your short break.
Over the years we've worked hard on building our website so that our customers have the freedom to book every element of their break in one place; 2-5 star hotels, rail travel, Eurostar, flights and mini-cruises, plus plenty of extras too. From theatre tickets to sightseeing and events around the UK and overseas, we can provide the entire package for a unique and unforgettable short break.
UK Short Breaks
Special Offer UK Breaks
Want to treat yourself to a cosy UK break or thinking of an early Christmas present? If so, then look no further as we've got just the deals for you. Treat a loved one to a classical Christmas concert from the acclaimed London Concertante or a Historic Houses annual membership.
If you like the idea of getting away for a few days then take a look at some of our overnight stays across some of the UK's nicest locations. Most deals are fully refundable, giving you the ability to book with confidence and ease.
UK Breaks & Hotel Stays
True to its name, the magnificent Jurassic Coast covers 185 million years of history. From our base in Bournemouth, we’ll explore the coastline and the towns that line its shores
5 days from £679 per person
From neo-Norman Penrhyn Castle to the lovely lawns and woodlands of Bodnant Garden, the fantastic sights of north Wales offer a far richer experience than you’d expect from a short break.
5 days from £769 per person
At Great Britain’s most southerly mainland point you’ll discover Cornwall, a beautiful peninsula tumbling into the Atlantic Ocean.
5 days from £929 per person
With an important literary heritage, gorgeous sandy beaches and a rich military history to discover, your week in Guernsey will simply fly by.
8 days from £1,299 per person
Anchored off the south coast, the tiny, chalky gem that is the Isle of Wight boasts 25 miles of sweeping shoreline, spectacular rugged cliffs, traditional English villages, and a host of coastal eateries specialising in fresh-from-the-net seafood.
5 days from £879 per person
Norwich is a fantastic city of heritage and culture, and a great base from which to explore the north of Norfolk. First we’ll experience the old glory days of the railway on the Victorian ‘Poppy Line’.
5 days from £729 per person
UK Coach Breaks
Seaside Breaks
Seaside holidays create the best of holiday memories. From beautiful beaches to rugged coastlines, a relaxing seaside break is so easy by coach or air. Choose from a range of destinations in the UK, Ireland and even Jersey & Guernsey.
Heritage Breaks
Britain is a uniquely diverse and stunning nation, offering everything from vibrant cities to luscious countryside and dramatic coastlines. And with historic properties and sites across the country, this is what attracts so many visitors here from around the globe every year.
UK Weekend Breaks
A weekend away can be for a special celebration, a last-minute trip to a favourite seaside resort or even a few days in Europe. Tours might include a concert, Christmas market and other excursions designed to make the most of your weekend break.
UK SuperValue Breaks
Our SuperValue breaks across Britain and Ireland and give you so many choices for an affordable short break away; whether it’s to a traditional seaside resort, a vibrant city or a few days exploring beautiful countryside.
UK 2022
Have you thought about where you’re going on your next holiday? Well, we’ve got plenty of inspiration for you, with an exciting range of great-value UK breaks now on sale for 2021.
UK Christmas Breaks
Celebrate Christmas and New Year with a festive holiday to remember. There’s a wide choice of destinations in the UK. Alternatively, get into the Christmas spirit early with our pre-Christmas breaks and magical Christmas Market breaks.
Castles Of The Malverns & Cotswolds
Our tour is based in Symonds Yat, a small village in what is arguably the loveliest location in one of Britain's loveliest valleys, the Wye Valley. The scenic location of Symonds Yat, in a wooded gorge, offers a relaxing base from which to explore this enchanting area.
5 Days - Prices from £329 per person
Bognor Regis has been a seaside fishing settlement since Anglo Saxon times. The resort is flat and has an excellent promenade walk. There is a pier and a delightful park, Hotham Park, which boasts a narrow gauge railway, putting green, crazy golf, tennis court and boating lake. The beach is predominantly pebbly but the water is clean and the quality of the light often remarkable.
Bournemouth is superbly situated on the sunny South coast on top of spectacular cliffs which look down upon miles of golden sand. It is probably Britain's most international resort. Stroll through the splendid gardens or browse through the remarkable selection of shops. The town is full of flowers and there are beautifully manicured parks and gardens. The Lower Gardens and Central Gardens in particular provide a lush green contrast to the nearby beach.
Eastbourne is one of Britain's more elegant resorts, enjoying a glorious location on the South Coast. Because it is sheltered by Beachy Head and the South Downs it has an excellent sunshine record, always coming around the top of the sunshine league. It has a spacious promenade to stroll along and the world-famous Carpet Gardens line the seafront. There's plenty to see and do with first class shops, cinemas, museums, shows, concerts and dancing in the Winter Gardens.
The Isle of Wight has a great deal to offer with many superb sandy beaches, mile upon mile of stunning countryside and coastal walks and all the usual modern holiday facilities in the resorts. Sandown is the island's principal resort, and offers a wealth of entertainments. Sandown Bay is the largest on the island and offers a long, safe, sandy beach framed at either end by stunning white cliffs contrasting with the rich blue sea.
Shanklin boasts a long, safe sandy beach which lies at the foot of the spectacular cliffs on which most of the town is situated. The two are connected by a cliff lift. The traditional seaside part of town blends into the picturesque thatched cottages of Shanklin Old Town at the head of the impressive Shanklin Chine. Although a quieter and more intimate resort than Sandown it nevertheless has its own theatre, lively pubs and entertainments.
The Peak District, Chatsworth House & Crich Tramway Village
5 Days from just £349 pp
Departures: September - October
4 nights at the Palace Hotel & Spa, Buxton with dinner & breakfast (all meals buffet style)
Excursions to Bakewell, Chatsworth House, Matlock Bath & Crich Tramway Village
Behind the Scenes at Kent's Finest Buildings
5 Days from just £695 pp
Departures: September
4 nights at the 4-star Tudor Park Marriott Hotel, Maidstone with dinner & breakfast
Visits to Chartwell, Chiddingstone Castle, Sissinghurst Castle, Ightham Mote, Dover Castle & Canterbury Cathedral
Guided tours of Chartwell, Chiddingstone Castle, Sissinghurst Castle, Ightham Mote Gardens, Dover Castle & Canterbury Cathedral
Accompanied by a knowledgeable Tour Manager throughout
Little Trains of Norfolk & the Mississippi Paddle Steamer
5 Days from just £279 pp
Departures: September - October
4 nights at a selected hotel, Great Yarmouth with dinner & breakfast
Entertainment some evenings (Waverley Hotel only – guests staying at the Prince Guest House can see the entertainment at the Waverley Hotel opposite)
Excursion to Cromer & Sheringham
Heritage train journeys on the North Norfolk Railway & Bure Valley Railway
Mississippi paddle steamer cruise on the Norfolk Broads
The Lovely English Lake District
5 Days from just £309 pp
Departures: September - October
4 nights at a selected hotel with dinner & breakfast
Entertainment some evenings
Excursions to Bowness-on-Windermere, the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, Hawkshead (via the Kirkstone Pass) & Grasmere
Heritage train journey on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
Lake Windermere cruise
Isle of Wight - Royals & Rails
5 Days from just £269 pp
Departures: September - October
Return coach travel and ferry crossings
4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at our selected hotel on the Isle of Wight
Excursions to Osborne House, Cowes & Ryde
Heritage train journey on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Southend-on-Sea, Cambridge & Constable Country
5 Days from just £279 pp
Departures: September
4 nights at the Park Inn by Radisson Palace, Southend-on-Sea with dinner & breakfast
Excursions to Dedham, Flatford, East Bergholt & Cambridge
Entrance to the Constable exhibition in Bridge Cottage
Guided walking tour of Flatford
Historic Durham, Beamish & Captain Cook’s Whitby
5 Days from just £309 pp
Departures: September - October
4 nights at the Jurys Inn, Middlesbrough with dinner & breakfast
Excursions to Durham, Beamish Living Museum & Whitby
Holy Island, Alnwick Castle, Durham & Angel of the North
3 Days from just £179 pp
Departures: September - October
2 nights at the Jurys Inn, Newcastle Gateshead Quays with dinner & breakfast
Excursion to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne & Alnwick Castle
En-route visits to the Angel of the North & Durham
Scottish Highlights – Fort William, Oban & Loch Lomond
6 Days from just £349 pp
Departures: September
4 nights at the Muthu Ben Doran Hotel, Tyndrum with dinner & breakfast
Complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink on the first evening at the Muthu Ben Doran Hotel
Entertainment on one evening
Excursions to Oban, Dalmally, Treasures of the Earth, Fort William, Glencoe, Luss & Inveraray
Cruise on Loch Lomond
UK Rail Breaks
Captivating Cornwall
5 Days from £649 per person
With its dramatic coastline and idyllic fishing villages, discover just what makes Cornwall so captivating. Enjoy fascinating history, amazing natural landscapes and scenic rail journeys.
Norwich & Norfolk
5 days from £409PP
Explore the meandering waterways and heritage railways of Norfolk. Based in historic Norwich, this rural getaway takes in the North Norfolk Coast, the royal residence of Sandringham and quaint market towns.
The Peak District
5 Days from £449 per person
Uncover some of the best of rural England as you visit pretty Buxton, admire the splendour of Chatsworth House and step back in time on the Peak Rail heritage line.
Edinburgh, The Highlands & Islands
Explore the highlands of Scotland
9 Days from £1,495PP
Majestic lochs and glens lie in wait as you journey from Edinburgh to the Highlands. Enjoy local delicacies along the way, culminating in a celebratory 'Scottish Evening'.
Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
6 Days from £675
Experience the timeless charm of the Isle of Man with its fantastic range of railways, including steam, electric and tram journeys, idyllic landscapes and classic seaside towns.
Railways & Castles of Wales
6 days from £945PP
Experience the very best of North Wales from charming Llandudno, soaking up scenery from aboard historic steam railways and visiting castles dotted along beautiful coastline.
The Unspoilt Isles of Scilly
6 Days from £1,095PP
Journey to a hidden treasure of the British Isles, an archipelago off the Cornish coast boasting azure seas and almost tropical climes. By overnight sleeper train from London, discover the glorious Islands of Scilly.
Yorkshire by Steam
5 Days from £375PP
Discover glorious Yorkshire, from the edge of the rugged Dales to its spectacular coastline, via the majestic North York Moors. Enjoy ancient York, delightful Brontë country and scenic railway journeys.
Isle of Man
6 Days from £620PP
A superb tour to the charming Isle of Man, with three full days of varied excursions to the island's old fashioned towns, pretty fishing ports and breathtakingly picturesque coastline on the different historic railways.
Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
6 Days from £790
The Isle of Man is famous for its stunning coastline, superb sandy beaches, spectacular scenery and gentle pace of life. This charming island also boasts some of the most impressive heritage railways found anywhere in the British Isles, not to mention the historic horse-drawn trams.
Cotswolds & the Severn Valley
5 days from £395PP
Discover glorious Worcester and its host of nearby attractions on this superb holiday, enjoying wonderful journeys on heritage railways including the Warwickshire Railway.
Bath and the West Country
5 Days from £465PP
Discover delightful Somerset on this superb holiday. Visit Brunel's SS Great Britain, admire the West Country's charming countryside on the UK's longest heritage railway and explore Bath and historic Wells.
Isle of Man Heritage Rail Adventures
The Isle of Man boasts a wonderful rail heritage. Explore it by steam train, and on electric and mountain railways.
4 nights in a 4-star hotel
Several heritage rail journeys included
6 meals included
5 days from
£799.00
London & The Royal Windsor Steam Express
5 days from £770 per person
Spend 4 days getting under the skin of the English capital on this inclusive London city break. Enjoy 4-Star accommodation in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, meet with a Yeoman from the Tower of London, and ride the Royal Windsor Steam Express Train whilst sipping a chilled glass of Champagne.
Highland Adventure
5 days from £595PP
Take in a stunning, unspoilt region by rail. Breathtaking scenery and fantastic journeys by mainline and steam railways; this tour takes in the very best of northern Scotland from our base in Inverness - the gateway to your Highland adventure.
Scottish Highlands
7 Days from £645PP
Travel to the heart of the Scottish Highlands and take in the marvellous lochs and glens as you travel by train on the superb West Highland Line and cruise Loch Lomond.
The Highlands by Steam
6 Days from £595PP
Experience Edinburgh before exploring the lochs, mountains and glens of Perthshire and the Cairngorms on spectacular mainline and steam railways from the pretty Perthshire village of Blair Atholl.
West Highlands & Skye
6 days from £560PP
From the proud city of Glasgow, make the exciting journey through the mesmerising scenery of the Scottish Highlands on one of the world's great railways, before visiting the beautiful Isle of Skye.
Railways of Wales
6 Days from £495 per person
Julie Walters has sprung onto our screens with her fabulous ‘Coastal Railways’ series, taking us the length of Great Britain. Why not follow in Julie's footsteps and enjoy a fantastic tour of North Wales, based in charming Llandudno. From here we discover the historic steam railways and impressive castles found along the coastline of this beautiful and mountainous region of Wales.
Valleys & Railways of Mid-Wales
5 days from £590PP
From picturesque coastline to rolling hills, explore the very heart of the renowned Welsh countryside on this exciting tour. Enjoy classic heritage railway journeys along some of the country's oldest lines and roll through the stunning scenery that Wales has become synonymous with.