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 Georgian Hollies 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.\nThe Georgian Hollies Hotel - is conveniently located in the centre of Blackpool, one of the UK's most popular seaside destinations.Close to the promenade, beach and many visitor attractions, this family-run hotel offers a warm welcome, comfortable accommodation and all the facilities you need for a relaxing break in Blackpool.

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 Georgian Hollies Hotel, Blackpool The Georgian Hollies Hotel
You'll get a genuine welcome\nAs soon as you walk into the hotel from Albert Road, a road that leads directly to the golden sandy Blackpool seafront, and top attractions like SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds and the Blackpool Illuminations between September and January - you are genuinely welcomed.\n\nRenowned for being friendly - and fun\nCustomers often remark upon the friendly well-established staff team at The Georgian Hollies Hotel. The other book-inducing hotel features are its renowned evening entertainment including visiting cabarets, quiz nights and bingo - and its central location.\n\nIt's really close to Church Street\nIt is less than a 5-minute walk to The Blackpool Tower, the Winter Gardens, the beach and promenade, the main shopping street (Church Street) and the Houndshill Shopping Centre.\n\nA favourite in the UK's most popular seaside resort\nWell-regarded by Caledonian Travellers too, this typical Blackpool terrace has an on-site restaurant, cabaret lounge and bar with a pool table and TV, which is buzzing every day from midday. The bar is well-stocked with an excellent range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks - take yours out to the front terrace in the summer months!\n\nWhat are the bedrooms like?\nInside the en suite bedrooms, you'll find everything you need for a comfortable stay - a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi.\n\nInsider info - Sometimes, visiting stalls will spring up with gifts in the hotel's reception.\nHotel features:\n\n
- All bedrooms with en-suite facilities\n
- TV & tea/coffee making facilities in room\n
- Bar with pool table and TV\n
- TV lounge\n
- Restaurant\n
- Evening entertainment\n
- 24-hour front desk\n
- Free Wi-Fi\n
- Lift to all floors\n
- Cabaret lounge