With so much to see in the UK, whether you re a Brit yourself or are visiting from overseas, it can be hard to know where to start to take in the best that Britain has to offer.
The obvious solution is a multi-centre break where you move around and visit several places. The UK has a wealth of fascinating historic cities to explore, combined with some outstandingly beautiful countryside and landscapes. By visiting a couple of cities and also spending a few days in a rural area, you will get a good feel for this diverse nation.
In the Lake District national park, for example, you will find stunning views and some of England s most heartstoppingly beautiful scenery, including the drama of Sca Fell Pike, the UK s highest peak, in the region which inspired the poetry of Wordsworth and Coleridge. There are spectacular hikes and rambles for walkers of all levels of ability. Other outdoor activities include cycling, rock climbing and abseiling.
If you are inclined towards more leisurely pursuits, take a boat trip on one of the breathtaking lakes. Or go shopping, catch an art exhibition or enjoy some quality food and drink, either from a cosy inn or a more formal restaurant. Alternatively, visit pretty towns like Bowness and Windermere, or Wordsworth s Dove Cottage. With so much to keep the whole family occupied, you ll love the Lakes at any time of year, (It s especially beautiful in the autumn, with a gorgeous array of colours).
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The city of Bristol is an enticing blend of ancient and modern, and packed with different things to enjoy. It s a city of engineering masterpieces like the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge, or Brunel s ss Great Britain, the famous liner moored in the town s Harbourside. Bristol is also crammed with historic churches and cathedrals.
You can take it all in from a hot air balloon, a ferry boat, or on a guided city tour. Other things you ll love in this town include a diverse cultural scene, lively nightlife, and retail therapy galore in three world-class shopping centres and several exquisite boutiques.
You could also visit Bristol s aquarium, the famous zoo or M Shed, the city s exiting, groundbreaking new flagship museum. There s also a longer established museum and art gallery, and remember that graffiti artist Banksy is one of this town s most famous sons!
You ll need somewhere to stay, so check out some of the 4 star hotels in Bristol selected by HotelClub. There are no fewer than 14 to choose from dotted across the city, all of them offering superior service, facilities and accommodation.
For a very different urban experience, visit Cambridge. This city s ancient university is made up of different colleges, which have centuries-old, exquisitely beautiful buildings, usually arranged around courts, or quads . You can walk round these and visit chapels and halls, the most popular ones including King s, St John s, Queen s and Trinity. The first Cambridge College was founded in 1284.
Highlights of this wonderful city include King s College Chapel, and the beautiful views of the Backs, the rears of several of the colleges, backing on to the River Cam.
Cambridge is also crammed with fascinating churches. Climb the tower of Great St Mary s for a fabulous panorama over the city. You could also go punting on the Cam, or take in the Cambridge Market, open six days a week.
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So take in the best that Britain has to offer, in cities like Cambridge and Bristol, and the gorgeous Lakes. With special deals from HotelClub, being on the road has never seemed so appealing!
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