Weymouth, the Jurassic Coast & Swanage Steam Railway - JG Explorer

Weymouth, the Jurassic Coast & Swanage Steam Railway - JG Explorer

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Weymouth, the Jurassic Coast & Swanage Steam Railway - JG Explorer

5 Days Starting and ending in Weymouth, England

Visiting: Lyme Regis, West Bay, Abbotsbury, Lulworth Cove, Corfe Castle, Swanage, Dorchester

Tour operator:

Just Go Holidays

Tour code:

10194

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Trip Styles:

UK tours by Coach

Activities:

Sightseeing

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey with the "Weymouth, the Jurassic Coast & Swanage Steam Railway - JG Explorer" tour. Enjoy a 4-night stay at the charming Leam Hotel in Weymouth, offering easy access to the beach and town center. Delight in excursions to the stunning Jurassic Coast, exploring Lyme Regis, West Bay, and Abbotsbury. Discover the natural beauty of Lulworth Cove and the historic ruins of Corfe Castle. Experience a nostalgic ride on the Swanage Steam Railway, soaking in the picturesque Dorset scenery. An optional visit to Dorchester Market is available for those seeking a local shopping experience. With return coach travel included, this tour promises a blend of history, natural wonders, and relaxation. Upgrade to a sea view room for an enhanced stay, and note that the Swanage Railway may be replaced with a visit to Poole on some October departures.

Highlights

  • Excursions to the Jurassic Coast, including Lyme Regis, West Bay, and Abbotsbury.

  • Visit to Lulworth Cove, known for its unique clam-shaped inlet and geological features.

  • Explore the ruins of Corfe Castle, a 12th-century stronghold with historical significance.

  • Heritage train journey on the Swanage Steam Railway through Dorset's stunning scenery.

  • Leisure time in the coastal town of Swanage.

  • Optional excursion to the traditional Dorchester Market.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Jurassic Coast (Lyme Regis, West Bay & Abbotsbury) (full day)

Location: Lyme Regis, West Bay, Abbotsbury

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

For our first half-day excursion, we take in some of the highlights of the Jurassic Coast. We start in the charming seaside town of Lyme Regis, home to Britain’s most famous paleontologist, Mary Anning, and the site where she made many of her findings. We continue on to the scenic marvel of West Bay where the popular TV programme Broadchurch was filmed, before concluding our trip in picturesque Abbotsbury, a quaint little village that has one foot placed firmly in the past.

Day 2 : Lulworth Cove, Corfe Castle & Swanage Steam Railway (full day)

Location: Lulworth Cove, Corfe Castle, Swanage

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We start our day in West Lulworth where we enjoy a visit to Lulworth Cove. This unique clam-shaped inlet offers panoramic views and the opportunity to see millions of years of history through the layers of sedimentary rock on display in the Lulworth Crumple. We then travel to the magnificent ruins of Corfe Castle to explore the features of this imposing 12th-century stronghold including the stone hall, the castle’s oldest feature, built during the reign of William the Conqueror. We finish our day with a ride on the heritage Swanage Steam Railway, where we can sit back and take in Dorset’s stunning scenery on our journey to the coastal town of Swanage where we spend some time at leisure.

Day 3 : Dorchester Market (half day)

Location: Dorchester

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Join us on an optional excursion which takes us to the attractive county town of Dorchester, situated on the river Frome where we have time to browse the stalls of its traditional and charming market. Founded in the 19th century, the market has been a fixture of Dorchester’s community for generations and welcomes thousands of visitors each year due to its wide range of products from over 200 traders.

What's Included

  • Return Coach Travel

    Return coach travel aboard a JG Explorer Coach is included.

  • Heritage Train Journey

    A heritage train journey on the Swanage Steam Railway is included.

  • Excursion to Jurassic Coast

    Excursions to the Jurassic Coast, including Lyme Regis, West Bay, and Abbotsbury, are included.

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What's Not Included

  • Optional Excursion to Dorchester Market

    The optional excursion to Dorchester Market is not included and costs £11 per person.

  • Sea View Room Upgrade

    Upgrade to a sea view room is not included and requires additional arrangements.

  • Swanage Railway Operation

    The Swanage Railway may not be operating on some October departures, and the train journey will be replaced with a visit to Poole.

Accommodation

The Leam Hotel in Weymouth offers a comfortable stay with en-suite rooms featuring satellite TV and tea/coffee-making facilities. Located on a prime marine promenade, it provides a lounge bar and restaurant, ensuring a pleasant experience close to Weymouth beach and town center.

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort aboard a JG Explorer Coach, providing return coach travel for the duration of the tour. Enjoy the scenic journey as you explore the beautiful destinations along the Jurassic Coast and beyond.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes accommodation at the Leam Hotel in Weymouth, which is situated on one of the UK's finest marine promenades. The hotel is an elegant Georgian building located just across the road from Weymouth beach and close to the town centre. It offers a lounge bar and a restaurant, and the en-suite rooms feature satellite TV and tea and coffee-making facilities.

  • What can I expect during the excursion to the Jurassic Coast?

    During the excursion to the Jurassic Coast, you will visit the charming seaside town of Lyme Regis, known for its connection to Britain's most famous paleontologist, Mary Anning. The trip continues to West Bay, a scenic location where the TV programme Broadchurch was filmed, and concludes in the picturesque village of Abbotsbury.

  • What activities are included in the Lulworth Cove, Corfe Castle, and Swanage Steam Railway excursion?

    The excursion begins with a visit to Lulworth Cove, where you can enjoy panoramic views and see the Lulworth Crumple's sedimentary rock layers. You will then explore the ruins of Corfe Castle, including its stone hall, before finishing the day with a ride on the heritage Swanage Steam Railway to the coastal town of Swanage.

  • Is there an optional excursion available during the tour?

    Yes, there is an optional half-day excursion to Dorchester Market. This excursion takes you to the county town of Dorchester, where you can browse the stalls of its traditional market, which features a wide range of products from over 200 traders.

  • What happens if the Swanage Railway is not operating during my tour?

    If the Swanage Railway is not operating on some of the October departures, the train journey will be replaced with a visit to Poole and its large natural harbour.

Reviews of this operator

Tracie Chana (Google Reviewer)  

My trip to Scarborough and...

02-Dec-2023

My trip to Scarborough and Witney.was fantastic .food at the grand hotel was buffet style.so you could help yourself.i went Monday to Friday from 20 November 2023

rochelle pitt (Google Reviewer)  

Just had a Cornwall short...

25-Feb-2025

Just had a Cornwall short break. Steve our driver was kind and courteous. The pentire hotel was a wonderful stay. I would definitely do it again.

Christine Frodsham (Google Reviewer)  

Just come back from Liverpool,...

09-Mar-2024

Just come back from Liverpool, our driver, Gareth, was lovely, he looked after us, was an excellent driver and nothing was a bother. The coach was very clean and comfortable. My first time with the company and would recommend. Have requested brochures for next trip.

Patricia Stockton (Google Reviewer)  

Just returned from a 5day...

31-May-2024

Just returned from a 5day break to Weson super Mare, Bath & surrounding area, with my partner. The driver Martin was very professional, and a credit to your company. The hotel was a bit dated but could be overlooked by the quality of the home made food, it was fantastic & enough for the best of appetites. The staff & entertainment were also amazing. An excellent fun filled break.

Helen Stephens (Google Reviewer)  

Just came back from Benidorm,...

31-Mar-2025

Just came back from Benidorm, didn't know what to expect but we were very impressed with how well organised everything was. We had a long journey from Cornwall and the two feeder drivers were really nice and on time. Had a wonderful tour driver, Corey who was brilliant and really looked after everyone. The hotel was really good, spotless and the staff were nice. Only niggle was there wasn't much entertainment in hotel and food could have been a bit hotter.

Catherine Dibble (Google Reviewer)  

Harrogate trip was fantastic. Beautiful...

15-Oct-2024

Harrogate trip was fantastic. Beautiful hotel food excellent.Carl our driver great... On to Knarsbough visit a lovely Old Mansion House loads of History.. finished with a Cream Tea... Great Value .

David Metcalf (Google Reviewer)  

Returned on Friday evening from...

27-Oct-2024

Returned on Friday evening from Scotland's Beautiful Banffshire. Good holiday, great value for money, but marred by some issues. 5-25am pick up from Chester, then huge detour to Preston because the feeder coach driver didn't know the route! 3 hours late leaving Preston, didn't arrive at hotel in Peterhead until 19-35. Straight in for our evening meal. Hotel very good, helpful and friendly, but too cramped at long tables for meals. Food always hot and tasty, rooms clean, comfy and warm. Bit of a hike to reach our lodge. Enjoyable excursions with our driver Martin, but unaware that onboard toilet only to be used when stationary. What's the point of having the toilet? Made some journeys very uncomfortable. Would think twice about booking again.

Zena Lampert (Google Reviewer)  

I am very disappointed with...

14-Feb-2024

I am very disappointed with my coach trip I paid £70 supplement for being single and I paid for a sea view when I arrived the room was small the bed was dirty the Seaview was a small square window and the view was a roof I asked to be changed was given a twin room with a seaview which was ok. The room was very dated the toilet flush didn’t flush there was enough Pugh milk to make one cup of tea and the sugar sachets had been there so long the sugar had gone hard. The dinner food was stone cold the salad lettuce was limp to say the least the food was atrocious so I decided to dine out. The breakfast I found eggs and toast which was edible. I have no idea why I paid an extra £70 the experience was awful. I will never go on another coach tour with just go holidays as they clearly do not checkout the hotels they allocate. Shame on you just go holidays I was appalled

Linda McDonnell (Google Reviewer)  

Booked for Bath Christmas market...

06-Dec-2024

Booked for Bath Christmas market for Sat 7th Dec, the trip is unbelievably going ahead although close to a red weather warning, I phoned to confirm if trip going ahead, the staff lied to me and told me the venue had confirmed the market was on but when I checked on their website it has been cancelled because of safety concerns.......Of course it has been cancelled!! I called back to be told that although the market wasn't running the shops should be open.......Why would anyone want to sit on a coach all day to go to another shopping centre....unbelievable. They are so tight, just cancel the trip and pay people back.....The trip is just for Bath Christmas Market and it isn't on, you cannot justify running the trip, it is stupid and dangerous and you deserve to lose many customers, I hope you do. Do not give them a penny or your money they don't deserve it. IMPORTANT: We take the safety of the public, stall holders and our staff seriously with this in mind and the Met Office forecast of winds exceeding 70mph from Storm Darragh we have taken the decision not to open Bath Christmas Market tomorrow, Saturday 7 December. This is to avoid any potential damage to people and property from the temporary market infrastructure. We are sorry for any inconvenience this causes but safety as to be our first priority – we look forward to seeing everyone back when we reopen. Please check here and on our social media for updates.

Pauline Nestor (Google Reviewer)  

We have recently come back...

02-Feb-2024

We have recently come back from a short stay at warners nornton grange isle of white which was booked through just go holidays. After quite a long conversation with a very rude customer service chap called Simon at just go holidays who more or less told me that I shouldn’t complain about anything as we booked in January and what do you expect to get and if you don’t make sure that what you should have in your room is there and don’t tell the reception don’t complain about it. I’m very upset and feel that Simon thought that I was not worth talking to. On the whole don’t bother to pay extra for an upgraded room because others that didn’t pay will get the same room with the same two bottles of water two packs of crisps two packs of biscuits and two soft drinks without paying an extra £70 and if you don’t get what you think you should get please do not bother to ring customer service they are not interested in helping you

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  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of just go holidays charges.

    Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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