The Peak District
The London Transport Museum
Croyde Bay, Devon
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United Kingdom
Our beloved homeland! Despite enjoying travelling abroad to experience different cultures and a bit of guaranteed sunshine we also love to explore the UK. Every corner of the UK offers up a raft of great places to stay and explore. Historic cities such as Bath, York, Edinburgh and Oxford take you back centuries with their wonderful architecture. There are National Parks scattered across the country - our favourites are the South Downs, the Lake District, Peak District and Snowdonia - all are natural beauties with stunning walking and trekking available. Many towns and cities offer fab shopping and fine dining usually with a load of other sights and activities thrown in. As you would expect of an Island there is miles and mile of coastline to explore with some fabulous beaches along the way. Our favourites include Barafundle bay, Camber Sands, the Northumberland coast, Holkham, Croyde, Littlehampton and the pristine beaches of NW Scotland. Our hometown London is great fun. We love the Southbank for a day out with so much to see and do - always something unexpected pops up along the way! We also love Greenwich with the Cutty Sark, Royal Observatory, National Maritime Museum and Park. We frequently enjoy the many museums and galleries across London, many of which are free. The Natural History Museum, Tate and Science Museum are firm favourites but there are hundred of smaller ones to explore such as the Clink Prison museum, the cartoon museum, Horniman museum, the postal museum and Dulwich picture gallery. |
The Welsh coast
Bracklesham Bay, UK
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Travelling in the UK Flying between cities is possible and may save time for longer distances however for many destinations once you allow time to get to the airport, check-in and travel from your destination airport into the town or city it is often easier and quicker to travel by train. The train network is good and if you book in advance fares can be really reasonable. For information about train times, routes, costs and to book tickets go to the National Rail Enquiries website. There is also a good, cheap coach network details of which can be found here and driving is pretty straightforward too with an extensive motorway system. By sea: To travel to and from Northern Island or to the Scottish Islands by boat check out the following links: Ireland Scottish Islands London For information about travelling around London check out the TFL website for details of tubes, train, buses and more Most popular airports: There are over 50 airports in the UK. To see them all listed go here. Our How to Book a Flight guide will give you lots of flight booking tips and tools. |
National Trust cottage in Pembrokeshire
Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa, Climping
Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh
Kent Camping
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Accommodation
There is great accommodation to choose from all over the UK. It's possible to stay in all kinds of historic buildings from castles to traditional stone cottages or if you want something a little more 21st century there are some amazing hotels or glamping options. There is also a wonderful tradition of Bed and Breakfasts (B&Bs) which are friendly and welcoming. For a bargain break there is also an amazing network of Youth Hostels and campsites across the country. A few recommendations:
Greenwich, London Devonport House - A great London option is to stay in Greenwich which has lots to see and do and then you can get a boat up the Thames to see more central London sites. Arundel Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa - luxurious hotel in a beautiful woodland setting with peacocks roaming around and traditional afternoon tea served on the terrace. A wonderful place to stay or just to visit for the spa or restaurant. York Hotel Indigo - beautifully appointed rooms, exceptionally friendly and helpful staff and a cocktail bar with signature chocolate cocktails and local craft beers. All this and more right in the heart of York. Pembrokeshire Pembroke cottages - Nothing beats a traditional, cosy stone cottage check out these from the National Trust. Bluestone - set in the stunning Pembrokeshire countryside near the coast these lodges and cottages are perfect for a family break. There's lots to do, great food and comfortable rooms. Bushmills, Northern Ireland Causeway Hotel - just a 5 minute stroll from the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre where guests receive free entry. This historic hotel is full of character and has clean comfortable rooms and a fab restaurant. We love camping in the UK are here are a few of out favourite sites: Ocean Pitch - Croyde, North Devon Mortonhall Caravan and Camping Park - Edinburgh Nethergong Camping - Canterbury, Kent Wowo Campsite - Sussex Sands caravan and Camping - Ross-shire Hollows Farm B & B and campsite - Grange near Keswick, The Lake District Hadrian's Wall Campsite - Northumberland |
UK Facts Capital city: London Area: 242,945 Sq km Population: 66.02 million Currency: Pounds sterling Official Language(s): English Tourist Boards: UK England Scotland Northern Ireland Wales |
Ancient chapel at Bailiffscourt
Northumberland coastline
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