Youth & School Group Concert Tours to the South West
Stunning scenery and beautiful coastline
- Choirs
- Bands
- Orchestras
From the Cotswolds to Somerset and down into Devon and Cornwall, a concert tour to the South West of England offers some of the country’s most spectacular coastlines and peaceful countryside all in one tour.
Explore some of the region’s wonderful and diverse cities such as Truro, Exeter, Bristol, Bath and Gloucester. Then swap the city for the sea where you can enjoy some time on the beach and even try your hand at surfing. When it comes to your concerts, the options are endless. From outdoor bandstands and impressive cathedrals to remarkable caverns and beautiful gardens, there’s something to suit every type of group.
Are you an adult music group? This tour is specifically designed with youth groups in mind, so why not take a look at our extensive range of destinations perfect for adults?
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Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Travel by coach to Cornwall
Play games on the beach
Evening meal
Day 2
Morning in the city of Truro
Visit the Eden Project
Early evening meal and Concert 1
Day 3
Stop in Bristol en route home
Visit SS Great Britain & Concert 2
Arrive home
- Coaching for the duration of your tour
- Half board accommodation
- 2 x concerts (including publicity & advertising)
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- Motorway tolls & taxes
- VAT
Optional Extras
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Instrument Hire
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Want to extend your tour?
Extended Itinerary
Day 1
Travel by coach
Visit Exeter Cathedral
Arrival at your accommodation
Day 2
Explore the city of Truro
Concert 1 and visit the stunning Minack Theatre
Evening meal
Day 3
Day at Flambards Theme Park
Evening meal
Day 4
Waves Surf School lesson
Visit the Eden Project
Early evening meal and concert 2
Day 5
Travel home via Bristol
Visit SS Great Britain and Concert 3
Arrive home
Excursions in The South West
Browse a selection of our favourite excursions
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in The South West
Performance Venues in The South West
Popular concert venues in The South West
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Paignton Green and Preston Green, Torbay
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SS Great Britain and Brunel Square, Bristol
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Rum Store Cavern, St Neot
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Truro Cathedral, Truro
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Flambard’s Theme Park
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St John’s Methodist Church, St Austell
- Best suited for: Bands and choirs
- Repertoire recommended: Lively and entertaining
- Location: Open air spaces overlooking Paignton Beach
- Performance times: Daytime
- Best suited for: Choirs, bands, acoustic ensembles
- Repertoire recommended: Entertaining, preference for acoustic performances
- Location: Brunel Square, Dry Dock or in the First Class Dining Room
- Performance times: Daytime
- Best suited for: Choirs
- Repertoire recommended: Mixed
- Location: In the caves!
- Performance times: Daytime
- Best suited for: Choirs
- Repertoire recommended: Sacred
- Location: Central Truro
- Performance times: Lunchtimes for approx. 50 minutes
- Best suited for: Choirs and bands
- Repertoire recommended: Lively and entertaining
- Location: Indoor and outdoor stages
- Performance times: Lunchtimes and early afternoons
Additional Information
Your journey doesn’t have to end here! See what else we can offer to help you get the most out of your tour. From instrument hire to dedicated Tour Managers, we’ll go above and beyond to support you and your group.
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FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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What safety support do you have in place for clients choosing to tour with you?
At Rayburn Tours we are proud of our continual commitment to safety. Clients who tour with us can be assured that we have the following support services and systems in place: Safety Management System, Generic Risk Management, Crisis Management System, ATOL Licensed, ABTA Bonded, insurance, 24-hour emergency contact system, hotel audits, coach audits and activity audits.
In addition, we are a member of the School Travel Forum (STF), giving you the reassurance that all of our trips meet, or indeed exceed, the safety standards required by your school and Local Authority.
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Do you DBS (formerly CRB) check your drivers?
As part of our coach audits, we request that all UK coach drivers are DBS checked by their employer prior to driving on one of our tours. We can request confirmation of your specific driver’s compliance if deemed necessary.
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What are you responsible for?
The DfE’s guidance for safe travel highlights the need for all those involved with the organisation and running of a tour to work together as a team. This is our aim at Rayburn Tours, to work together with our party leaders to ensure our groups’ safety and peace of mind.
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What should be included in my risk assessment?
Start by identifying the potential hazards before deciding on the appropriate precautions to minimize the potential risk for your group. Once identified, record your findings and implement the precautions. Specific requirements are available from your Local Authority.

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Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
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