Eastbourne and Michelham Priory

Eastbourne provides us with the perfect base from which to explore the delights of the South Coast, including historic Michelham Priory. With seven acres of beautiful grounds to explore and 800 years of fascinating history to uncover, you’re in for a fantastic experience! We also visit medieval Lewes and enjoy a tasting at Carr Taylor Wines.

5 days from £379pp

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Your Tour Includes

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Itinerary

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to Eastbourne and our hotel for four-nights.

Included Meals

  • Dinner

Included excursion to Michelham Priory, where the country's largest medieval water-filled moat surrounds a site steeped in history. Dating back to 1229, learn the fascinating stories of this wonderful location from the dissolution of the monasteries through to a place of refuge for evacuees from London.

We round off the day with a visit to medieval Lewes. Nestled amongst the South Downs, old English churches and a maze of tiny alleyways allow a true glimpse into the bygone days of Lewes.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Lewes
  • Michelham Priory

Relax at leisure in seaside Eastbourne or perhaps join our optional excursion to vibrant Brighton.

Bursting with attractions from the extravagant Pavilion and interesting museums, to the beautiful beach and superb shopping in the historic Lanes, there is so much to see and do here! A city by the sea, there is an unmatched vibrancy here and this a popular destination for holiday-makers and day-trippers alike!

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Optional Excursions

  • Brighton
    • 2024: £10.00pp

The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.

Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in sterling (cash payments only).

We travel along the coast to Hastings. One of the old medieval Cinque Ports, the remains of William the Conqueror's first English castle still stand here today and there is an abundance of history to be discovered in the meandering alleyways of the Old Town.

We continue to call at Carr Taylor Wines, where we enjoy a taste of the delightful produce as well as refreshments with local cakes to round off the day!

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Hastings
  • Carr Taylor Wines

Return home.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast

Accommodation

You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Burlington Hotel in Eastbourne.

Burlington Hotel

Burlington Hotel

Set in a beautiful Victorian building near the promenade, the Burlington Hotel is the perfect choice for any Eastbourne holiday. The hotel boasts stunning sea views which can be enjoyed from the restaurant, bar and coffee lounge, all of which offer great and varied menus. With enchanting décor, comfortable rooms and a friendly, sociable atmosphere, guests are guaranteed to enjoy a relaxing stay. Also a popular choice for its central location, the world-famous Carpet Gardens, Redoubt Fortress, iconic Eastbourne Pier and the town centre all within a short 10-minute walk.

Location: Grand Parade, Eastbourne, BN21 3YN

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • 3 Star
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
Room
  • TV
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra Pillows and Blankets
Service
  • Safe Box in Reception
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Free WiFi (Public Areas)
Accessibility
  • Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
  • Wheelchair Access
Food & Drink
  • Vegetarian Meals
  • Gluten Free Menu
  • Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
  • Vegan Menu
Hotel
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
  • WiFi Available

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4.1 Out of 5 ( 9 Reviews )

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Quality

4 / 5

Value for Money

4.1 / 5

Robert Marsh, 0 years ago

very good indeed

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Mr. Trevor Mascall, 0 years ago

Really enjoyed my holiday it’s been several years since I last went

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Martin Heath, 0 years ago

Well organised and every need was covered to produce a wonderful trip.

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Julia Lawrence, 0 years ago

Too old for these type of holidays Coach transfers awful two days hanging about three changes Not enough information in fact none on destinations emails before hand would have been useful where I have made similar comments in the past nothing seems to happen.your holidays might suit some but not me anymore please cancel postal information.Driiver competent safe driving.

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Mrs Rayner, 0 years ago

really enjoyed eastbourne but the holiday was spoilt again by the transfers and the hanging around at service stations. this was particularly so on the return journey. we left eastbourne promptky by 9am but didnt get in to scarborough until around 8.30pm after numerous drop offs at widespread places. also we really do prefer to be abke to book a seat.

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