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Eastbourne and Romantic Railways
Take in the great British countryside from a unique perspective on this fantastic holiday! Join us for a scenic ride aboard the beautifully resorted coaches of the Kent and East Sussex Railway, and enjoy a nostalgic journey on the picturesque Bluebell Railway. With other highlights including National Trust’s Sheffield Park Gardens and a trip to Tenterden, this tour promises plenty of memories.
5 days from £339pp
Single Room Supplement from £29pp
Book NowYour Tour Includes
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
Itinerary
Overview
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to Eastbourne and our hotel for four nights.
Includes Dinner
Overview
Journey on the Kent and East Sussex Railway, passing through the beautiful Wealden scenery. England's finest rural light railway allows visitors to experience travel from a bygone era, aboard beautifully restored coaches and locomotives dating from the Victorian times.
We will have time in picturesque Tenterden, known as the 'Jewel of the Weald', before returning to Eastbourne.
Includes Breakfast
Includes Dinner
Included Highlights
Kent and East Sussex Railway
Tenterden
Overview
Relax in Eastbourne and enjoy the fresh air, sandy beaches and Victorian pier.
Or, why not join our optional excursion to Brighton? This popular seaside resort is busting with attractions, such as the extravagant pavilion and beautiful pebbled beach. The historic Lanes date back to the late 16th century, and this quirky labyrinth of streets is filled with interesting shops, beautiful jewellers, and plenty of places to eat.
Includes Breakfast
Includes Dinner
Optional Excursions
Brighton
2024 £10.00
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).
Overview
Trip on the Bluebell Railway – a beautiful name for a beautiful journey. One of the first preserved heritage lines in the country, a number of the stations were built in the traditional 'Queen Anne' style, and Horsted Keynes has regularly been featured on television and in films including Downton Abbey and Churchill's Secret.
We continue on to the National Trust’s Sheffield Park Garden. This magnificent garden was laid out in the 18th century by ‘Capability’ Brown.
Includes Breakfast
Includes Dinner
Included Highlights
Bluebell Railway
National Trust’s Sheffield Park Gardens
Overview
Return home.
Includes Breakfast
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Burlington, 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel in Eastbourne.
Majestic Eastbourne Hotel
Perched in a prime position on Royal Parade, the Majestic Hotel sits across the road from the beach, close to Redoubt Fort and the world-famous Carpet Gardens. With fantastic views out to sea, the hotel is also within walking distance of the main attractions, including Eastbourne Pier. Guests can unwind in the relaxing lounge and open-fronted bar area, or watch the world go by from the beautiful sun terrace on brighter days. The hotel hosts a variety of entertainment during the holiday season, including comedians, musicians and quizzes, so you can enjoy the sociable atmosphere after a day exploring this delightful coastal resort.Location: Royal Parade, Eastbourne, BN22 7AN
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Hotel Facilities
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Room
- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Shower or Bath
- Free Wifi
General
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals
- Gluten Free Meals on Request
- Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
- Vegan Menu
Service
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Iron at Reception
- Dogs Allowed on Request
Hotel
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
Imperial Hotel Eastbourne
An impressive Victorian hotel, Daish's Imperial Hotel offers all the facilities you need for an enjoyable stay. The coffee shop and lounge provide the perfect spots to relax and unwind and tasty meals are served in the large restaurant. There's a quiet bar in which you can enjoy a drink and a chat in the evening, or for lively fun there is entertainment on some evenings in the main bar where you can dance the night away!Location: 16-32 Devonshire Place, Eastbourne, BN21 4AH
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Hotel Facilities
Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can
Room
- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Extra Pillows and Blankets
- Telephone
- Free Wifi
Service
- Safe Box in Reception
- Iron at Reception
- Dogs Allowed on Request
Accessibility
- Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
General
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals
- Gluten Free Menu
- Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
- Vegan Menu
Hotel
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- WiFi Available
Single Room Supplements
Single Room Supplement from £29
Reviews
4.3 Out of 5 ( 6 Reviews )
Reviews
Quality
3.5 / 5
Value for Money
3.8 / 5
MRS LYNNE DAVISON, 20 days ago
Enjoyed the contents of the holiday. Hotel needs a paint job, but clean and staff very nice.
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Joanne, 21 days ago
I would have given 5 stars for quality, but this was a replacement holiday for one cancelled and so the trips were not 100% what I would have chosen, but they were good quality and certainly value for money. Overall the holiday was very good. I have travelled with Shearings before and am very satisfied with what they have to offer.
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Diane Needham, 21 days ago
Enjoyable, steam railway rides. Hotel food very good. HotelStaff very pleasant & nothing too much trouble.
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Mr Frank Baines, 22 days ago
Excellent itinerary, and very good hotel, although the shower in our bathroom was fairly poor. Shearing's driver was superb.
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Jill Stewart, 22 days ago
Took to long to arrive at destination. Could have been organised better and reduced this journey by 3 hours each way. Staff at hotel all willing to help and enthusiastic, meals all ok and excursions all run to time
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Phillip Insley, 22 days ago
Clean good food hotel needs some money spending on it
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