Whilst Britain has some fantastic cosmopolitan cities, once in a while it’s nice to get out of the concrete jungle and enjoy a lovely weekend away. You get to breath in that fresh clean air as you relax spending time with loved ones. So if you are looking at a quick escape from the city, use this handy guide for planning your weekend getaway.
Head to Cornwall
You don’t often think of beach holidays when you think of the UK but Cornwall is a great place for a beach weekend escape. You can also hire some great rural holiday homes in Cornwall for the weekend, which can be anything from your basic bungalow to luxury cabins. Cornwall is great for families with an array of fun-filled family activities but is great for couples too. Eat fish n chips along the waters edge or have a go at paddle boarding during the day. It also offers some great surfing spots at one of Newquay’s beaches.
Snuggle up in a country cottage
It doesn’t need to be summer to enjoy a weekend away, think country cottage, rolling hill landscape, wood fire, bottle of red wine and some good food. There is no shortage of quaint country towns in Britain however Chulmleigh is a great spot to visit in the winter time, that offers everything you could ask for in a country weekend escape.
Get active in the Lake District
If you feel like being a little more active on your weekend away, then why not go rowing in the Northern Lake District. If rowing isn’t your thing then there is plenty of hikes you can do that offer spectacular views. The Lake District is also great for a romantic getaway with its stunning landscape and fourteen different lakes to visit.
Experience history in York
Whilst York is a city itself, it’s definitely a lot different to the busier cities of Britain like London and Manchester. The whole town just oozes history, with its ancient cobbled streets, medieval castle, and it’s ancient city walls. Take a nightly ghost tour around the city if you want to hear some good old scary tales.
Check out the heights in Dover
This gorgeous port town offers stunning cliff top views out into the English Channel. Stroll along the famous White Chalk Cliffs and visit Dover Castle, famous for it’s shear beauty. Being a port town it’s also filled with great military history.
