Friday 19th – Sunday 21st March 2027
4* De Vere Beaumont Estate, Old Windsor
Current Early Bird £ tbc pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
⭐ If you love Strictly, this is your Ultimate 4* Weekend Break ⭐
⭐ Are you ready to experience a weekend like no other? Spend the weekend with the Stars of TV & Champions of the dance world at the fabulous De Vere Beaumont Estate, Old Windsor ⭐
⭐ Enjoy 3 days of spectacular dance showcases as the Stars perform up close & personal for a truly intimate experience unlike any other – learn to dance with them, plus hear all about their fabulous journeys ⭐
⭐ Exclusive Highlights ⭐
3 Days of Spectacular Showcases: Enjoy intimate performances from your favourite Stars.
Dance Lessons: 7 hours of fab lessons with the Stars – all grouped by ability
Black Tie Ball: Dance the night away to a live 15-piece Big Band!
Fun Q&A Sessions: Get the inside scoop from the Stars and ask your burning questions.
Red Carpet Photo Calls: Capture your memories with the Stars.
5* Google Reviews
⭐ There aren’t many holiday companies where 7 out of 10 of our guests return again, and again – mind you, there aren’t any Weekend Breaks like Donaheys Dancing With The Stars Weekends ⭐
Early Bird Booking Price – Don’t Miss Out!
Friday 19th – Sunday 21st March 2027
4* De Vere Beaumont Estate, Old Windsor
3 days, 2 nights Dinner Bed & Breakfast
£679pp if booked before 30th Jun ’26
£689pp if booked before 31st Oct ’26
£699pp thereafter
Double, Twin, Deluxe, Deluxe View & Manor House Suites available.
Supplements – Deluxe £90pp, Deluxe View £125pp, Manor House Suite £210pp
Book today with just £125 per person deposit. The remaining balance can be paid in upto 3 installments, with the final balancing payment not due until 9th Jan 2027
What’s Included
- Floor-side reserved table to enjoy three days of Breathtaking Dance Showcases from the Stars of Strictly & Champions of the Dancing World, all up close & personal on impressive championship dance-floors.
- 7 hours of lessons with the Stars & Champions of the Dancing World – all grouped by ability. You can choose from Absolute Beginners, Improvers & Experienced – so you can enjoy 7-hours of fun & informative dance lessons tailored specifically to your experience, not just a handful of lessons in one big group with all levels mixed together!
- Fun Q&A sessions with the Stars – find out all about the Star’s journey’s, the latest back-stage gossip plus ask those burning questions.
- Two nights of dancing in the stunning, air-conditioned Hanover Ballroom – featuring a fabulous selection of music to enjoy and dance the night away.
- Enormous 3,000 sq ft championship sprung wooden dance floor, as used at The Royal Albert Hall & British Dance Championships. Not a small crowded party function dance-floor, our dance-floor is vast, bigger than Blackpool Towers in fact, so you can dance the night away on our spacious floors.
- Services of the highly experienced and highly rated Donaheys Dance Team. As dancers and dance teachers we all love to dance, and of course love to host our amazing weekend breaks, providing a personal service and creating memories that will last – just checkout our 5* reviews!
When will you announce your 2027 line-up?
We’ll announce our fabulous line-up during Spring 2026 – just keep your eyes peeled to our social media channels & monthly emails for our latest line-up announcements.
You can expect another amazing line-up, featuring many of your favourite Strictly stars that you see appearing in 2026. We’re sure you’ve seen from our fabulous line-up this year and our many weekend breaks over the past 20 years, we guarantee our line-up will be amazing & unrivalled.
If you reserve your places early you’ll benefit from our unbeatable Early Bird Booking Prices, plus our 2027 weekend transfer flexibility. This means if once our line-up is announced, if you prefer the line-up of an alternative weekend we’ll simply switch your booking to your preferred choice. Subject to availability, free upto 31st Oct 2026, rate differences either up or down may apply.
- Saturday night Black Tie Ball starring the fabulous Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band – you really can’t beat dancing to live music.
- Exclusive ‘Red Carpet Photo Calls’ to grab those all-important souvenir photographs of the Stars.
- Spectacular Sunday afternoon Grand-Finale dance showcase.
Don’t miss out – our 2024 Star Breaks sold out months in advance. Reserve your places now while places are still available – these are hugely popular sell-out weekend breaks.
Sorry, no single places or rooms remaining.
Donahey’s Dance Lessons & Weekend Breaks are not endorsed by or associated with the BBC.
Full Financial Protection – Giving you 100% peace of mind
Donahey’s have been organising Weekend Breaks with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing for 20 years.
For your peace of mind and to comply with The Package Travel Regulations 2018, Donahey’s provides full financial protection, for all your deposits and payments, through the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (www.abtot.com), membership Number 5421. View our current membership certificate here Donaheys-Events-LTD-ABTOT-Membership-Certificate.pdf
See The Strictly Stars Up Close & Personal
‘You may have seen some of these wonderful Strictly stars perform in your local theatre, nothing though beats watching them perform in a Grand Ballroom feet away from you – this is what our customers tell us.
You’ll be sat at tables which are on the same level the stars perform for you, plus of course the Strictly stars love to dance on our huge championship dance-floor in our stunning Ballroom – fab-u-lous!’
Added extras included – at no extra cost
- Personalised Colour Gift Certificate – received immediately on booking, featuring your favourite Stars. Just perfect for presenting the Star Break as a gift for any special occasion, plus a fab keepsake.
- Seating at a reserved table in The Ballroom for the whole weekend – no need to change to different tables each day and no need to worry about getting there first.
- Complimentary 16-page glossy souvenir programme – a perfect keepsake and great for showing off to all your friends & family after your break.
- Weekend Transfer Flexibility – if you wish to change your booking, we’ll happily switch you to any of our 2025 Dancing with The Stars Weekends – subject to availability, available upto 10-weeks prior to your original break.
- Welcome souvenir dance bag – sponsored by Supadance, containing helpful & fun goodies.
- All tables front row, floor-side guaranteed – offering great up close & personal, uninterrupted views of all the showcases with no need to pay extra to upgrade.
- Complimentary water available all day – so you can stay refreshed & hydrated at no extra cost.
- ‘Stars Of The Future‘ showcase – a superb way to start your weekend of shows. Enjoy a fab performance from some of the UK’s most talented dancers, who knows where you’ll see them next?
- Ample free on-site parking.
- ‘World Of Supadance‘ Dance Shoe Marketplace.
- Stunning displays of your favourite dresses seen on TV – so you can marvel at the amazing detail of the dresses made by the wonderful DSI.
Donahey’s Adult only Star Breaks are truly inspirational and a great chance to learn to dance, improve your dancing, try new styles, learn new steps, develop your technique along with a fabulous opportunity to be taught by the actual stars of Strictly Come Dancing. Alternatively why not just sit back and soak up the fabulous atmosphere of this great weekend in this stunning resort. If you’re not sure what to expect, take a look at some of the fabulous testimonials we have received from the actual stars of Strictly & this years guests.
The Beaumont Estate’s stunning Air Conditioned Hanover Ballroom, at nearly 6,000sq ft, offers3,500sq ft of amazing sprung wooden dance floor – one of the largest dance floors in the country. The Hanover Ballroom benefits from air conditioning, floor to ceiling windows, along with it’s own private bars & reception areas – this impressive venue is just perfect for our dance weekend. Plus, the Beaumont Lounge will offer guests a great second daytime Workshop venue at over 1,700sq ft.
Dance workshops will be offered for all levels in; Ballroom, Latin American & Argentine Tango. Unlike other similar holidays & breaks where you are restricted to just two 45min workshops with people of all levels in the same group. We guarantee you a minimum of 7-hours workshops with the actual stars and your Donahey’s team at your dance level. Remember though, you don’t have to take part in any of them if you don’t want!
If you’ve never danced before this is an immersive experience you’ll never forget; Amazing shows to see, live music to enjoy, beginner dance lessons with the stars to try, questions & answers sessions – and so much more all under one roof, who knows who you’ll bump into around the hotel!
Book your places today to avoid disappointment as these are hugely popular sell-out events.
What the Strictly stars have to say about Donahey’s Dance Weekends…..
‘Paul, you’re such a Superstar for organising such a fabulous event’ Anton Du Beke
‘Is it me or do Donahey’s run the best dance weekends in the country….Kevin Clifton
‘What an amazing weekend! Thank you so much for inviting us, we are so happy to be part of your beautiful event. A clear 10 from me!’ Aljaz Skorjanec
‘I know we say this every year, but this really is the best dance weekend in the UK. So well organised and so much dancing. We love working with Donahey’s, you always know you’ll get such a professionally run event. Thank you to Donahey’s for organising such wonderful events’Ian Waite
‘What a FAB-U-LOUS event to attend. A real feel good weekend, cannot wait to be back’ Janette Manrara
‘Our 3rd year at a Donaheys dance weekend. Thank you for letting Kevin and I be part of this fabulous event. Lots of love x’ Karen Hauer
‘Donaheys organise the number 1 dance event in the country. We really look forward to Donahey’s dance weekends; they’re so well organised, great venues and a fabulous audience. Thank you so much Paul.’Natalie Lowe
‘Dance weekends with Donahey’s are a fun and exciting break for anyone who loves to dance or wants to learn. They are very professionally organised and they really look after you. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and the team are great. A must for your diary’ Flavia Cacace
De Vere Beaumont Estate Hotel, Windsor
Situated in picturesque Old Windsor is the historic De Vere Beaumont Estate. This magnificent 4* De Vere Resort Hotel incorporates a stunning Ballroom, fabulous Restaurants, wonderful architecture and modern refurbished bedrooms – all set in spectacular and extensive grounds.
This impressive estate set in the rolling countryside is the perfect destination
for our ‘everything under one roof’ Dancing With The Stars Weekends.
Leisure facilities include an indoor 20m swimming pool, gym, squash courts & tennis courts, alternatively why not take a leisurely walk within the beautiful 40 acres of manicured grounds.
All bedrooms have everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay – and are furnished in a contemporary style. Facilities include en-suite bathroom, flat screen television, direct dial telephone, clock-radio, hairdryer, trouser press and hospitality tray. For a small upgrade charge, you can take advantage of one of the Superior or Executive Rooms.
Why not fly…Only 15mins from Heathrow – around a £35 cab fare.
De Vere Beaumont Estate Hotel, Burfield Road, Old Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 2JJ.
View Donaheys DWTS on the offical De Vere Beaumont Estate website here
www.devere.co.uk/beaumont-estate/offers/dancing-stars-weekends/
£15 million investment
During 2019 De Vere group invested almost £15million into an extensive refurbishment programme across the entire Beaumont Estate.
Bedrooms fully refurbished, the addition of the stylish new Wessex Wing Bedrooms (shown below), new flagship Bar & Restauraunt 1705, main restauraunt & reception areas refurbished, extensive grounds works, plus refurbishment of the Hanover & Hampton Ballrooms & lounges.
This extensive investment provides our guests a higher quality and more superior experience than ever before here at De Vere Beaumont Estate.
De Vere Beaumont Estate Ballroom – 360 tour
The Stunning Hanover Ballroom is the centre piece of Devere Beaumont Estate and is transformed into a spectacular & dazzling Ballroom for our event.
Discover Windsor
Why not take a 10min stroll down to The River Thames where you can take a River Boat Cruise through Windsor or stroll along the scenic Thames Tow Path. Beaumont Estate is a fantastic base for visiting picturesque Windsor, Windsor Castle, Hampton Court Palace, Ascot Racecourse, Savill Gardens & The Wentworth Golf Course, which are all under 15 minutes away.
The Beaumont Estate is a short 41minute train journey to
London Waterloo, where you could enjoy time in Central London.
Your Weekend Programme
What do our amazing weekends truly have in store for you? Download one of our previous Dancing With The Stars Weekend souvenir programmes and see for yourselves how fabulous they are. This is our Summer 2024 Celtic Manor weekend….enjoy!
Your Donahey’s Weekend Break Team
Throughout your dance weekend you will have the services of Donahey’s dedicated on-site team of Dance Teachers; Dancers; Helpers & Assistants including Paul, Shirley & Amy Donahey who are all there to ensure your dance weekend runs smoothly and is full of the right kind of memories.
2027 Weekend Transfer Flexibility
During 2027 we’re pleased to be offering 3 fab-u-lous Dancing With The Stars Weekends at stunning venues across the UK. Whichever weekend you initially book with us we are happy to offer you the flexibility to switch your booking between any of our 2027 Dancing With The Stars Weekends.
This added benefit provides you with peace of mind should a personal engagement crop up, or indeed your favourite must-see Strictly star appear at one of our weekends…..
5th – 7th March 2027 Alton Towers Resort Hotel, Staffordshire
19th – 21st March 2027 Beaumont Estate Hotel, Berkshire
16th – 18th April 2027 Celtic Manor Resort Hotel, Newport
There is absolutely no administration charge for transferring upto 31st Oct 2026, after which point there is a small administration charge of £25 per person. Subject to availability and no later than 10 weeks prior to your original weekend booking. The prevailing selling rate at the time of transfer will apply to your new weekend break, therefore a rate difference either up or down may apply.
Questions & Answers
About Donahey’s
The Donahey’s family have been organising spectacular dance events and teaching children & adults to dance across Manchester & South Devon for over 50 years. We pride ourselves on the quality of all our classes and events.
Our hugely successful ‘Dancing with The Stars Weekends’ are now in their 16th year. We love hosting them and go out of our way to ensure our guests do too.
Donahey’s is recommended by, and affiliated with the International Dance Teachers Association – the world’s largest dance teachers’ organisation. You can trust us to provide an exceptional experience and maintain a strong reputation in the dancing world.
No, our events are independently organised by Donahey’s Events Ltd and are not endorsed or associated with the BBC.
Suitability
Absolutely! The weekend includes over 7 hours of dedicated beginner dance classes designed for complete novices or those with minimal experience.
You’ll be taught by the stars of Strictly Come Dancing – what better way to learn your first steps?
We also offer a special beginners refresher hour on Saturday evening before the Black Tie Ball, plus a fun introductory dance on Friday night. Participation is entirely optional, so you can join in as much or as little as you like.
Whether you sit back and enjoy the shows or take part in the workshops and evening dancing, the weekend is designed to create lasting memories.
Our Dancing With The Stars Weekends are for adults only. Guests must be aged 18 or over. We attract a wide mix of ages, ensuring a fun and lively atmosphere for everyone.
Yes! You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your dancing and learn new choreography in Ballroom, Latin, and Argentine Tango. All classes are led by the world-class stars of Strictly Come Dancing, giving you a unique learning experience.
We offer 7 hours of lessons tailored to your level – Improver/Intermediate or Advanced. This includes 6 hours with the stars and 1 hour with our experienced Donahey’s team. You can also practice during the evening dances on Friday and Saturday.
Workshops
Five of your workshops are taught by professional dancers from Strictly Come Dancing. Additional 2-hour workshops are run by our highly experienced Donahey’s team. There’s no need to pre-book these; your place will be reserved based on your level.
Our workshops are grouped by ability to provide the right level of challenge and enjoyment. Styles include Ballroom, Latin, and Argentine Tango, from beginners to experienced dancers.
You’ll also have the option to practise your steps online with our refresher facility (available at a small additional cost).
- Absolute Beginners (0–3 months): For those new to dance or with very limited experience.
- Improver (4–9 months): For those who have learned basic steps in a few dances.
- Regular Social Dancers (9 months–2 years): Ideal for those who enjoy attending social dances and have some experience.
- Experienced Dancers (2+ years): For regular dancers who want to advance their skills.
We group guests by experience to ensure everyone enjoys the lessons. Lessons progress with the Strictly Stars as planned, so you’ll take away as much or as little as you want.
You’ll receive 7 hours of dance workshops across your weekend:
- 6 hours with the stars of Strictly Come Dancing
- 1 hours with the Donahey’s dance team in a second ballroom
Optional warm-up sessions, such as Latin Line, are also offered on Saturday morning. Participation is flexible – join as many or as few as you like.
No. Your place in all workshops will be reserved based on your experience level, so all you need to do is attend and enjoy.
Workshops are tailored to the ability of each group. Experienced dancers generally progress faster, so content is adapted to their level. We recommend selecting the level you feel most comfortable with, as switching between levels for different dances isn’t possible.
Attire & Facilities
Daytime sessions are casual. Evenings are smart; Saturday includes a Black Tie Ball. Comfortable dance shoes with non-slip soles must be worn for dancing. Trainers, steel-toe shoes, flip-flops, wedges, or bare feet are not permitted.
- 2 nights’ en-suite accommodation
- Friday & Saturday 3-course evening meals
- Full English breakfasts on Saturday & Sunday
- Dancing Friday & Saturday evenings from 8pm–midnight
- Workshops Friday evening, Saturday daytime & Sunday morning
- Dance showcases Friday & Saturday evenings and grand finale on Sunday
- Black Tie Ball Saturday evening
Yes. All deposits and payments are fully protected under ABTOT, in compliance with The Package Travel Regulations 2018. Refunds are provided if you have not yet travelled.
All hotels are a minimum of 4-star standard. More information on each venue can be found on our Venues page.
Yes, you can request room preferences such as low floors, proximity to friends, near lifts, or room upgrades. Contact details will be provided in your booking confirmation letter.
Evening & Social
Evenings feature showcases from the stars, dancing for all, and live music from our 15-piece Big Band on Saturday.
Yes. Indicate friends’ names on your booking form, and we will reserve seating together in the ballroom for the weekend.
Check-in: from 3pm (4pm at Celtic Manor). Friday evening dinner: 4.45pm–7.30pm. Welcome dance: 7.30pm. Shows start 9.15pm.
Last Sunday workshop: ~1pm. Grand finale: ~2.30pm.
Booking & Payment
Cheque: Payable to ‘DONAHEY’S EVENTS LTD’, send to PO Box 126, Kingsbridge, TQ7 9BB, with the payment slip from your booking confirmation.
Bank Transfer: Lloyds Bank, Sort Code 30-98-12, Account No 14712860, Account Name: DONAHEY’S EVENTS LTD. Include the lead passenger surname and booking code.
Yes. We offer up to 3 instalments. You can pay off part of your balance at any time before the due date.
We openly welcome guests without a dance partner, however we are unable to provide dance partners over the weekend. Donahey’s does not have a policy of offering dance partners to those who attend our Dancing With The Stars Weekend without a dance partner and we do not rotate partners during any workshops. We ask you please, not to book our dance weekend under the impression that we supply dance partners, or that you will be dancing with the stars themselves, thank you.
No, all weekends are residential only. This ensures a consistent atmosphere, seating arrangements, and full participation in all classes and shows.
Line-ups & Artists
Donahey’s DWTS weekend line-ups are only advertised following exchange of contracts directly with the Strictly Stars confirming their attendance. Unfortunately, advertised line-ups are subject to change due to changes in artists personal circumstances such as illness, injury, BBC Tour commitments or new TV commitments. Where a change in line-up is neccessary, Donahey’s will make very best efforts to replace with alternative Stars so we can all continue to enjoy an amazing break. Donahey’s will always inform you at the earliest possible opportunity if a change in line-up is required. Similar to other festivals such as Glastonbury, line-ups are subject to change due to changes in artist circumstances. You are absolutely booking a Dancing With The Stars Weekend, not a theatre or concert ticket for a specific named artist. Absolutely no refund will be due because of a change in advertised line-up. Please rest assured, Donahey’s will always work tirelessly to ensure an amazing line-up for all our guests. Donahey’s are highly respected in the dancing world and thankfully over the past 20 years it has been exceptionally rare a change in line-up has been required.
Venue & Theme Park
No. The Theme Park opens the following weekend.
No. All workshops and shows are organised by Donahey’s Events Ltd. These venues have no contractual responsibility for the delivery of any workshops or shows.
Donahey’s is the trading style of Donahey’s Events LTD
– Company No 4673588, registered in England & Wales.
