Eastbourne and Romantic Railways
Eastbourne and Romantic Railways
Eastbourne and Romantic Railways
5 Days Starting and ending in Eastbourne, UK
Visiting: Eastbourne, Kent, Tenterden, Bluebell Railway - (Sheffield Park, Station), National Trust - Sheffield Park & Garden
Tour operator:
Tour code:
werr
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
6-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Take in the great British countryside from a unique perspective on this fantastic holiday! Join us for a scenic ride aboard the beautifully resorted coaches of the Kent and East Sussex Railway, and enjoy a nostalgic journey on the picturesque Bluebell Railway. With other highlights including National Trust’s Sheffield Park Gardens and a trip to Tenterden, this tour promises plenty of memories.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Eastbourne
Location: Eastbourne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Burlington or 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to Eastbourne and our hotel for four nights.
Day 2 : Kent And East Sussex Railway
Location: Kent, Tenterden, Eastbourne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Burlington or 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey on the Kent and East Sussex Railway, passing through the beautiful Wealden scenery. England's finest rural light railway allows visitors to experience travel from a bygone era, aboard beautifully restored coaches and locomotives dating from the Victorian times.
We will have time in picturesque Tenterden, known as the 'Jewel of the Weald', before returning to Eastbourne.
Day 3 : Day At Leisure Or Brighton
Location: Eastbourne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Burlington or 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Relax in Eastbourne and enjoy the fresh air, sandy beaches and Victorian pier.
Or, why not join our optional excursion to Brighton? This popular seaside resort is busting with attractions, such as the extravagant pavilion and beautiful pebbled beach. The historic Lanes date back to the late 16th century, and this quirky labyrinth of streets is filled with interesting shops, beautiful jewellers, and plenty of places to eat.
Day 4 : Bluebell Railway And National Trust’S Sheffield Park Gardens
Location: Bluebell Railway - (Sheffield Park, Station), National Trust - Sheffield Park & Garden
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Burlington or 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Trip on the Bluebell Railway – a beautiful name for a beautiful journey. One of the first preserved heritage lines in the country, a number of the stations were built in the traditional 'Queen Anne' style, and Horsted Keynes has regularly been featured on television and in films including Downton Abbey and Churchill's Secret.
We continue on to the National Trust’s Sheffield Park Garden. This magnificent garden was laid out in the 18th century by ‘Capability’ Brown.
Day 5 : Return Home
Location: Eastbourne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
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Porterage at Hotels
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
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International Travel
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Burlington, 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel in Eastbourne.
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 6 years or above
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
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Low Deposit
Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.