Glorious Devon 2024

INCLUDED IN THIS WONDERFUL HOLIDAY :

 

Torquay is our base for this super holiday and is an award-winning resort where elegant Victorian villas, a bustling harbour, and palm-fringed beaches give the Riviera its well-earned name.

 

 

Visit Sidmouth, a place that is easy to find and hard to leave.  Hidden in plain view along the beautiful Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sidmouth is a seaside town like no other.  You’ll find a pride in traditional service with a remarkable variety of shops and eateries in the bustling town centre.

 

 

 

Powderham Castle  -  home of the 19th Earl of Devon, Charles Courtenay, enjoys a unique, picturesque setting within an ancient deer park beside the Exe estuary, just south of Exeter. Over 600 years of history can be discovered within the walls of one of Devon's oldest family homes. On our Castle tour you will see the many majestic rooms and hear fascinating stories about the Courtenay family. See the gardens, the grange and the grandest rooms of the Castle – the public face of Powderham. All of this via secret doors, long libraries and even a hidden ballroom. https://www.powderham.co.uk/

 

 

The Garden House - One of the finest gardens in Britain. It’s a diverse garden of 8 acres of themed areas providing colour and interest within a beautiful South Devon landscape. At the heart of this magical place is the walled garden designed and planted in the mid 1940’s

 

 

A Relaxing River Cruise with Stuart Line Cruise where you will discover the history, beauty & wildlife of the River Exe on this 6 mile circular tour. The best way to view the area and enjoy a relaxing boat trip with calm waters assured. www.stuartlinecruises.co.uk

 

 

The Dartmoor Flyer - We travel by train up the beautiful Tamar Valley estuary to Gunnislake. The highlight of the journey is when the train slowly creeps down over the Calstock viaduct and you are 120 feet high looking down on the river.

 

 

Journey on the famous Seaton Tramway - operates narrow gauge heritage trams between Seaton and Colyton in East Devon's glorious Axe Valley estuary, travelling  through nature reserves and giving an unrivalled view of the abundant wading bird life. www.tram.co.uk

 

 

 

The Headland Hotel, Torquay This elegant hotel the highest rated 3 star hotel in Torbay, is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of Torquay sitting majestically on the headland looking out to sea. It is set in two acres of magnificent grounds and offers stunning views across Torbay with coastal walks nearby. www.headlandtorquay.com 

 

 

• A Delicious Devon Cream Tea

 

• Entertainment most nights

 

• Half Board and Friday High Tea

 

• Travel in Style  Coach from Pudsey, Calverley, Farsley, Rodley, Horsforth, Leeds, Bradford, Ainley Top

 

• Fully Escorted by a Hanson Exclusives’ Tour Manager

 

We strongly recommend you take out insurance with cover for cancellation due to illness.

Headland Hotel