Walking Weekend Isle of Portland, Lulworth Cove & the South Dorset Coast
Friday 25 November 2022 16:00 - Monday 28 November 2022
(3 nights)
From £319.00
Listed by Spice National
Overview
The Isle of Portland juts out into the English Channel, with a causeway connecting it to the mainland. This means that the island enjoys a sunnier and drier climate than the mainland. The island is home to some of the most fantastic scenery found on the heritage coast and it is an ideal venue in itself to explore. Of course we will have the opportunity to explore the islands highlights but there is a lot more of the stunning Dorset coastline to visit too, with Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Abbotsbury and Chesil Beach all beckoning to us! The hotel compliments the walking and is an ideal venue to base ourselves. It has stunning views across the causeway to the coastline beyond; the food, service and friendly staff all add to the mix and help create the ideal walking weekend away.
Includes
3 nights accommodation, 3 breakfasts, 3 picnic lunches, 3 evening meals & 3 days of guided walks
Extras
Local transport, buses, or ferry’s
Guests: Guests & Non Members who are new to Spice are welcome to book at a £36 supplement though they may prefer to join to obtain the member rate and any deals that may be available at the time of booking/joining. Please call your local office to enquire about booking as a guest.
Location & Itinerary
To allow you to choose a walk that suits you best, we will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On both days there will be a harder walk of 10-12 miles with up to 2,000ft of ascent and a gentler walk of 7-10 miles with less ascent.
Travel & Stay
Our three star Hotel for this lovely break is set on the summit of the Isle of Portland and has spectacular coastal views overlooking Chesil Beach and Weymouth Bay. The hotel makes the most of its situation and the views abound from the bar, restaurant and the coffee shop. The bedrooms have all been designed with comfort in mind and are en suite with shower and bath, and all come with satellite TV, radio, hairdryer and hospitality tray. The hotel has its own leisure centre with gymnasium, steam room and sauna! Or if you have the desire or ability, there’s a squash court too! There are other facilities such as a beauty suite, masseuse and various exercise classes - but you may need to call ahead and book to secure a suitable slot.
Around the Hotel: On the Isle of Portland, you can bird watch, windsurf, go fishing, rock climb, horse ride, or just relax. Weymouth is close by and is a lovely town. Built on the estuary there is a lovely harbour area that has been recently developed and now has a nice mixture of bars and restaurants which makes for a pleasant evening out. It also has a reasonable shopping centre or if you don’t want to walk you can simply relax at the cinemas or theatre or wander around a local nature reserves. Just further afield there are number of historic houses and castles, so you won’t be lost for things to do if the weather is not too kind. All in all, this is a great place to get away from it all in the winter months.
Directions:
From the East to Weymouth: Take the M3 to junction 14 and the M27 to its end. Continue on the A31 to Bere Regis and continue on the A35 to Puddletown. Continue on the A35 to the Dorchester bi-pass and keep on the A35 following signs for Weymouth. At the third roundabout turn Left on the A354 signed Weymouth. Follow the road for 8 miles into Weymouth. Once in Weymouth follow the A354 to Portland. Once on the Island, follow signs for 'Portland Bill', the Hotel is on the summit of the Island.
From the North: Follow the A37 to Dorchester and follow it to the A35. Turn Left onto the A35 and continue to the next roundabout where you turn Right and turn onto the A354 into Weymouth. Then follow the A354 to Portland. Once on the Island, follow signs for 'Portland Bill', the Hotel is on the summit of the Island
Train: The closest train station is in the town of Weymouth itself. It is then approximately a 5 mile taxi ride from the station to the hotel
| Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Member Twin Ensuite Share | £319.00 | Available |
| Member Spacious Double Ensuite Share | £339.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Spacious Twin Ensuite Share | £339.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Spacious Twin Ensuite Share - FEMALE | £339.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Single Ensuite | £379.00 | Available |
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