When we think of summer
breaks and holidays, many people think of lying on a hot tropical beach in a
different corner of the world. But, what if we told you that you don’t even
have to leave the UK to experience some of the most beautiful views around? Sure,
the weather isn’t quite as hot as Spain, but when the sun does rear its head,
the UK is an amazing place to be. Read on to find out our three top places in
the UK to escape to this summer.
Cornwall
Cornwall is
one of the most popular holiday spots in the UK - and for good reason. Nestled
on the southwestern end of Great Britain, Cornwall is surrounded almost
entirely by sea, with many impressive beaches to visit. If dramatic
steep-cliffed coves or long stretches of sandy beaches aren’t your thing, then
immerse yourself in the world’s largest greenhouses at The Eden Project or get
lost in the exotic paradises of Trebah and Glendurgan.
There are
many ancestral houses, rugged castles and coastal fortresses to see for the
explorers among us, as well as a brilliant arts and culture scene. Don’t forget
to try out some famous Cornish clotted cream during your visit, and maybe a
Cornish ale or two.
Pembrokeshire
South West
Wales is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the UK - in fact,
Barafundle Bay was voted one of the best beaches in the world, beating
the likes of Copacabana and Bondi. And it’s right on our doorstep!
Pembrokeshire is home to Britain’s only Coastal National Park and is dotted
with plenty of small seaside villages and coastal towns to explore. Hiring a
car means that you can explore all of these!
Tenby is the
most popular seaside town in Pembrokeshire and it’s not hard to see why. There
are four beautiful beaches to enjoy which surround the historic walled town
full of cafes, bars and shops, all nestled in quaint cobbled streets. Take a
walk around the picturesque fishing harbour where you can find the iconic
colourful houses of Tenby and St Julian’s Seamen’s Chapel, the charming seaside
church.
Lake District
If you’re
going to stay in the UK, you may as well experience a true British holiday -
and the Lake District is just the place to do this. You can expect 885 square
miles of luscious national park and a range of historic and heritage sites to
explore, making it the perfect place to put down your phone and get lost in
nature.
Whether you
choose to rent a cottage in the countryside or to stay in a quaint B&B, the
Lake District will charm you over and over. It is the perfect place to take in
breathtaking mountains, calm and tranquil lakes, lovely villages and market
towns in the fresh countryside air. A pub lunch or two is also a must!
Wherever you
choose to go in the UK this summer, renting a car for your adventurous road
trip is a great idea. Not only can you explore beautiful destinations at your
own pace, but you also have the freedom to go wherever your heart takes you
without relying on public transport. Browse our vehicle hire options at First Self Drive
today to start
planning your UK staycation.
