Coastal North Devon & Gardens

This charming Devon break recreates the golden days of travel, with a ride on the West Somerset Railway and a unique cruise on board one of the last remaining Horse-Drawn Barges in Great Britain, in addition to entry at RHS Rosemoor - a garden of intoxicating beauty whatever the season.

Holiday Inclusions
* Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
* Door-to-Door service
* Coach travel throughout
* Porterage
* Excursions as listedWS Railway
Take in the glorious and varied countryside on board the West Somerset Railway. Our memorable journey takes us past charming villages, Dunster Castle and the cliffs and coast of the Bristol Channel, with distant views of South Wales, through to Minehead. Here you will have some time to explore and have a bite to eat before we return to the hotel. Minehead is home to some lovely beaches, a fishing quarter and an historic harbour. There's a 14th Century church on the hill and the much-photographed historic Church Steps, or you could take a walk down the tree-lined Avenue and visit the selection of tea rooms, pubs and independent shops in the town centre.

Horse-Drawn Cruise
We journey to the charming town of Tiverton, where there's time free to have a bite to eat before we head to the banks of the Grand Western Canal to experience a cruise like no other aboard a Horse-Drawn Barge. Expect a magical time on your trip getting to know the staff and heavy horses, taking in the sights, sounds and wildlife of the canal as you are pulled along by a powerful and elegant shire horse.

RHS Rosemoor
This morning we visit RHS Rosemoor, a delightful garden that blends formal and informal plantings to magical effect. Explore the rose gardens, the long borders, the exotic gardens, and all the seasonal delights at this stunning garden. Please note: some areas of the garden such as the Woodland Walks have limited accessibility. Afterwards we have free time in the popular seaside resort of Ilfracombe, a pleasant town with grand Victorian villas, whitewashed houses and a quaint heritage harbour and quayside. It is home to a host of world-famous attractions including the aquarium and the unique Tunnel Beaches, as well as Damien Hirst's sculpture, Verity.The Devon Hotel, Exeter
With easy access to Exeter City Centre and the surrounding area, the Devon Hotel has an outstanding reputation for fabulous cuisine and great accommodation. Set in the Georgian building which is the heart of the hotel, the flagship Carriages Brasserie and Lounge Bar beckon you to relax and dine at the end of each day. All bedrooms are modern and beautifully executed, with en-suite facilities, Sky TV, air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, telephone, safe, hairdryer, and tea & coffee making facilities. This hotel does not have a lift, however, ground-floor bedrooms may be available on request.

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