Get yourself in the mood and ready for the unmistakable sounds of a Big Band. Roll back the years and put on your dancing shoes to re-live the sounds of the Big Band era featuring the music of Glen Miller, Tommy Dorsey and Benny Goodman to name but a few. These breaks feature a variety of bands but among those featured are George Thorby and his Big Band, Chris Smith with his Big Band ‘A String of Pearls’ and The Nick Ross Orchestra.

Fabulous February Big Band

8th Feb 2008       3 nights       Full Board            £99

Easter Big Band Special

21st Mar 2008     3 nights       Full Board            £169

Classic music played to perfection every evening so come along and dance the night away.

Flashback to the 40’s

6th Oct 2008        4 nights       Half Board           £135

This memorable break offers a nostalgic trip back to World War II from the declaration of war through to some of Winston Churchill’s finest Speeches! Air raids, singing in the shelters and Hits from the Blitz Ball are all accompanied by the unmistakable sounds of a Big Band. *Also features a 50p bar on one night.

All Our Yesterdays

9th May 2008      3 nights       Half Board           £95

3rd Oct 2008        3 nights       Half Board           £109

Take a trip through the decades and enjoy three fabulous nights of entertainment at one of the south-west’s premier leisure resorts. Great Big Band sounds, great cabaret and a superb ballroom ensure these ever popular breaks are a smash every time.

Memories

20th Oct 2008      4 nights       Half Board           £135

This Big Band Break featuring some great names from the 50’s and 60’s, Craig Douglas, Maggie Moon and Mitchell Armstrong will take you through a nostalgic trip in a musical extravaganza from two great decades. *Also features a 50p bar on at least one night.

Rat Pack Special

31st Oct 2008      3 nights       Full Board            £119

Featuring “Swings The Thing” Big Band, Ray Caruana as Sammy Davis Jnr, Alan Beck as Dean Martin, Fred Gardner as Frank Sinatra.

This exciting weekend features a superb tribute to an incredible trio of performers. The Big Band sounds are the perfect accompaniment to some of the greatest lyrics ever written. How better to enjoy a festive break than the sounds of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior and Dean Martin. Certainly this is a weekend not to be missed! 

New Year Big Band Special

3oth Dec 2008    3 nights       Full Board            £209

• Welcome Sherry Reception
• George Thorby Big Band
• Chris Smith and his Big Band ‘A String of Pearls’
• Gala Dinner with a glass of wine
• Bucks Fizz Reception
• Tea Dances with George and the Boys
• New Year’s party