Weston Pocket Guide

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Weston Pocket Guide
Weston
Pocket
Guide
Money off
vouchers
inside
2016
The official Pocket Guide for Days Out in Weston-super-Mare
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Contents
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Seafront South
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Seafront North
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High Street 16
Grove Village
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Orchard Meadows
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Just off the seafront
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Town Centre Gateway
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Surrounding area
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Events38
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Seafront
South
With miles of sandy beach south of Weston’s famous Grand
Pier there’s plenty of space for you and your family to enjoy
the seafront. But with so many indoor and outdoor attractions
and events, you’ll have a fantastic visit to the seaside
whatever the weather…
Seafront North
Grove Village
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Shop
Why not take home a souvenir from your day at the
seaside; there’s lots of choice at the many souvenir shops
and stalls.
Eat and drink
You’re on holiday, so go on treat yourself to some fish and chips or an ice-cream from one
of the many seafront restaurants! There are plenty of places to choose from including the
Traditional Pasty Company 1 and Weston Beach Café 2 . Sit and watch the world go by
whilst enjoying home-made cakes at the Bay Café 3 , or enjoy a game of putting and a cup
of tea at The Putting Shed 4 .
Things to do
Fun for all the family can be found on Weston Seafront.
From the thrilling rides on the Grand Pier 5 , or the high
ropes and crazy golf at Pirate Adventureland 6 to a
more leisurely ride on the Sky View Wheel 7 to take in
the stunning views across Weston Bay. The Beach Lawns,
8 Tropicana 9 and Princess Royal Square 10 host a
wide variety of events throughout the year including: the
Weston Air Festival, RNLI Emergency Services 999 Day,
Circus Zyair and Weston Dairy Festival. These are just a few
of the events taking place this year so make sure you pop
into our new Visitor Information Centre 11 to find out
more. Explore life under the sea with a visit to the ever
popular SeaQuarium 12. See the fantastic Sand Sculpture
Festival 13, or make a four-legged friend for life with a
donkey ride on the beach with Mager Donkeys 14.
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Sea Front Weston Super Mare, BS23 1AT
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Adult £5 • Child £4 (4-15 years)
Family ticket £15
3 Years and under £1
Concession £4.50
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METR
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12 March-30 September, Beach Lawns
Open: 12noon until late term time, 10am until late during
school holidays. email: [email protected]
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BAY
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Marine Parade, Weston-super-Mare
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Home-made cakes
and fresh coffees
Breakfast and
lunches
Locally sourced
produce
Daily specials
board
Family events
and evening
entertainment
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ome-made cakes
and cream teas
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and coffees
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sandwiches
Beach Lawns, Weston-super-Mare
01934 626 982
Weston-super-Mare
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Seafront
North
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With stunning views and sunsets across the bay, enjoy an
evening dining in one of Weston’s best seafront restaurants
after a day playing on the beach and having a paddle in
Marine Lake…
Grove Village
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Seafront South
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High Street
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Shop
You’ll find everything you need for a day at the seaside,
from buckets and spades to colourful kites and candy
floss.
Pop into the local RNLI shop 1 to pick up a nautical
souvenir.
Eat and drink
Sit back, relax and watch the world go by as you enjoy
a drink or tasty dish in one of the many seafront bars
and restaurants.
Things to do
There’s always something happening on Weston Seafront.
Children will have a ‘splashing’ time at the Water
Adventure Park 2 and there’s a variety of fun-filled
events taking place during the summer on the seafront.
Marine Lake 3 is one of Weston’s best kept secrets! It’s
a safe spot for family fun and a great place if you fancy
dipping your toes in the water.
For coastal views in peaceful surroundings why not visit
the Prince Consort Gardens 4 .
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High
Street
and shopping
centre
Favourite retail brands, coffee shops and great events can
all be found on Weston’s High Street and indoor shopping
centre throughout the year…
Seafront North
Grove Village
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Seafront South
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Orchard Meadows
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Street
Shop
Weston’s High Street and indoor shopping centre, the
Sovereign Centre 1 boasts a variety of retail outlets from
national brands to our family-run department store, Walker
and Ling 2 .
Eat and drink
There’s an excellent selection of coffee houses, cafes and
fast food places to choose from along the High Street.
Things to do
Situated just off the High Street are the Italian Gardens 3
and Town Square 4 . These are lovely open areas to sit and
relax as well as being used for events such as Classic Car
Shows and Weston Flower Show. Weston Local Producers
Market takes place in the High Street on the second
Saturday of every month.
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High Street and Shopping Centre
“Where the Specialists are”
Jewellers • Fashion • Travel • Hair and Beauty
Opticians • Gaming • Food and drink
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Grove
Village
Vibrant and cultural, Grove Village is home to the town’s two
iconic theatres alongside many unique retail boutiques and
buzzing cafes. Adjoining the High Street, visit Grove Village
for an exciting nightlife with plenty of places to drink and
dine…
Seafront North
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High Street
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Orchard Meadows
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Shop
If you’re looking for that quirky gift, the Boulevard and
Grove Village are just the place. From gift shops to
beauty outlets, retro sweet shops to second hand stores,
there’s something here for everyone.
Eat and drink
Step back in time with a visit to the WWII themed
café the Blitz Tearooms 1 . Or enjoy a light lunch from
a variety of unique and tasty restaurants and cafes
including the Finest Blend Café 2 .
Things to do
Grove Village is home to the Playhouse Theatre 3 , which
offers an entertaining programme of touring shows
including the annual pantomime, whilst the Blakehay
Theatre 4 features performances from local groups and
a variety of events.
Grove Park 5 is a stone’s throw from the centre of town
and is a lovely place to relax and admire the flower
displays on a sunny day. Bandstand concerts take place
in the park every Sunday from May to September.
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Orchard
Meadows
Explore the Orchard Meadows shopping district for specialist
independent stores to suit any need, and enjoy international
cuisine from the area’s various cafes and restaurants…
Grove Village
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Just off the Seafront
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Shop
Just off the main High Street, Orchard Meadows boasts
a variety of independent businesses with a personal
service. You’ll find everything you need from camping
and climbing equipment at Outdoors and Active 1 to
fashion accessories in Rose & Amber 2 , and a traditional
butcher and baker on Big Lamp Corner 3 .
Eat and drink
Meander through the streets and find some great
places to eat and drink. Choose from Indian at Hussains
Restaurant 4 to noodles, burgers and breakfast grills.
Eat in or take-away at the Atlantic Fish Bar 5 or visit one
of the many specialist cafes.
Things to do
Due to re-open its doors in autumn 2017 after a major
refurbishment Weston Museum 6 is somewhere to put
on your list of places to visit. Alexandra Parade 7 is
home to the town’s famous floral clock and train display.
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Outdoors & Active
The Outdoor and Travel Specialists
29-31 Meadow Street, Weston-super-Mare BS23 1QQ • 01934 614 604
Walking, Hiking, Camping, Travelling, Bushcraft
Best Prices Guaranteed!
Quality products with personal service
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20%
Discount on take
away collection
Free Home Delivery
(up to 3 miles)
Restaurant • BAR • FUNCTION ROOM • Take Away
Wednesday night – Curry Club £11.95 • Sunday – Indian Buffet - Lunch & Evening
4 Orchard Street, Weston-super-Mare BS23 1RQ
Tel: 01934 621 626 Email: [email protected]
www.hussainsrestaurant.co.uk
Just off
the
seafront
Take a walk just off the seafront to discover the hidden gems
of this seaside town. Fun for all can be had in the Regent
Street amusements and sports bars, or relax and indulge in a
bite to eat after picking up your seaside souvenirs…
Seafront North
High Street
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Seafront South
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Town Centre Gateway
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Shop
You’ll find everything you need from gifts for friends and family
to beads for making your own jewellery in Scrumpybeads 1
Treat yourself to some delicious fresh bread and cakes from
family run Hills Bakers 2 who have been baking in Weston
since 1977.
Eat and drink
Visit the newly refurbished Yates’s 3 , located in
Regent Street for a tasty light lunch or refreshing drink.
Traditional seaside fish and chips can be enjoyed in
Winstons Fish Bar 4 all year round. As the sun sets and
night falls this area comes to life offering a great night
out.
Things to do
Enjoy the traditional seaside amusement arcades and
win some prizes. You’ll find plenty of venues showing the
latest sports match or dance the night away in one of the
resort’s nightclubs.
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Just off the Seafront
“Discover Weston’s Hidden Gems”
• Independent Shopping Experiences
• Entertainment & Night Life Hotspots
• International cuisine & local cafés
• The original Dolphin Square market traders
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Town
Centre
Gateway
The gateway into the town centre is an upcoming area of
Weston which warmly welcomes you as you arrive by train,
coach or car. Visit our fantastic cafes, shops and cinema at
The Centre and head down Regent Street to find the High
Street and on to the seafront …
High Street
Grove Village
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Seafront South
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Shop
You’ll come across an assortment of large and small
businesses as you head into the Town Centre. From the
town centre’s main supermarket to local record shops,
book specialists, and well-known clothes shops.
Eat and drink
There are plenty of cafes, pubs and restaurants offering
a variety of food experiences. Look out for the Golden
Arches, McDonald’s 1 can be found halfway along
Regent Street.
Things to do
Whatever the weather, enjoy a visit to the local cinema
at The Centre 2 , where you can find all the latest
blockbuster films. Visit the Library at the Town Hall 3 for
some quiet family time or to read more about the local
history.
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Surrounding
area
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In North Somerset and the surrounding area you’ll discover some
real hidden gems. Enjoy a day out in Clevedon, with its charming
Grade I listed pier, or visit Portishead’s marina and ever-popular
outdoor swimming pool.
Fun for all the family can be found at Puxton Park, the Fleet Air Arm
Museum and Wookey Hole Caves. Iconic landmarks such
as Cheddar Gorge and Glastonbury Tor are just some of
the area’s many attractions that shouldn’t be missed.
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Events
Here’s just some of the events happening in Weston-superMare and North Somerset this year …
April
June
Clevedon Lions Brimar
Vintage Car Rally
Weston Air Festival and
Armed Forces Day
Salthouse Fields, Clevedon
www.e-clubhouse.org
Weston seafront
www.westonairfestival.com
Sunday 10 July
Wednesday 29 June
The Lake Grounds, Portishead
www.portisheadraftrace.co.uk
Sunday 24 April
Sunday 24 April
Weston Hospicecare
Colour Run
Weston Beach
www.westoncolourrun.org.uk
May
Thursday 19 – Tuesday 24 May
Circus Zyair
Beach Lawns, Weston
www.circus-zyair.co.uk
Thursday 26 May – Sunday 5 June
Funfair
Salthouse Fields, Clevedon
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Friday 8 to Sunday 10 July
Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 June
Hazy Days Music Festival
Tropicana, Weston
www.hazydaysfestival.co.uk
Portishead Raft Race
Cancer Research UK’s Race
for Life
Weston seafront
www.raceforlife.
cancerresearchuk.org
Sunday 10 July
BM’s On the Lawn
Beach Lawns, Weston
www.bmwcarclubgb.uk
July
Saturday 16 July
Get into Golf
Sunday 3 July
RNLI Emergency Services
999 Day
Lake Grounds, Portishead
www.paulmitchellpga.co.uk
Beach Lawns, Weston
www.westonrnli.org.uk
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Sunday 17 July
Sunday 14 August
Great Weston Ride
RNLI Open Day
Beach Lawns, Weston
www.greatwestonride.com
Anchor Head, Weston
www.westonrnli.org.uk
Thursday 28 to Sunday 31 July
Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 August
The Lions Real Ale and
Cider Festival
Weston Museum’s History
Weekend
Beach Lawns, Weston
www.westonlionsrealalefestival.
org.uk
Beach Lawns, Weston
www.westonmuseum.org
Sunday 21 August
Saturday 30 July
RSPCA Dog Show
Weston Pride
Beach Lawns, Weston
www.rspca.org.uk
Grove Park, Weston
www.wsmpride.com
August
Wednesday 3 August – Sunday 7
August
Dairy Festival
Beach Lawns, Weston
www.dairyfestival.co.uk
Saturday 13 August
Weston Flower Show
Town Square, Weston
www.wsmhorticultural.org.uk
Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 August
September
Sunday 11 September
Classic Bus Rally
Helicopter Museum, Weston
www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
Clevedon Flower Show
Salthouse Fields, Clevedon
www.clevedonflowershow.co.uk
Friday 16, Saturday 17 & Sunday
18 September
Sunday 28 August
Weston Super Food
Festival
Marine Lake, Weston
www.westonrnli.org.uk
The Tropicana, Weston
www.westonsuperfoodfestival.
co.uk
Sunday 28 August and Monday
29 August
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18
September
Stars of Time - Film &
Comic Convention
The Sealed Knot
RNLI Raft Race
The Tropicana, Weston
www.starsoftime.co.uk
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Tropicana, Weston-super-Mare home
to Banksy’s Dismaland
Helicopter Museum, Weston
www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
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Halloween Fright Night
Regular events:
Grove Park, Weston
www.n-somerset.gov.uk
Friday 25 March – Sunday 9
October
Monday 31 October
Sand Sculpture Festival
Theme: When I grow up
November
Weston Beach
www.westonsandsculpture.co.uk
Sunday 6 November
Sunday 18 September
DBMax Titan Triathlon
Weston seafront
www.dbmax.co.uk
Friday 23 – Sunday 25 September
Clevedon Tides Festival
Marine Lake/Salthouse Fields,
Clevedon
www.clevedontides.co.uk
Freak Events Weston Half
Marathon
Second Saturday of every month
throughout the year
Weston seafront
www.freakevents.co.uk
Weston Local Producers
Market
Friday 11 November
Weston High Street
[email protected]
Weston Carnival
Town Centre and Seafront
www.northsomersetcarnival.co.uk
Sunday 6, 20 March, 3, 24 April,
8, 29 May, Saturday 18 and
Sunday 19 June, Sun 3 July, 28
August, 25 September.
December
Weston Classic Car Shows
Town Square
01934 627 563
Saturday 24 September
National Water ski Races
Sunday 4 December
Weston seafront
www.bwsw.org.uk
The Christmas Cracker
10K Race
October
RHL Beach Race
Friday 7 – Sunday 9 October
Beach Lawns and Beach Weston
www.rhlactivities.com
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Details correct at time of printing,
subject to change.
Weston seafront
www.westonac.co.uk
For full details of these and other events taking place visit:
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Events
AIR FESTIVAL
Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 June
Weston-super-Mare seafront, 10am – 6pm
www.westonairfestival.com
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Useful
information
To keep you safe on your visit to Weston-super-Mare,
please see RNLI signage along Weston seafront for tide
times, beach and water safety advice…
On the beach
In the water
Supervise children
at all times
Beware soft sand
and deep mud –
it is dangerous to
approach the water
at low tide
Slip on a T-shirt,
slap on a hat and
slop on some
sunscreen
No dogs on the
beach between
the Grand Pier and
Royal Sands Beach
1 May – 30 Sep
No dogs on
Marine Lake beach
January 1 – Dec 31
Dogs must be kept
on leads on the
promenade
Leave only foot
prints. Clean it up
(including dog
waste)
Beware of fast
moving tides –
please observe the
tide times
Do not attempt to
cross the River Axe
from Uphill Beach
Caution there is no
Lifeguard service
operating
Vehicles
There are designated
parking areas on the
beach – please check
high tide times when
parking
10mph speed limit
No vehicles on
the beach outside
designated car
park areas
No quad or other
motorised bikes
on the beach
Wind and water
sports
Powered Water
Craft users must
have a permit
Land windsport
users must be
a member of a
designated club
No power wind
sport outside the
designated areas
Visitor
information
located at the Tropicana
First aid
(defibrillator)
Lost children
01934 626 982
seafront.rangers@
n-somerset.gov.uk
www.rnli.org.uk for further beach and water safety information
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10% OFF per
transaction
12a Waterloo Street, Weston
01934 624 626
Valid Monday-Saturday,
9.00-4.30
Restaurant • BAR • FUNCTION ROOM • Take Away
10% off – 2 or more people
(eating in only)
Outdoors & Active
10% off
The Outdoor and Travel Specialists
with this voucher
EXCLUDES SCOUT SHOP AND SALE ITEMS
29-31 Meadow Street, Weston-super-Mare
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BS23 1QQ
www.outdoorsandactive.co.uk • 01934 614 604
£1 off Walk The Plank High Ropes Course
£1 off 18 Hole Adventure Golf
Blitz Tearoom
Atlantic Fish Bar
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Brean Theme Park
Brean Play and Brean Splash
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 30 October 2016
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Crosville
Crosville
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
1 voucher per person.
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
1 voucher per person.
Valid until 31 December 2016
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Helicopter Museum
Finest Blend Café
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Hussains Indian Cuisine
Hills Bakers
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified).
Eating in only, not valid on take away orders.
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified).
Maximum 2 people per voucher
Valid until 31 December 2016
Valid until 31 December 2016
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Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Pirate Adventureland
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified).
This voucher is valid for one person only.
Valid until 31 December 2016
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Outdoors & Active
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Marine Parade, Weston-super-Mare.
‘99’ ice-cream cornet for £1
with this voucher
Buy any full price fish meal and get a
small soft drink or small ice-cream
15 Beach Road, Weston-super-Mare • Tel: 01934 645 566
Rose & Amber
Puxton Park
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
SeaQuarium
Sand Sculpture Festival
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
Valid until 9 October 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Victorian Café
Three Twists
Traditional Pasty Company
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Weston Beach Café
One voucher per person.
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Winstons Fish Bar
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
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Walker & Ling
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Sky View
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified). Offer valid
between 5pm-7pm Monday - Friday only. One voucher can only be
used for one meal. This offer can be withdrawn at any time. Offer
subject to availability and at the discretion of the manager.
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified).
This voucher is valid for one person only.
Valid until 31 December 2016
Valid until 30 September 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Yates
Wookey Hole
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Not valid with any other offer (unless specified)
Valid until 31 December 2016
Valid until 31 December 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016
Weston-super-Mare Pocket Guide 2016