In Cider Festival

In Cider Festival 2027

In Cider Festival returns to 67 Beach Road, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset for a three-day indoor celebration of live music and cider in February 2027. Set at Sand Bay Holiday Village, this adult-only event offers a lively winter escape with a seaside holiday camp atmosphere.

Music and Entertainment

The festival features top live bands across various genres alongside continuous entertainment. Between sets, Bluecoat hosts run karaoke, pub quizzes, gameshows, seaside-themed contests, and table curling. Fancy dress nights, disco parties, and silly challenges ensure non-stop fun throughout the weekend.

Accommodation and Meals

All full passes include chalet lodging with private bathroom and beds, plus half-board meals. Breakfasts and dinners are provided, allowing attendees to relax and enjoy the festival without organising logistics. Guests are encouraged to bring a swimwear for the indoor pool and costumes for themed nights.

Community and Atmosphere

In Cider is known for its friendly, communal vibe where cider fans, music lovers, and holiday camp enthusiasts come together. The welcoming crowd creates a sense of friendship and shared enjoyment, making it the perfect mid-winter break to lift spirits and banish the winter blues.

By train and bus: Weston-super-Mare’s station (on the Bristol–Taunton main line) is the closest rail link ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weston-super-Mare_railway_station#:~:text=Weston,line%20from%20%2C%20via)). Great Western Railway trains run frequent services from Bristol Temple Meads (about 30 minutes away), Bath and Cardiff. From the station or nearby interchange, First Bus #1 (the "Weston’s Coaster") runs up to Sand Bay Holiday Village via Kewstoke ([bustimes.org](https://bustimes.org/services/1-station-approach-sand-bay-sand-road#:~:text=1%20Weston,Road%20via%20Birnbeck%20Pier%2C%20Kewstoke)), roughly once an hour. Local taxis and ride-shares can also pick you up at the station and reach Beach Road in under 10 minutes.

By car: Sand Bay Holiday Village is easy to reach by road. From the M5, take junction 21 (St George’s) toward Weston-super-Mare on the A370 ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A370_road#:~:text=bypasses%20Long%20Ashton%20%2C%20then,M5%20motorway%20at%20Junction%2021)). Continue along the A371/A370 north through Worle and Kewstoke to Sand Bay and Beach Road. The resort offers free parking on-site for registered guests ([www.sandbayholidayvillage.co.uk](https://www.sandbayholidayvillage.co.uk/oli/#:~:text=Parking%20Free%20parking%20is%20available,on%20site%20for%20all%20guests)). Weston is on the Bristol Channel about 20 miles southwest of Bristol ([www.rome2rio.com](https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Weston-super-Mare-Station/Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village-Adults-Only-Weston-super-Mare#:~:text=Weston,Worlebury%20Hill%20and%20Bleadon%20Hill)), so allow around 30–40 minutes to drive from Bristol in normal traffic.

By air: The nearest airport is Bristol Airport (BRS), about 15 miles northeast of Weston-super-Mare ([www.rome2rio.com](https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Bristol-Airport-BRS/Weston-super-Mare#:~:text=How%20far%20is%20it%20from,Mare)). It’s roughly a 25–30 minute drive to Sand Bay via the M5 ([www.rome2rio.com](https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Bristol-Airport-BRS/Weston-super-Mare#:~:text=1,7)). Alternatively, take the frequent coach from Bristol Airport to Weston town centre, then a short taxi or bus onward. (Cardiff Airport is another option, but much farther away – about 45 miles west of Sand Bay.)

Accommodation: For those not in festival chalets, Weston and the surrounding area have many lodging options. The town offers hotels and B&Bs along the seafront, and villages like Kewstoke have guesthouses. Sand Bay Holiday Village itself is adult-only and features self-catering apartments with optional half-board meal plans (breakfast + dinner) ([www.sandbayholidayvillage.co.uk](https://www.sandbayholidayvillage.co.uk/oli/#:~:text=Club%2C%20and%20Holiday%20Apartments%2C%20all,without%20the%20hassle%20of%20cooking)). Festival weekends can be busy, so it’s wise to book well in advance if you prefer to stay on-site or nearby.