UK weekend break guides

People in Greater Manchester, Liverpool and Cheshire are well placed for a short break. The Lake District, Peak District, Yorkshire Dales,...

From London you can reach a surprising range of places in two to three hours: seaside towns such as Brighton, Margate and Whitstable,...

The Midlands sits in the middle of the country, so many places are within two to three hours. The Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon,...

Yorkshire and the North East have some of the best weekend breaks in the country. Historic York and Durham, the coastal drama of Whitby and...

Scotland has everything from capital-city culture in Edinburgh and Glasgow to Highland wilderness in the Cairngorms and the Isle of Skye....

Wales packs mountains, castles and coastline into a small area. Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons offer big hills, Pembrokeshire has some of...

A city break is a classic weekend away, and the UK has a wide range, from medieval walled cities such as York and Chester to lively modern...

From Cornwall's golden coves to Yorkshire's fishing ports and Wales's wild headlands, the UK coast offers a wide range of weekend breaks....

National parks and rolling countryside offer some of the best weekends in Britain. Whether you want serious hill walking in the Lake...

Many of the best weekend breaks in the UK suit dogs, with big beaches, long walks and pubs that welcome four-legged guests. Rules vary,...

A romantic break does not need to be far from home. Candlelit pubs in the Cotswolds, spa days in Bath, harbour views in Cornwall and castle...

A good family weekend has plenty to do for children and adults. These UK destinations combine beaches, wildlife, railways, castles and...

You do not need a car for a good weekend away. Many UK destinations are easy to reach by train and walkable once you arrive. These are the...

A weekend away does not have to cost a fortune. These UK destinations typically offer lower prices for accommodation, food and attractions...

British weather is unpredictable, so choose a destination with plenty to do indoors. These places have museums, cathedrals, tea rooms, spas...

Spring brings wildflowers, lambs, longer days and fewer crowds. It is a lovely time for walking, gardens and coastal paths, and prices are...

Summer is the peak season for beaches, boat trips and festivals, with the longest days and the warmest weather. It is also the busiest and...

Autumn offers colourful woods, crisp walks, cosy pubs and quieter roads. Hotel prices often fall after the summer holidays, and many...

Winter weekends are about cosy pubs, Christmas markets, spa days and dramatic coast and mountain scenery. Days are short and weather can be...