Sidmouth Holidays

Located on the east coast of Devon just 20km south of Exeter, Sidmouth holidays focus on a traditional regency town in a picturesque coastal setting - ideal for a peaceful UK summer holiday or relaxing UK holiday. Developed from a small fishing village, the town became a fashionable destination during the early 19th century, and now remains an established resort, with Sidmouth holidays offering an unspoilt base with glorious gardens, wonderful cliff top views and numerous listed buildings.

 

The resort lies on the mouth of the River Sid, and is backed by the rolling green hills of the Sid Valley, with Sidmouth holidays featuring a pretty town set beneath stunning red sandstone cliffs, positioned on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. The pebble beach sits in front of Georgian and Regency houses with iron balconies and painted facades, giving the resort an air of old-world charm and elegance, and the attractive esplanade along the coast allows for leisurely strolls spent admiring the views on a Sidmouth holiday. The sand and shingle Jacob's Ladder Beach lies to the west, and is popular with families on summer holidays in Sidmouth. Sidmouth holidays focus on the charm and character of the town, with its beautiful gardens and floral displays, as well as the pebble beach and waterfront views. Walking is a popular activity on a Sidmouth holiday, whether it is through the town or along the coast, out in the countryside or along the river, with active guests also enjoying the facilities for sailing, swimming, biking, golf, horse riding and llama trekking. Accommodation ranges in price and style, with plenty of choice for UK country homes and holiday cottages on a holiday in Sidmouth.

 

Entertainment on a Sidmouth holiday is traditional and relaxed, with brass bands and cream teas, as well as plenty of live music and a choice of pubs and restaurants. Sidmouth was famously known for its Folk Festival (which is no longer in operation), however the town still attracts many musicians every August, with the event still held on a smaller scale. Places of interest on a Sidmouth holiday include the town museum, which displays plenty of local memorabilia and artefacts, a lace display and a costume gallery, as well as The Norman Lockyer Observatory and Planetarium.