The autumn months are a wonderful time to explore the UK as the nights grow shorter and cosier evenings draw in. By choosing the right hotel to suit your every need, you can easily get lost in our nation’s natural beauty, culture or history, even if just on a a quick weekend jaunt. With this in mind, we’ve selected 5 IDEAL locations that you’ll be delighted to visit this autumn.
The Lake District
England’s most romantic national park has inspired many of history’s greatest poets and can ignite a wonderful weekend with someone you love. Choose one of many fantastic Lake District breaks and enjoy a stroll along the shoreline of Derwentwater, wander through the quaint market towns or take a hike up the multiple fells in the area. End the evening with a pint of ale in a snug country pub for the perfect finish to a relaxing break.
With so many interesting sights and a beautiful collection of breath-taking scenery across England’s largest National Park, the Lake District can be as active or serene as you make it.
Northumberland
A trip to the Farne Islands is unlike any other weekend break in the UK, in fact, Sir David Attenborough says it’s his favourite nature spot in all of the British Isles. This small island off the edge of Northumberland is home to thousands of seabirds and one of the largest seal colonies in Europe. These easy-going mammals have lived on the island for more than 800 years but are happy to host you as visitors for a couple of days. Enjoy the last of the year’s warm evenings with a trip to the island’s beaches and meet the local wildlife.
Bath
When the days are turning a little colder, the warming spas of Bath make for a great autumn break. The university city is just two hours from London and is packed full of Roman history, luxury hotels and a great selection of shops. Bath has been in fashion for decades so take the time to walk the elegant Royal Crescent, take an afternoon meal at the famous Pump Rooms tea house or bask in the whirling spires of the stunning Bath Abbey. It’s an easy city to visit in a weekend, but it will leave an impression that lasts much longer.
Edinburgh
The booming cannons that fire off Edinburgh Castle every lunchtime are the first sign you’re in a city with a loud voice. Edinburgh screams style and wit and calls out for you to spend a weekend strolling along the Royal Mile that marks the heart of the city, discovering Holyrood Palace and still taking plenty of time to enjoy the shops, cafes and museums you’ll pass on your travels. The city’s airport is well-connected by road, tram and train so it’s easy to connect with one of the affordable flights currently on offer from many regional airports.
Land’s End
Cornwall is always a stunning UK holiday destination, but it’s at its most accessible once the throb of the summer season has faded. Even though the crowds have left, you can be sure that the scones that make up a cream tea are just as tasty, and the views from the edge of the UK across the ocean are just as awe-inspiring. Take a day-trip over to the Isles of Scilly and enjoy the UK’s only subtropical climate for a taste of summer time in autumn! Get there quickly by flying to Newquay from airports across the country.
As you can see, the end of summer is no reason for the holiday season to be over. The UK has some of the world’s most prestigious historical sites, luxurious hotels and magnificent examples of natural beauty, and the arrival of autumn does nothing to dim their delights. Book now and grab your own weekend trip to see for yourself.
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