If you Love Strictly, this is your Ultimate 5* Weekend Experience
Enjoy 3 days of spectacular dance showcases as your favourite TV stars perform up close & personal for a truly intimate experience unlike any other – learn to dance with the Stars, see the costumes, plus hear all about their amazing journeys.
What to expect?
Enjoy three days of incredible live performances, dazzling costumes, and exclusive dance workshops with your favourite professional dancers – all in a relaxed, intimate setting.
Up Close & Personal
Floor-side reserved table that’s yours for the entire weekend – the perfect spot to enjoy three days of spectacular showcases from the Strictly Stars and Champions of the Dancing World – all up close and personal.
Enjoy over 7 hours of dance lessons with the Stars & Champions of the Dancing World – guaranteed for everyone and tailored to your dance level – from Absolute Beginners upto Experienced – you choose.
Donahey’s Dance Lessons & Weekend Breaks are not endorsed by or associated with the BBC.
Why Donaheys?
Experience of a lifetime, every time – With over 20 years of hosting unforgettable dance experiences, our highly rated Donaheys Dance Team know how to create weekends that sparkle from start to finish.
Strictly Stars, up close – Unlike anywhere else, enjoy reserved floor-side seating for spectacular showcases performed just steps away by your favourite TV Stars and World Champions
Dance with the best – 7 hours of dance lessons with the Stars themselves — tailored to your level, from complete beginners to experienced dancers.
Evenings you’ll never forget – Glittering Black Tie Balls, live big band, and red-carpet photo calls – an amazing immersive experience.
More than a getaway – From fun Q&A sessions and dazzling costume displays to exclusive complimentary souvenirs, every detail is designed to make your weekend extra special.
Book with total peace of mind – As an ABTOT bonded organiser, your booking is fully protected — so you can relax and enjoy every step.
There aren’t many holiday companies where 7 out of 10 of our guests return again, and again
What a fantastic time we had at the De Vere Beaumont Estate Windsor, at the Donaheys dancing with the stars weekend. We had a fabulous dance lessons with the stars and in the evenings we watched the professionals incredible showcase dances. The black tie ball with a 15 piece band was fantastic. We love it so much we have already booked to return for our 4th years next year.Thank you Paul.Amy and all the Donaheys Team for all your hard work and for making it another memorable weekend.Looking forward to nest year .
Tony & Amanda
Nigel Skinner
4 months ago
Another fab-u-lous weekend of dance with Donaheys. This has been our 6th visit and it never fails to inspire us. Extremely well organised, fitting in so much in one weekend! We have already booked our 7th visit.
les williams
4 months ago
What an incredible weekend 👏
As a complete beginner (my only experience being classic Dad dancing at parties), I genuinely didn’t know what to expect but booking this was one of the best decisions we’ve made. My wife loves Strictly, I wanted to book something for a nice surprise, that she would enjoy. I found Donahey”s Online, so I booked. The professional line-up looked outstanding, and travelling from Lincolnshire to Berkshire turned out to be more than worth it.
Huge thanks to @mrantondubeke, @rosie_rw, @ellingtonlance, @leandropalou1, @maria_tsiatsiani, @pernicegiovann1, @david_and_rosie_, @michelle_tsiak, @simonearena_official, @kaiwidd and @laurenmayoakley, the level of talent was matched by the encouragement, patience and energy you brought. You made complete beginners feel comfortable and capable from the first step.
An unforgettable experience fun, welcoming, and brilliantly run. Paul, Shirley, Amy and the team should be incredibly proud of what they’ve created.
Safe to say… we’ve already booked again for 2027.
Beverley Gough
4 months ago
The Amazing Donaheys Dancing with the Stars Weekend
We have spent a fantastic weekend with Donaheys, Dancing with the Stars, at De Vere Estate Windsor
I can't speak highly enough of the entire experience!
The magnificent Donaheys Team are a highly professional Family run Team who deliver perfection every time.
It's fantastic to get up close and personal with the Strictly Stars in the dance workshops and photocalls. Truly an experience not to be missed.
And the Showcases are absolutely out of this world A-MAZ-ING! The organisation and precision of the entire weekend, coordinating the workshops for all abilities, from Beginners, and Intermediate to Advanced Dancers. This makes for an amazing experience.
The Team are extremely helpful and whatever your question, they are always on hand to help and advise.
The Donaheys Team work hard 52 weeks a year to bring Dancing with the Stars weekend to us. If you haven't been to one of these weekends, then you are in for a truly wonderful experience.
The is a 5* plus weekend in any of their resorts.
I highly recommend Donaheys dance weekends, you will fall in love with Dance, of that you can be sure!
Keeeep Dancing!
Beverley
Rosie Priestley
4 months ago
Great weekend
Jo Covey
4 months ago
THE BEST WEEKEND !! we had never attended one of these weekends before but we were not disappointed, the whole weekend exceeded our expectations. My husband and I are both in our 50’s and had never danced before ( apart from a taster at learn to dance in a day with donaheys) all the classes were amazing and such fun ( we were red band for beginners ) to be able to have classes with some of the strictly pros and other pro dancers was amazing. The showcases were brilliant and the black tie ball was fab to see everyone dressed up. All the donaheys team were fab and so helpful. Hotel was lovely just outside of Windsor and food was lovely a great choice. The whole weekend was so well organised and was great to meet other people who love dancing. We got home yesterday evening and I’m still buzzing from it. We have already booked to go again next year. I can definitely recommend this weekend and whatever your dance level you will love it !!
Roger N
4 months ago
An incredible experience. Brilliant performances from the stars. The Donahey planning and support throughout the booking and the weekend experience was exceptional. The hotel was great. Cannot thank Donaheys and their sparkling star performers enough.
Sharon Reed
5 months ago
Having joined the Donaheys team for our 3rd year at Alton Towers I can honestly say this is one of the best weekends of the year. Everyone is so happy and eager to learn and for us it is a joy to catch up with both the Donaheys team and all the other returning guests who have now become friends. My Mum and I want to thank everyone involved in creating these magical weekends. I am currently practicing at home with the fantastic online courses and can’t wait to use what I have learned on the dance floor next year!
Derek Bish
5 months ago
We had a fantastic weekend at Alton Towers hotel. From start to finish the weekend was superbly organised. All the Donaheys team are very friendly and helpful. We loved the lessons with the strictly stars, David and Rosie and Tony Bennett. The showcases were fab-u-lous!
The location is great and the hotel staff are brilliant. We have booked again for 2027 and can't wait!
Joanne Clark
5 months ago
It is always a fantastic weekend. Great to see Strictly stars up close but David and Rosie are always a highlight for me. Looking forward to next year.
Margaret Lloyd
5 months ago
10 of us had a FAB U LOUS weekend of dance and fun. Paul and the Donaheys Team are super friendly, kind and accomodating. They are all welcoming and helpful, both on the dance floor and off. The ballrooms are spacious and well planned, there is ample seating for the evenings entertainment. We learned new dances from the Stars, heard their personal stories and were blown away by their magnificent performances during their showtime.
Even thinking about them leaves me breathless!
David and Rosie were around at Practice sessions to help, their show was amazing. I love them ❤️
We ve booked for next year, choosing an alternative venue as it's nearer to travel.
Kay Parry
5 months ago
It was my third visit to Alton Towers for the Donaheys Dancing with the stars weekend, it’s a wonderful event to be a part of. Classes with the professionals are so much fun while learning a short routine , which you are then able to perform on the dance floor . The showcases are spectacular just like being in a front row seat at a West End theatre . It’s an opportunity to reunite with friends made at previous weekends but also to make some new ones . Every member of the Donaheys team makes you feel so welcome , highly recommend this it’s just brilliant 🤩 .
Amanda Glennon
5 months ago
This was our first Donaheys at Alton Towers - we have attended 3 previously at Celtic Manor. We experienced the same warm welcome and support from the whole Donaheys team, the Alton Towers staff were so helpful and attentive, and the dancing was A-MAZ-ING 🪩💃🕺
Highly recommended - already booked for 2027! Thank you Team Donaheys
Outstanding ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Isabella Skeoch
5 months ago
What a fantastic weekend, our second trip to Alton Towers. We've booked for Celtic Manor next year, 8 of us from the Red Team. The way the weekend seems to run so effortlessly is testament to all the hard work and brilliant organisational skills from Paul, Amy, Shirley and their wonderful team. Thank you for the joy you bring to not only the experienced dancers but the complete beginners. A weekend experience that is suitable for everyone. The countdown in on my calendar for next year.
Kevin Lafferty
5 months ago
Absolute topper of a weekend at Alton Towers. We loved it and cant' wait to come back again next year. The Donaheys team were amazing from start to finish. Five stars they smashed it!
Brian Neary
5 months ago
Back from our second time at Dancing with the Stars weekend. Once again such a brilliantly organised experience. The workshops where at the level I expected and the evening showcases and ball where exceptional. Once again the Donaheys team have excelled with their enthusiasm and knowledge. Booked online for 2027 on the first night there.
Thanks again and Keep Dancing!
Wendy Kinsey
5 months ago
Just got back from THE best weekend ever - our 2nd year and already booked for next year. Incredibly well organised, fantastic workshops with the Strictly stars and the showcases were out of this world. Everyone so friendly - cannot wait for next year!!
David Allsop
5 months ago
The complete dance weekend, brilliant if you want to learn or improve. Get tips off the best dancers around. Brilliant accommodation and first rate food. I fail to see how you can't enjoy this
Christina Norton
5 months ago
Amazing very well organised weekends! With a great variety of classes. Very comfortable clean and tidy accomodation and good food.
The classes were taught really well and all the Pros are such lovely, down to earth people. Their showcases were out of this world.
Thank you Donaheys Team for all the time and effort you put in!
Me and My husband visited for the first time and we enjoyed every minute so much we have already booked for next year!.
I highly recommend attending, dont do what I did and put it off for years, if you want to do it just book it you wont regret it. 🙂
Campbell Watt
5 months ago
No way I could add anything to improve the weekend.
The Donahays staff, every single one of them were and are amazing and could not be more helpful, polite or professional. We’ve booked for next year
Paul Desgranges
5 months ago
Just finished a FABULOUS weekend at Alton Towers. Glitz,Glamour, Fun and Great Company with fellow Dance Lovers. Outstanding Dance Show cases underpinned by great lessons with Dance Stars and Champions. Donaheys have tuned this Dance weekend to PERFECTION. BRAVO.
Now to the soaking of the feet!!!
Mark
8 months ago
Tony Atwell
1 year ago
Had a great time at celtic manor with the doneheys team this month, I'm not a dancer but my wife is so got this for her birthday and it didn't disappoint so much so that I decided to get lessons and learn to dance and we've just booked up for Windsor next year.
Tony Atwell
1 year ago
Had a great weekend at celtic manor with the donaheys team, I booked this for my wife as a birthday present and she had a wonderful time meeting the stars of strictly, the dance classes and showcases but the black tie ball was the highlight giovanni was on top form had us laughing lots mixed with some superb routines with lauren.
Will definitely book again!
Andy Massey
1 year ago
A-MAZE-ING !!!! For anyone who loves Ballroom & Latin or wants to give it a go for the first time then try a weekend break with Donaheys Dancing with the Stars. IT IS FABULOUS ! The Strictly dancers and professionals are SO much fun and the Show case dancing is just absolutely phenomenal. Cannot recommend HIGHLY enough
Enjoy our 5* Weekend Experiences with the Strictly Stars
Choose Your 2027 Dancing With The Stars Experience
📆 Friday 5th – Sunday 7th March 2027 📍 4* Alton Towers Resort Hotel, Staffordshire ⌛ Early Bird £659pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast 💃 Strictly Stars confirmed – Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Giovanni Pernice, Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce 🛏️ Double, Twin, Triple & Themed Bedrooms available ✨ Over half the rooms already sold!
⭐ Join Strictly Come Dancing Stars Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Giovanni Pernice, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, British Showdance Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Argentine Tango Stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce, plus the Tony Greenwood Big Band at the fabulous 4* Alton Towers Resort Hotel ⭐
📆 Friday 19th – Sunday 21st March 2027 📍 4* De Vere Beaumont Estate, Old Windsor ⌛ Early Bird £689pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast 💃 Strictly Stars confirmed – Anton Du Beke, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce 🛏️ Double, Twin, Deluxe & Deluxe View ✨ Over half the rooms already booked
⭐ Join Strictly Come Dancing Stars Anton Du Beke, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, British Showdance Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce, Argentine Tango Stars plus the Tony Greenwood Big Band at the impressive 4* De Vere Beaumont Estate ⭐
📆 Friday 16th – Sunday 18th April 2027 📍 5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel & Spa, Newport ⌛ Early Bird £755pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast 💃 Strictly Stars confirmed – Anton Du Beke, Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, Giovanni Pernice, Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce, Benjamin Turner and Lilia Fleming 🛏️ Superior, Deluxe, Deluxe Suites & Signature Suites available ✨ Final 15 bedrooms remaining – don’t miss out!
⭐ Join Strictly Come Dancing Stars Anton Du Beke, Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley, Giovanni Pernice, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, British Showdance Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Argentine Tango Stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, World, European and British U21 10-Dance Champions Benjamin Turner and Lilia Fleming, plus the Tony Greenwood Big Band at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel & Spa ⭐
Donahey’s have been organising Weekend Breaks with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing for 20 years. For your security, all deposits and payments are fully protected by ABTOT (Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust, Membership No. 5421), in line with The Package Travel Regulations 2018.
Donahey’s offer fabulous UK Weekend Breaks starring the Professional Dancers seen on Strictly Come Dancing. If your dream has always been to meet & learn to dance with your favourite Stars or see them perform up close and personal, Donahey’s UK Dance Holidays are for you.
Donahey’s Dancing With The Stars Weekends offer you the chance to enjoy fabulous dance classes with the stars of TV, stunning dance showcases up close & personal, plus you’ll hear all about the stars experiences – all in stunning 4 & 5 star locations across the UK.
Donahey’s Dance Lessons & Weekend Breaks are not endorsed by or associated with the BBC.
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