Sussex Steam and Seaside Charms

SUSSEX STEAM & SEASIDE CHARMS

 

23 - 27 August 2027

Monday - Friday

5 Days

From £735

 

Discover the timeless charms of Sussex on a relaxing coastal break based in elegant Eastbourne. Travel through glorious countryside aboard the historic Bluebell Railway, explore the Arts and Crafts treasures of Standen House & Garden and uncover centuries of history at atmospheric Michelham Priory. With leisure time to enjoy Eastbourne's seafront and traditional resort attractions, this varied holiday combines heritage, scenery and seaside relaxation.

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

• Travel by steam on the Bluebell Railway from Sheffield Park to East Grinstead

• Explore Arts and Crafts treasures at Standen House & Garden

• Discover the historic house and grounds at Michelham Priory

• Stay beside Eastbourne's attractive seafront promenade

• Enjoy leisure time in one of the South Coast's best-loved resorts.

 

(23) DAY ONE - Arrival

We depart from your home and travel south to the Sussex coast, making a suitable comfort stop en route. We arrive in Eastbourne during the afternoon to welcome tea and coffee followed by dinner this evening.

 

(24) DAY TWO - Bluebell Railway and Standen House & Garden

This morning we travel to Sheffield Park and board the famous Bluebell Railway for a nostalgic steam journey through 11 miles of beautiful Sussex countryside to East Grinstead. This afternoon we visit Standen House & Garden, a welcoming Arts and Crafts family home designed by Philip Webb and furnished with beautiful Morris & Co. interiors. There will be time to explore the house and its charming hillside gardens.

 

(25) DAY THREE - Michelham Priory and Eastbourne

Today we visit Michelham Priory, a fascinating historic house set within peaceful grounds near Hailsham. Discover its centuries of history as you explore the atmospheric rooms, gardens and grounds at your own pace.

 

Afterwards we return to Eastbourne, where the remainder of the day is free to enjoy the seafront, pier and town centre.

 

(26) DAY FOUR - Eastbourne at Leisure

Enjoy a relaxing day at leisure in Eastbourne. Take a stroll along the sweeping promenade, visit the traditional pier, browse the town's shops or simply unwind and enjoy the fresh sea air. Our seafront hotel makes an excellent base from which to explore this much-loved Sussex resort at your own pace.

 

(27) DAY FIVE - Departure

After breakfast we leave Eastbourne and begin our journey home, with a suitable comfort stop en route.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Welcome tea/coffee on arrival

Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

Single journey on the Bluebell Railway

Standen House & Garden

Michelham Priory

Free use of the hotel's indoor swimming pool.

 

BEST WESTERN YORK HOUSE HOTEL, EASTBOURNE

The Best Western York House Hotel enjoys a relaxed seafront setting in Eastbourne, just moments from the sea and a pleasant stroll from the pier and town centre. This comfortable Victorian hotel offers welcoming lounges, a restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi and an indoor heated swimming pool. Dinner is a three-course menu with three choices per course, including a vegetarian option, followed by tea or coffee. Porterage is included on arrival and departure. The hotel has a lift, while coach parking is off-site and chargeable.

All single rooms are twin/double for sole occupancy.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Welcome tea/coffee on arrival

Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

Single journey on the Bluebell Railway

Standen House & Garden

Michelham Priory

Free use of the hotel's indoor swimming pool.

 

BEST WESTERN YORK HOUSE HOTEL, EASTBOURNE

The Best Western York House Hotel enjoys a relaxed seafront setting in Eastbourne, just moments from the sea and a pleasant stroll from the pier and town centre. This comfortable Victorian hotel offers welcoming lounges, a restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi and an indoor heated swimming pool. Dinner is a three-course menu with three choices per course, including a vegetarian option, followed by tea or coffee. Porterage is included on arrival and departure. The hotel has a lift, while coach parking is off-site and chargeable.

 

All single rooms are twin/double for sole occupancy.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
Seafront location	Double and twin rooms	Lift
Restaurant	Sole-occupancy rooms	Porterage included
Bar and lounges	Free Wi-Fi	Off-site coach parking
Indoor heated pool	Tea/coffee facilities	Parking charges apply
Close to promenade
Near pier and town centre

 

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	23 - 27 AUG 2027	MONDAY	£735	£100 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£38

 

 

Why Travel with Jones Holidays?

With our warm, friendly hosts, comfortable coaches, and attention to detail, your holiday will be smooth, enjoyable, and filled with good company. Let us take care of everything.

At Jones Holidays, we believe solo travellers deserve fair prices and peace of mind. That's why our Single Supplement Price Promise ensures you only pay what we pay - nothing more. If hotels charge us a single supplement, we'll pass it on without adding a penny extra; that's our promise to you.

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. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. 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).

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