Jurassic Coast of Weymouth

Jurrassic Weymouth

 

Monday 7th August 2024

Staying at the Royal Hotel, Weymouth - See other Information for details.

4 Nights Dinner Bed & Breakfast.

 

Come to sandy seaside resort of Weymouth, with its iconic beach and lovely harbour, makes this one fantastic base. The hotel sits on the seafront, close to shops/town, foot steps away from the beach.

 

Excursions (Subject to Change)

 

Portland Bill - Lighthouse

Portland Bill is a narrow promontory at the southern end of the Isle of Portland, and the southernmost point of Dorset, England. One of Portland's most popular destinations is Portland Bill Lighthouse. Portland's coast has been notorious for the number of shipwrecked vessels over the centuries.

 

Swanage Railway

Located in the Isle of Purbeck, the rebuilt Swanage Railway is the perfect place to enjoy a great family day out on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast.

The heritage railway attraction operates full-size steam and diesel passenger trains along the five and a half miles of line from Norden to Corfe Castle and down to the Victorian seaside town of Swanage.

 

The line has stations at Corfe Castle and Harman’s Cross as well as a halt at Herston, on the outskirts of Swanage. There are refreshment buffets at Norden and Swanage stations with picnic tables at most of the stations so you can soak up the atmosphere while enjoying a picnic.

 

Swanage is a coastal town and civil parish in the south east of Dorset, England. It is at the eastern end of the Isle of Purbeck and one of its two towns

 

West Bay - the place where Broadchurch was filmed.

West Bay, originally known as Bridport Harbour, is a small harbour settlement and resort on the English Channel coast in Dorset, England, sited at the mouth of the River Brit approximately 1.5 miles south of Bridport. The area is part of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site

 

Day at Leisure - Weymouth

Blue Flag winning Weymouth Beach is consistently recognised as one of the top ten beach destinations in Europe and it's easy to see why. So why not grab your towel, a good book and head to Weymouth.

 

With beautiful golden sands sprinkled with deckchairs, safe shallow waters, an action packed events programme and pretty harbourside, you certainly won’t be disappointed.

The world was introduced to the Georgian grandeur of Weymouth during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.  Weymouth’s fine seafront provided an impressive backdrop to the sailing events and captured the hearts of many! 

Royal Hotel Weymouth - Now a Leisureplex Hotel (Since December 2023).

 

 

For the perfect seaside holiday, it’s got to be Weymouth.

 

The elegant, Grade II listed Royal Weymouth Hotel is right on the seafront, putting you at the heart of the action. Weymouth hotels provide the perfect base for holidays on the seafront, filled with every kind of activity. Explore the West Dorset Heritage Coast and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or enjoy seaside resort attractions such as the harbour and marina. There’s plenty for all ages, from the Sea Life Centre to the Pavilion, where you’ll find regular family entertainment and shows.

If you’re interested in exploring more, find our article on the best things to do in Weymouth for couples, families, and travelling with your children.

 

 

Hotels on Weymouth seafront are among the British public’s absolute favourites. Choosing a hotel in Weymouth that offers good proximity to the beachfront and all the incredible activities nearby is a guaranteed recipe for a successful holiday. Stay in one of the 71 well-appointed bedrooms ranging from small, standard, double, deluxe, superior or family. Whoever you’re bringing along, we’ve got just the right rooms for you all.

 

Gather in the cosy lounge, have a few drinks in the bar or our restaurant offers seasonal menus which can also be enjoyed in your bedroom if you fancy a night in.

 

Rooms have Standard or Superior Grade + option of Sea View.

 

Bedrooms - Standard

Standard Single Room - Sea View.

 

Superior Twin Room

 

Superior Double Room.

 

 

Gold Star Tours Pre-Visit - August 2023

Gold Star Tours Visited in August 2023 and photos above are taken during visit to the hotel, so no staging! Sea View Rooms, so have access to Balcony and big windows with fantastic views over the Weymouth Beach. Food was very good and tasty and presented with class, the restaurant area and bar / lounge on reception level, evening entertainment. A few steps into the hotel, but there is flat entrance at the rear of the hotel if needed.