Coast and Country - Babbacombe and Beyond

COAST & COUNTRY - BABBACOMBE AND BEYOND

 

1 – 5 February 2027

Monday - Friday

5 Days

From £429

 

Relax and unwind on this delightful South Devon holiday, based in the charming resort of Babbacombe. Enjoy scenic excursions to Sidmouth, with its elegant promenade and coastal views, and Okehampton, set on the edge of Dartmoor. With gentle sightseeing, beautiful landscapes and a comfortable pace throughout, this is a perfect choice for a restful getaway.

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

Babbacombe   |   Sidmouth   |   Okenhampton  

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel south to The English Riviera with comfort stops en route. The Babbacombe Hotel enjoys stunning views across Lyme Bay.

 

DAY TWO – Sidmouth

Today we travel to Sidmouth along the coast.  Explore at your leisure, maybe stop first for refreshments in one of the many cafes, before taking stroll along the promenade, and into Connaught gardens. You might then like to visit the Sidmouth Museum, or the historic Regency Kennaway House, often displaying exhibitions and displays. After your day here, we’ll head back to our hotel with time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY THREE – Babbacombe

A day at leisure in Babbacombe, why not take a gentle stroll the short distance to the Babbacombe Model Village; feel like a giant as you step through the small entrance and the vast miniature world opens up before you, then explore the award winning gardens, showcasing beautiful streams and waterfalls.

 

Or maybe take the cliff railway to Oddicombe Beach. Built in 1926, the Babbacombe Cliff Railway has shuttled hundreds of thousands of holiday makers to and from Oddicombe Beach in over 90 years of service. Then relax in the hotel and enjoy the views over the bay.

 

DAY FOUR – Okenhampton

After a leisurely morning, we’ll make our way out to the Dartmoor National Park, and Okehampton, often referred to as the “Gateway to the Moor”. The town is home to the picturesque Okehampton Castle, which dates to the Domesday Book and sits in an elevated position. 

 

Within the town centre, why not visit the Museum of Dartmoor Life: situated in the heart of the town, an excellent place to learn about the area’s rich heritage. The museum features exhibits on the history of the region, including agriculture, mining, and the fascinating stories of its residents over the centuries. Near the museum is the Victorian Pantry Tearooms, where you can take a break, before continuing to explore.

 

Not far from here is the Museum of Policing in Devon & Cornwall, the museum possesses a comprehensive collection of artefacts and archives that relate to Devon and Cornwall Police and its antecedent forces.

 

You can then visit the Victorian Arcade for a peek back into history, it’s well worth exploring! Then make our way to Red Lion Yard, an attractive outdoor area surrounded by a wide range of shops, and places to eat. You also visit the beautiful Simmons Park, which has the river running through it and many trails to explore.

 

We’ll later return to our hotel, where there is time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY FIVE - Departure

After breakfast, this morning we leave our hotel and make our journey home with comfort stops en route.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, carvery dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Welcome tea/coffee on arrival

50% Bar Deal from 19:30 – 22:30 in the Show Bar.

 

THE BABBACOMBE HOTEL, BABBACOMBE

The Babbacombe Hotel, set on the seafront enjoying the fantastic coastline from its Bar and Restaurant windows. All rooms offer ensuite accommodation with walk in showers, tea/coffee making facilities and digital flat screen TV's. The hotel has a lift to most bedrooms.  The Lift is not for electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters.  Ground floor rooms may be available upon request.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, carvery dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Welcome tea/coffee on arrival

50% Bar Deal from 19:30 – 22:30 in the Show Bar.

 

THE BABBACOMBE HOTEL, BABBACOMBE

The Babbacombe Hotel, set on the seafront enjoying the fantastic coastline from its Bar and Restaurant windows. All rooms offer ensuite accommodation with walk in showers, tea/coffee making facilities and digital flat screen TV's. The hotel has a lift to most bedrooms.  The Lift is not for electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters.  Ground floor rooms may be available upon request.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
4 star	Tea/coffee making facilities	Lift
Bar	Television
Restaurant	Hairdryer
Lounge	Wi-Fi

 

GROUP BOOKINGS

Looking to take a group, if you book 20 places or more on this tour the tour organiser will go Free of Charge.

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	1 – 5 FEB 2027	MONDAY	£429	£20 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£38

 

Please note: It is your responsibility to advise us if you have any mobility issues on booking.  The lift in the hotel only services the 1st and 2nd floor, there are then 14 steps to the third floor. Should you wish to pay extra for a twin/double sea view/balcony room (subject to availability), please be aware that these rooms are located above the Show Bar and you will hear music, therefore not suitable for those who retire early.

There are NO SINGLE GROUND FLOOR ROOMS, or Single Sea View Rooms and access to all single rooms is with a minimum of three - maximum of six stairs.  It is imperative that you advise us of any mobility issues on booking, as the hotel will NOT be able to change your room once allocated due to this being a busy hotel.

As part of operational adjustments, rooms will not be serviced on the first full day of your stay. Housekeeping assistance for essentials will remain available if needed

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

 

The Babbacombe Hotel, Babbacombe Babbacombe Cliff Railway Babbacombe Model Village Okenhampton