Description
Spring is definitely in the air with the days drawing out and what better time could there be for a pick-me-up weekend away in lovely Devon. Torquay on the English Riviera must be one of the loveliest places to visit at any time of the year with its fabulously mild climate, higher than average UK temperatures. and its signature palm trees.
Come and enjoy this great value getaway staying at the cosy and very friendly, family-run Nethway Hotel with a Sixties themed fancy dress party on Saturday and a free bar each night (selected drinks)
Departure points to suit you...
Crusader Holidays uses an interchange system, taking place at either Beaconsfield Services (M40), South Mimms Services (M25/A1M) or Thurrock Services (M25).
Here you may have to change to your holiday coach and we are renowned for ensuring that this is smooth and efficient.
The holiday coaches typically depart from Beaconsfield Services at 11.15, Thurrock Services at around 09.30 and South Mimms Services at 10.30. Some customers find it more convenient to join direct at the interchange, please let is know when booking if this is the case.
*Due to increased operational costs, from Monday 16th October 2023 Dover, Folkestone, Canterbury & Ashford joining points will be subject to a £25.00 per person supplement on all 2024 UK Tours.
NOTE: Pick up points are a guide so please refer to your holiday confirmation for specific locations as details are subject to change.
Itinerary
Highlights
- Hotel for 3 nights with breakfast & dinner- Welcome tea/coffee & biscuits- Porterage- Day at leisure in Torquay- Excursion to Plymouth- Live entertainment on Friday- Sixties Themed Fancy Dress Party with DJ on Saturday- Quiz & Bingo on Sunday- Free bar each evening between 20.00 - 23.00 (selected drinks)
Your Itinerary
DAY 1 - After joining your holiday coach to the south coast enjoy an en-route stop for refreshments. Arrive at your hotel in Torquay late afternoon where your hosts await with a very warm welcome and tea / coffee & biscuits. 3 Night stay with breakfast & dinner included. Live entertainment this evening.
The Nethway Hotel is walkable to the main attractions in Torquay and the seafront. There are lovely views from the hotel terrace overlooking Torbay to Berryhead Lighthouse. A Free Bar operates each evening between 20.00 - 23.00 on selected drinks (draught cider, bitter & lager; house wine - red, white, rose; house spirits - vodka, whisky, rum, gin, martini plus a draught mixer). There is live entertainment on Friday night, a Sixties themed night fancy dress party with DJ on Saturday and bingo & quiz on Sunday night
DAY 2 - Enjoy Torquay
Enjoy a day in Torquay on the magnificent 'English Riviera' with its palm-lined seafront and russet-red cliffs - perfect for a winter promenade. There is a market every Saturday (Union Street), a good smattering of cafes and restaurants as well as the Torquay Museum (open Saturday 10.00 - 16.00), full of local history and artefacts with a gallery dedicated to Agatha Christie, the 'Queen of Crime' born in Torquay in 1890. Then it's time to get your glad rags on ready for this evening's Sixties Fancy Dress party and dinner.
DAY 3 - Plymouth
Full English breakfast this morning before boarding the coach for your included excursion to Plymouth, Devon's fabulous port city. It's known for its maritime heritage and historic Barbican district with narrow, cobbled streets. Sutton Harbour is home to the National Marine Aquarium, where sharks and rays glide in a deep tank. (Admission not included) Also in the harbour are several marinas and a fish market, the Plymouth Fisheries. The Mayflower Steps are where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for the New World in 1620. Return to the hotel this afternoon with bingo & quiz this evening
DAY 4 - After breakfast, it's time to return homewards breaking the journey at a suitable stop for refreshments. Arrive back at your local joining points this evening
Venue Information
Nethway Hotel, Torquay New for 2024!
The 2* Nethway Hotel is a small, family-run hotel set in its own peaceful gardens with stunning views towards the sea with the beach, marina and town centre just a short walk away. You can be sure of a warm welcome and a friendly atmosphere from your hosts and it makes a great base for a stay on the picturesque South Devon coast.
Home cooked food is served in the restaurant and there is also a bar. Guestrooms are tastefully decorated, all with TV, free WiFi and tea / coffee making facilities and many with a walk-in shower.
There is no lift but there are some ground floor rooms and some rooms are served by a stair lift.
A supplement applies for seaview rooms and seaview rooms with balcony. The seasonal outdoor pool will not be open in March.
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