Blackpool & The Grand National - Festival Zone

And…… we're off for a four day break to enjoy the buzz and drama of the famous Grand National! The Grand National is the ultimate test of bravery and stamina as the best steeplechasers and their riders take on the most challenging fences in horse racing. With inclusive admission to the Festival Zone Aintree and coach transfers to and from the racecourse..What's Included?
- Coach travel with reserved seating- Three nights dinner, bed and breakfast at The Norbreck Castle Hotel, Blackpool.- Entertainment- Admission to the Festival Zone at Aintree for the thrilling Grand National- Time to enjoy the delights of Blackpool\nThe Grand National - a 4.5 mile handicap steeplechase featuring 30 of the most testing fences and hurdles in the world of jumps racing. Up to 40 runners and riders must complete full circuits of a unique 2¼ mile (3,600 metres) course, in front of 150,000 spectators at Aintree Racecourse (as well as an estimated worldwide TV audience of 600 million across over 140 countries!). Aintree, on the outskirts of Liverpool has hosted the Grand National Festival since 1839.\n\nThe Festival Zoneis the largest and most atmospheric enclosure at Aintree, with access to view the Parade Ring, Winners Enclosure and Red Rum Lawn.\n\nBlackpool - With its many visitor attractions, traditional seaside charm and award-winning beaches, it's not surprising that so many holidaymakers visit this popular resort.\nNorbreck Castle Hotel & Spa -Tucked away on the far North of Blackpool's seafront, the Norbreck is quietly located but has easy access to the buzz of the town centre. One of the largest Brittania-run hotels (and most distinct), it has a well-equipped health club - and unrivalled entertainment.

The Festival Zone
It's Aintree's most atmospheric enclosure
The Festival Zone is the largest and most atmospheric enclosure at Aintree - offering a relaxed experience with views over the closing stages of every race including The Grand National.\n\n
Your zone pass gives you access to a lot
While your Festival Zone Pass does not give you full access to the racecourse - it does however give you access to a lot! Live music and entertainment, plenty of food, drink, betting facilities and big screens are found throughout the area.\n\n
You'll have the opportunity to get a good look at the runners before you place your bets (at the Parade Ring), as well as access to the winner's enclosure (where the winning horses are reunited with their owners and trophies are presented).\n\n
And it's got the best places to drink!
You'll get access to The Irish Bar, which has screens and betting facilities of its own, as well as the iconic Red Rum Garden, a hive of activity and entertainment - complete with Red Rum statue, a tribute to the most iconic winning horse at Aintree.

Liverpool
It's one of the UK's most popular city breaks - and it's clear why
Located right where the River Mersey meets the Irish Sea in the North West of England, it's bursting with diverse and fascinating history, attractions - and lots and lots of shopping.\n\n
The Waterfront is definitely the place to be
The best view of the city's iconic skyline has to be from one of Mersey Ferry's 50-minute River Explorer Cruises - board it from The Liverpool Waterfront. Here, you'll also find the beautifully restored Royal Albert Dock, which played a key role in the famously friendly city's maritime history. Have you ever noticed that the city's name is below The Titanic on the mythical ship's stern? Find out more at the free-to-enter Waterfront Maritime Museum.\n\nLiverpool Dock has restaurants, bars, independent stores, museums and art galleries including Tate Liverpool and the Liverpool Museum, as well as The Beatle's Story, an immersive exhibition which takes you down the Long and Winding Road of The Beatles.\n\n
Liverpool is the perfect place to learn about the Fab Four
..It's their hometown after all. Take a selfie with a larger-than-life version of them on the Pier Head, or visit The Cavern Club on Mathew Street - the live music venue where The Beatles forged their musical identity and became the club's signature act following their first performance there on 9th February 1961.\n\nDon't miss - Right in the heart of the city is Liverpool ONE, the one place you can find all of your high street favourites and designers, plus food, drink and entertainment. If you're after something unique for dinner - head to Liverpool Cathedral's bistro for a hearty bowl of traditional Scouse. The local comfort food is served with homemade bread and pickled cabbage.The Norbreck Castle Hotel & Spa, Blackpool The Norbreck Castle Hotel & Spa, Blackpool
A quiet but convenient location\nTucked away on the far North of Blackpool's shining seafront, the distinctive Norbreck Castle Hotel and Spa is quietly located - but if you want to head off into the buzz of Blackpool, the hotel has easy access. There are regular bus and tram services (there's a tram stop right outside which takes you to Church Street in 25 minutes) and if you fancy a walk, it's about an hour.\n\nIt's known for its entertainment\nNorbreck's entertainment is unrivalled: you've got a choice of cabaret shows, cash bingo and the hotel's resident entertainment. There's also a small cinema with three showings a day, BT Sports in one of the bars and an on-site amusement arcade.\n\nIt's a hotel with everything\nWith 487 rooms, it's one of the largest Brittania-run hotels - and it has benefitted from a recent full refurb over the last 12 months. As well as the entertainment on offer, Norbreck Castle guests can enjoy a modern health club with plenty of facilities, a brand-new restaurant, several bars, a café with an outdoor seating area and several large sea-front lounges.
\nHotel features:\n

- Free Wi-Fi in public areas and bedrooms
- Lift to most floors
- Java Lounge Café Bar - selection of coffees, teas, cakes and light snacks with an outdoor seating area
- Conservatory Bar and Copperface Jacks Sports Bar (adults only) - hot and cold food and drinks served throughout the day
- BT Sports in one of the bars
- On-site amusement arcade
- Small on-site cinema - free of charge, three shows a day
- Castles Restaurant - all-you-can-eat/unlimited buffet meals
- Bingo with cabaret shows on Fri, Sat and 2 midweek nights/resident entertainment every night/cash bingo
- The Norbreck Castle Health Club - indoor heated pool, steam room, spa bath, gym, aerobics classes and sunbeds (extra charges may apply)
- In the room: en suite facilities, Wi-Fi, telephone, hairdryer, TV, tea and coffee making facilities
- 80 car parking spaces - small charge
- 23 adapted rooms - alarm, pull cord, walk-in shower
- Ramp on front of hotel/20 wheelchair-access rooms