Description
1812 Proms Concert & Fireworks - Eastbourne Bandstand
Enjoy 4 nights in a lovely sea facing hotel on the flat promenade in Eastbourne. This special offer includes breakfast and dinner plus from the terrace at the hotel enjoy an included glass of bubbly whilst listening to the Concert Band of the RBL - a truly iconic tradition that is celebrated every Wednesday evening, consisting of a culmination of concert music ending triumphantly with traditional proms favourites and Tchaikovsky's 1812 overture accompanied by a spectacular Firework display.
Itinerary
Day 1 - From your chosen joining point relax in your comfortable seat as the coach heads to the south coast. Arrive at the Cumberland Hotel mid-afternoon with time to settle in before dinner. Relax and enjoy your new surroundings - perhaps take a walk along the front. 4 nights accommodation with breakfast, dinner and a glass of Prosecco on Wednesday evening. Concert commences at 20.00 - 22.00.
Enjoy your leisure time in Eastbourne.
Wednesday evening at 20.00 gather in reception for your glass of bubbly and onto the terrace for the RBL's concert music and firework display. Finishes at 22.00.
Included Excursions:
Battle & Hastings - Visit the site of the Battle of Hastings, abbey and church. Hastings is all about the sea and 1066 and also boasts a lively and growing arts scene.
Dungerness & Rye - Described as Britain's only desert, home to a power station, a nature reserve and film-maker Derek Jarman's cottage! Medieval Rye one of the Cinque Ports is full of cobbled lanes and quaint passageways.
Day 5 - After breakfast say farewell to the Cumberland. Returning to your home towns via interchange.
Venue Information
The Cumberland Hotel,
Grand Parade, Eastbourne
E. Sussex
BN21 3YT
A friendly hotel with 72 en-suite bedrooms, the majority of which have sea views, are tastefully furnished with colour TV, Radio, direct dial telephone, tea and coffee making facilities and hair driers. There is also a lift that services all floors. The Head Chef prepares the excellent cuisine with the utmost care, using only the finest ingredients, complemented by an extensive wine list.