The perfect cold beach to visit this festive weekend and it's a classic Brummie favourite getaway
This is a beloved beach destination for Brummies, just under two hours away
Weston-super-Mare located in North Somerset isn’t exactly down the road, but it is as you may know the closest seaside resort to Birmingham.
Travelling by car, to the seaside town is the fastest way to travel to get there from Birmingham, taking just under 2 hours total time. It’s a decent sized town, according to the 2021 UK Census, Weston-super-Mare has a population of 82,418.
Probably best known to many readers as the scene of many school trips, family days out and great memories for Brummies throughout the generations, and for good reason, there’s a huge plethora of guaranteed fun you can have once you reach the town.
It’s definitely a place where you can soak in more than the cold English weather. We’ve rounded up the top activities which can do once you’re at the beach.
No matter the weather!
Go on a donkey ride
Businesses such as Weston Donkeys provide donkey rides on the seafront and have done so for over a hundred years, when they started providing this activity in 1886.
They provide discounts for large children’s gatherings and schools. This is definitely a great way to keep the children happy as it’s an exciting activity for all to enjoy.
The company operated by the Vincent family offers these cheap and cheerful rides for £2, or £3.50 for a donkey ride and an ice cream.
Weston sky wheel
This 40 metre tall wheel is located on the busy sea front, and is definitely something visitors should check out to see panoramic views of Weston bay.
For a spin on the big wheel.
Ticket prices are as follows: Adults – £6.50 onsite, £5.65 online; OAPs/Students – £4.50 onsite, £3.91 online; Children (14 and under) – £4.00 onsite, £3.48 online; and Children (4 and under) – £1.00 onsite, £0.85 online.
Walk on the Grand Pier
Weston-super-Mare's Grand Pier is a well-liked spot for entertainment and enjoyment.
It has plenty of fun amusement activities such as arcade games, and beachside favourites like dodgems are among the many rides here.