The Great Dorset Steam Fair

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The Great Dorset Steam Fair is widely recognized as the leading event of its type in Europe
and the world. Its aim is to give the public an insight into the way of life when steam was in its
heyday in the late 1800’s/early 1900’s.
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With probably the largest collection of steam and vintage equipment spread across a
mammoth 600 acre site with 15 acres dedicated to trade stands, there’s no wonder this is a
tremendously popular event which continues to draw people from all over the world.
Its not just all old time there is something for all the family making this a truly unique event
certainly one not to be missed.
The price includes:
• All coach travel, local/ central pick
up points
• Ferry travel.
• Hotel accommodation with dinner bed
and breakfast.
• Single supplement is extra. Please phone.
• Travel to the Fair in the morning and
return to Hotel in the evening.
• Optional tours and excursions as stated.
• Entrance fees not included
• If your group have specific places to visit
we will endeavor to accommodate you
This trip can be shortened or lengthened
to suit the requirements of your individual
group.
Please do not hesitate to phone and speak
to our representative if you have any queries
057 86 21291
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Itinerary
Day 1: Following local pick ups throughout Ireland we take the Rosslare/ Fishguard ferry and
continue to our hotel. (Dinner, B&B) 3star Heathlands Hotel in Bournemouth
Day 2, 3, 4: After buffet breakfast we drive to the Steam Fair Showground and spend the full
day at this amazing show – there’s so much to see! As well as the huge array of steam engines,
agricultural machinery and vintage vehicles there are demonstrations, tractor-pulling, hundreds of
stalls, the funfair and live bands in the music marquees. There are plenty of food stalls and bars on
site. Option to stay late into the evening for the nightlife of the show which for many visitors is
the highlight of their visit. There is an old time funfair with showman’s engines providing light and
power for the old roundabouts, swing boats and stage shows whilst 100 merry organs play, this
really is a fascinating spectacle We return to our hotel.. (Dinner, B&B)
* There are optional day excursions on day 3 and 4. Please ask your coach driver for details.
Day 5: After breakfast we bid farewell and depart for ferry home and return to your local
departure places.
Please do not hesitate to phone and speak
to our representative if you have any queries
057 86 21291