Choose from a wonderful selection of hotels this festive period on the English Riviera offering fabulous entertainment, drinks and food packages and gifts from Santa. Delve into the Christmas markets in Exeter, magical light displays at RHS Garden Rosemoor and free time in Devon’s finest seaside resorts.
Exeter Christmas Market
The pier at Paignton
Rosemoor Glow ©RHS Stu Foren
Itinerary
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market
Today, we head to Exeter to discover the charm of Exeter’s iconic Christmas Market, nestled in the shadow of the magnificent Exeter Cathedral. Bursting with festive cheer, the market offers handcrafted gifts, delicious seasonal treats, and cosy moments to savour. Meander between twinkling chalets, enjoy mulled wine, and shop for unique finds from handpicked traders celebrating the best of Devon and beyond.
Day 3 RHS Glow at RHS Rosemoor
As dusk settles, RHS Garden Rosemoor comes alive with magical winter light. Discover enchanting trails, immersive experiences and stunning light art inspired by nature in winter, all accompanied by music to lift your spirits.
Day 4 Babbacombe, Paignton & Torquay
We enjoy free time at leisure in Babbacombe, Paignton and Torquay, browsing the historic independent shops and cafés.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Hotel
Headland Hotel
Torquay, Devon
Enjoying a dramatic clifftop location, this charming 3-star hotel has an excellent reputation for welcoming groups. Each of the 78 bedrooms is traditionally decorated in light colours with modern facilities including TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The large Romanoff Restaurant comes complete with sea views, and the Gallery Lounge & Terrace are spacious with plenty of seating. There is also a Hydro Spa with indoor heated hydro pool and massage/beauty treatments are also available. (Indoor heated hydro pool, is complimentary. Charges apply for massage/treatment rooms).
BarGround Floor RoomsLeisure FacilitiesLiftParking On Site & Free of ChargeRestaurantTea & Coffee making facilities
Mercure Paignton Hotel
Paignton, Devon
Overlooking Paignton seafront, the Mercure Paignton enjoys what must be one of the best locations on the English Riviera, with Paignton beach and pier easy strolls away. The modern facade of the hotel opens to sophisticated interiors which echo Paignton’s 19th century seafront houses and the geology of the surrounding UNESCO Global Geopark, with natural materials and inviting furnishings in natural tones dominating each space. The stylish restaurant serves contemporary all-day cuisine either indoors or on its sea-facing terrace, and the lounge bar is a chic spot for drinks. The comfortable rooms continue the natural colour palette, and feature a smart TV, iron, safe, Wi-Fi and tea and coffee facilities.
BarLiftNewParking Off Site & ChargeableRestaurantTea & Coffee making facilities
Livermead Cliff Hotel
Torquay, Devon
As the name suggests, this family-run 3 star hotel sits atop the cliff between Paignton and Torquay, with amazing views over Torbay, and enjoys direct private access to Livermead Beach. Each of the 65 bedrooms is comfortably decorated in a variety of light colours including TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel’s extensive public areas have breathtaking views, including an extensive bar/lounge, summer terrace and the Oceanic Restaurant.
• Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge
BarLiftParking On Site & Free of ChargeRestaurantTea & Coffee making facilities
Pricing
The Headland Hotel, Torquay
4 Nights Half Board
Nov 2027
Based on Monday arrivals
Inclusions
- Entrance to RHS Glow at RHS Rosemoor
- 3 course dinner menu on three nights
- 2 course lunch on 1 day
- Evening entertainment on 3 nights
- Glass of Bucks Fizz/Sherry before dinner on 1st night
- A gift from Santa
- Traditional Christmas Dinner on 1 night
- Tea/coffee with a quiz on 1 afternoon
- Glass of mulled wine after dinner on 1 night
Mercure Paignton Hotel, Paignton
4 Nights Half Board
Nov 2027
Based on Friday & Sunday arrivals
Inclusions
- Entrance to RHS Glow at RHS Rosemoor
- Mince pie, tea/coffee or mulled wine on arrival
- 3 course dinner menu on three nights
- 3 course lunch on 1 day
- Live entertainment each night (Local vocalist or quiz or bingo)
- Happy hour bar – 2 hour 2-4-1 on draft beer, house wine and soft drinks
- 5 course Christmas Dinner (set menu) on the second night
- A gift from Santa
Livermead Cliff Hotel, Torquay
4 Nights Half Board
Nov 2027
Based on Monday arrivals
Inclusions
- Entrance to RHS Glow at RHS Rosemoor
- 3 course menu for 3 nights
- 3 course lunch on 1 day
- Live entertainment on 2 nights
- Welcome Christmas drink reception on day 1
- Afternoon cream tea on day 2
- Traditional Christmas Dinner on day 2
- Celebration dinner on day 4
