West Country Rail and Sail

At a Glance

5 Days | 4 Nights | Tiverton Hotel | Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | West Somerset Railway | Horse-Drawn Canal Cruise | Devon and Somerset

Why You’ll Love This Holiday

Enjoy a relaxing midweek break to the West Country, combining scenic railway travel, peaceful waterways and charming towns across Devon and Somerset.

A highlight of the holiday is a gentle horse-drawn barge trip along the Grand Western Canal, offering a wonderfully nostalgic way to enjoy the Devon countryside at a slower pace.

You will also travel on the West Somerset Railway, Britain’s longest heritage railway, with a scenic journey through the Quantock Hills to the traditional seaside resort of Minehead.

During your stay, enjoy free time in Tiverton and Minehead, together with a visit to Quince Honey Farm, where you can learn more about honey production and the fascinating world of bees.

With a cream tea on arrival at the hotel, beautiful countryside and time to relax, this holiday offers a lovely taste of the West Country.

Your Hotel – Tiverton Hotel

Located on the outskirts of Tiverton town centre, this popular hotel offers a comfortable base for exploring Devon and Somerset.

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

• Door to door pick up service

• Elite coach travel

• 4 nights’ dinner and bed and breakfast

• Cream tea on arrival

• All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

• Friendly and experienced driver

Included Visits and Experiences

• Canal trip by horse-drawn barge

• Single journey on the West Somerset Railway

• Visit to Quince Honey Farm

• Time at leisure in Minehead

• Free time in Tiverton

• Scenic touring through Devon and Somerset

About the Destination

The West Country is renowned for its rolling countryside, traditional market towns, scenic coastlines and gentle pace of life.

From the peaceful Grand Western Canal and the heritage charm of the West Somerset Railway to Tiverton, Barnstaple and Minehead, this holiday showcases the relaxed beauty of Devon and Somerset.

About the Experience

This holiday combines nostalgic travel, scenic countryside and traditional West Country attractions at a relaxed and enjoyable pace.

Whether cruising by horse-drawn barge, travelling by heritage railway or enjoying time in coastal and market towns, this tour offers a wonderfully easy-going break away.

Your Hotel – Tiverton Hotel

A welcoming hotel situated close to Tiverton town centre, offering comfortable accommodation and relaxed public areas.

Hotel Features

• Restaurant and bar

• Open-plan lounge area

• En-suite bedrooms

• Tea and coffee facilities

• Television

• Hairdryer

• Free Wi-Fi

• Ground floor rooms available

Please note

This hotel does not have a lift.