Weymouth & Dorset Coast

The classic seaside resort of Weymouth boasts an impressive long arc of golden sands and a wonderful sweep of Georgian sea-front houses. The town’s bustling harbour is regarded as one of the most picturesque in Britain. Steeped in history the 17th Century Waterfront is home to some of Dorset’s finest pubs, restaurants and architecture. In the middle of town you will find Radipole Lake, an RSPB reserve that is excellent for bird watching and a great place to sit and relax. Other attractions include the sea life centre, Nothe Fort, the award winning Greenhill Gardens plus the Brewers Quay, a redeveloped Victorian brewery with family attractions and speciality craft and antique shops.

CROWN HOTEL

This traditional hotel is located in an excellent position at the top of Weymouth’s town centre, next to the town Bridge overlooking the historic fishing harbour, and just a few minutes' walk from Weymouth’s beautiful sandy beach and the Brewer’s Quay. All bedrooms feature television, radio, telephone, iron/ironing board, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel also features a restaurant, bar and lounge area. Lift to all floors.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with dinner and breakfast
Excursions as described in the tour itinerary
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Day One

We travel south via the motorways to Dorset and to the resort of Weymouth.

Day Two

A day at leisure to relax and explore the resort.

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Day Three

This morning we travel to Poundbury, where this new town only dates back to 1993 with its picturesque cottages, beautiful town square and fine architecture. We then continue to Dorchester, where you can browse around the popular Wednesday market. From here we continue to Bridport, this lively and vibrant town has an eclectic mix of independent shops and cafes that give the town a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere. After lunch we make the short journey to West Bay, which was the setting for the popular television series, Broadchurch. After some free time to look around and see the famous cliffs, we return to Weymouth via coast road and the Isle of Portland.

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Day Four

Today we take a drive to the Isle of Purbeck where we visit the quaint thatched village of Corfe Castle, with its two main streets of buildings constructed with local grey Purbeck limestone, overlooked by the dramatic Castle ruins that stands on a natural hill guarding the principal route through the Purbeck Hills. We continue to the resort of Swanage, proper old-fashioned, traditional Victorian seaside town set at the heart of Purbeck described as the gem of the Dorset coast. After some time to explore, take in the views, stroll along the restored pier or simply relax on the 'blue flag' quality beach we return to Weymouth where the remainder of the afternoon will be at leisure.

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Day Five

We check out this morning and commence our journey home to North Wales.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bangor, Pontio Centre	Bangor, Pontio Centre Bus Stop
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Campbell Road	Caernarfon, Bus Stop Bottom of Campbell Road
Caernarfon, Leisure Cent.	Caernarfon, Bus Stop opposite Leisure Centre
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Waterloo Port	Caernarfon, Waterloo Port Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Y Glyn	Caernarfon, Y Glyn Bethel Road
Chester	Chester, Holiday Inn South Hotel Bus Stop
Chirk	Chirk, Moreton Park Garden Centre
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Ewloe	Ewloe, Outside St David's Park Hotel
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llanberis, Maes Padarn	Llanberis, Bus Stop Opposite Maes Padarn
Llanberis, Spar	Llanberis, Outside Spar Shop
Llandudno	Llandudno, Mostyn Broadway Coach Park Bus Stop
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llandygai	Llandygai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llanfairfechan	Llanfairfechan, Castle Bridge Bus Stop
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llanfairpwll Park & Ride	Llanfairpwll, Park & Ride
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Menai Bridge	Menai Bridge, Library Bus Stop
Northop	Northop, Red Lion Pub Bus Stop
Oswestry	Oswestry, Mile End Services Coach Park
Penrhyn Bay	Penrhyn Bay, Post Office
Penygroes	Penygroes, Crossroads (Outside Victoria Hotel)
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
Rhos on Sea, Cayley Arms	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Cayley Arms
Rhos on Sea, Hickorys	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Hickorys Restaurant
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Wrexham	Wrexham, Bus Stand Lord Street
Y Felinheli, St. Marys	Y Felinheli, St Mary's Church Bus Stop
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop