A Taste of Somerset - Bath, Cheddar & Cider

None given.A Taste of Somerset, Bath, Cheddar & Cider - JG Explorer

Travel in deluxe style on this holiday aboard aJG Explorercoach!
Rolling hills, bubbling cider and charming villages can only mean one thing…the lovely South West county of Somerset! From our base in the nostalgic resort of Weston-super-Mare, we soak up the best of the region with a magical journey through the Mendip Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, stopping off in olde-worlde Wells and Cheddar. We also take a scenic drive through Cheddar Gorge, enjoy time in the county town of Taunton and visit the award-winning, family-run Sheppy's Cider Farm, where our guided tour takes in everything from the fruit orchard to a tasting of this deliciously refreshing drink - cheers!

A Taste of Somerset, Bath, Cheddar & Cider - JG Explorer
Included Excursions
Wells, Cheddar & Cheddar Gorge (full day)
Today we visit two of the most picturesque villages in Somerset, where our first stop is Wells, located at the foot of the Mendip Hills. England's smallest city boasts a Also of interest are Vicars' Close, claimed to be the oldest complete medieval street in Europemagnificent cathedral and unique moated Bishop's Palace, a medieval palace which has been home to the Bishops of Bath and Wells for 800 years, while the eclectic mix of buildings and narrow streets adds to the atmosphere here.
Next, we take a scenic drive through Cheddar Gorge on our way to our second village of the day, Cheddar. Our route weaves in and out of breathtaking scenery where tall, awe-inspiring cliffs dominate the landscape, like something out of a prehistoric kingdom. Later in Cheddar, we enjoy some time to peruse the many tea rooms, gift shops and of course the Cheddar Cheese Factory! Known as the origin of cheddar cheese, this popular food has been produced here since the 12th century.
Sheppy's Cider Farm & Taunton (full day)
We make our way to the family-run Sheppy's Cider Farm, one of the world's oldest independent cider makers. Sheppy's has been lovingly making award-winning craft ciders for over 200 years and the whole process happens on the 370-acre site, from growing to bottling. We go behind the scenes on our guided tour and also enjoy a delicious cider tasting here.
We continue to the county town of Somerset, Taunton, for some free time. Highlights include the historic architecture of Georgian townhouses and Gothic churches, the range of boutique shops and the ancient Taunton Castle, which now houses the Museum of Somerset.
Bath (full day)
Today we head to the beautiful city of Bath. The city has remained faithful to its Regency roots, with an abundance of elegant terraces, circuses and squares in a picturesque valley setting. The magnificent Royal Crescent is a must-see, and the central square is home to Bath Abbey and the ancient Roman Baths. The city has an excellent selection of shops; especially along the Pulteney Bridge, one of only four bridges in the world to feature shops across its full span on both sides.

A Taste of Somerset, Bath, Cheddar & Cider - JG Explorer

- Return coach travel aboard a JG Explorer Coach (see Helpful Information below)
- 4 nights at the York Hotel, Weston-super-Mare (JG2+ rating) with dinner & breakfast
- Porterage
- Tea & coffee on arrival at the hotel
- Entertainment some evenings
- Excursions to Wells, Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar, Sheppy's Cider Farm, Taunton & Bath
- Guided tour and tasting at Sheppy's Cider Farm


A Taste of Somerset, Bath, Cheddar & Cider - JG Explorer

- Entertainment some evenings
- Excursions to Wells, Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar, Sheppy's Cider Farm, Taunton & Bath
- Guided tour and tasting at Sheppy's Cider Farm


JG2+
JG2+ rated hotels offer a slightly higher standard of hospitality, often with good home cooking plus enhanced décor, facilities and services, which is recognised and welcomed by our customers. Food may be buffet style in some of the larger hotels. They may also enjoy an enviable location and/or higher levels of satisfaction on online hotel rating sites and our own customer feedback surveys.

JG Explorer
JG Explorer Coaches
We are pleased to introduce JG Explorer - a brand-new deluxe coach, thoughtfully designed to provide an elevated coach experience and ensure your journey is special and memorable.
Exclusive to the JG Travel Group, the design of these coaches has been meticulously thought through with your comfort in mind - with only 44 seats meaning more room on board and padded seats. There's improved legroom and a footrest, making certain that wherever you sit, you'll be able to relax and enjoy your journey. We know it's the small things that make a big difference in terms of ease and added convenience, so our JG Explorer coaches feature a floor-level, rear-mounted toilet, accessible to all customers.
On-board entertainment throughout your journey is easy to find on the JG Explorer, with access to Azimut, our wireless media system, providing films and quizzes. Simply bring along your smartphone or iPad and enjoy this entertainment interruption-free, with the use of our extra reliable Wi-Fi, free to all passengers and a handy USB port at each seat.
The layout of the JG Explorer includes a floor-level, rear-mounted kitchen with a sink, an espresso machine to purchase delicious Nespresso coffee, dispensed by your driver during comfort breaks, and a fridge stocked with cold drinks and milk. Customers are welcome to help themselves to complimentary JG bottles, that can be used for refill at the built-in cold-water filter, cutting down on the need for disposable plastic bottles and doing our part for the environment.
York Hotel, Weston-super-Mare
JG2+ rating
The York Hotel is situated in the seaside resort of Weston-super-Mare. Located opposite Weston pier with views across the bay and Victorian promenade, the hotel offers comfortable en-suite rooms, a bar and restaurant.