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Make sure you have an active escape to look forward to in the year ahead. Plan now for your break in the UK with this hand-picked selection of colourful trips.
North Yorkshire
Experience a burst of colours on a journey through the picturesque landscapes of North Yorkshire along the enchanting
Cleveland Way, where wild daffodils bloom during April and May. These springtime treasures, believed to be planted by monks from the nearby Rievaulx Abbey, create a beautiful spectacle in the Farndale Valley. Immerse yourself in nature's beauty along the dedicated mile-long 'daffodil walk'—an inspiring testament to the region's rich history and vibrant spring allure.
Cotswolds
Renowned the world over, the yellow brick stones found all across the
Cotswolds give this part of England a warm and welcoming feel. We particularly recommend villages such as Burton on the Water, Lower Slaughter and Chipping Camden.
Guernsey
Some of the UK’s most stunning bluebell woods can be found on Guernsey. When the flowers bloom in early spring, you will want to head to the patches of old forest that can be found along the trail of the
Channel Island Way. Other places to admire the bluebells are in the
Cotswolds or
Cumbria.
South Downs
The white chalky cliffs found along the south-eastern coast of England make for stunning coastal views. It’s not only the coastline where you’ll find the white chalk though, the
South Downs Way passes chalk streams, world’s largest dry chalk valley and, of course, the chalk ridge that defines the trail.
Great Glen Way
If you’re after a patchwork of green, head to the Scottish Highlands and in particular the
Great Glen Way. It is a long distance walking trail that crosses the heart of Scotland and includes forests, farmland, and Ben Nevis – the UK’s highest mountain.
Hadrian’s Wall
When following the ancient relic that is
Hadrian’s Wall, including its forts, it is predominantly a grey-reddish colour that you’ll see. The wall stretches 84 miles, all the way from the aptly named Wallsend in Newcastle Upon Tyne to the quaint village of Bowness-on-Solway. So, expect to see lots of variations as the Romans used building materials that were available nearby.
What is the most colourful place in the UK that you have visited? Let us know in the comments below, we're curious!