Description
Located between Swansea and Cardiff, Porthcawl was originally a port for the iron and steel industries and still has some interesting features from that period, including the oldest maritime warehouse in Wales, an attractive harbour and the last coal and gas powered lighthouse in the country. The attractive seaside resort offers numerous facilities, including the world famous Porthcawl golf course, the finest course in Wales and one of several in the area, an expansive sandy beach and Coney Beach, a fairground with a variety of rides and amusements which was named after the famous New York venue.
Itinerary
Christmas Special Programme
Monday
Sherry reception on arrival followed by dinner and dancing.
Tuesday (Christmas Eve)
Full Day Shopping Excursion. Gala dinner followed by dancing and entertainment.
Wednesday (Christmas Day)
Morning competition to guess the weight of the Christmas cake. Traditional Christmas lunch with "Santa" and presents. Afternoon tea and games. Dinner followed by dancing and entertainment.
Thursday (Boxing Day)
Morning excursion. Pre-lunch glass of punch followed by Grand Boxing Day Lunch. Free afternoon followed by dinner and fancy dress farewell dance (please bring a costume).
Friday
Depart hotel after breakfast.
Individual hotel programmes may differ slightly from this programme.
Venue Information
Seabank Hotel
Porthcawl's most prominent building is situated on a headland, a short walk from the Grand Pavilion and John Street shops. There are spectacular views of the Bristol Channel and south Wales coast from the bar, restaurant and most bedrooms. All 67 bedrooms are centrally heated and have bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, trouser press, TV, intercom and tea/coffee making facilities. Extensive public areas include the cosy Smuggler’s Bar and Garden Restaurant with stunning views across the Channel to Somerset and Devon. The lift serves all floors. The extensive car park can accommodate over 120 cars. AA Two Star Tel: 01656 782261 A Leisureplex Hotel