After 2020’s eventful first half, you might be feeling the need to get away. A post-lockdown getaway sounds like just the ticket, but if you usually search a little further afield than the UK you might be surprised at what’s on offer on home turf.
Whether it’s outdoor adventure, a bit of peace and quiet or something totally new that you’re after, the UK has plenty of options to help refill your cup. And just think… what you save on travel time you can add to the length of your getaway. Bonus!
Here are some places to consider when the time comes that we can finally book a getaway!
Explore Northumberland’s rugged coastline
Northumberland is often overlooked but dare to travel far enough north and you’ll find breath-taking beaches and dramatic scenery to make your jaw drop. With accommodation options spanning from super luxe hotels, to B&Bs in quaint chocolate-box towns, to lofty and spacious holiday cottages you won’t want to leave, it’s easy to design a trip to suit you. The region is notoriously dog friendly if you want to travel with a furry friend, and there are plenty of ways to fill your time – tuck into fish and chips while the seagulls call overhead, or take a long, coastal trek to famous spots like Holy Island and Bamburgh Castle. Find out more at: visitnorthumberland.com.
A secluded hideaway in Perthshire, Scotland
Tucked inside 150 acres of working grassland farm on a south facing hillside, between Abernyte and Kinnaird in Perthshire, Scotland, you’ll find the perfect location for a digital detox. Guardswell Farm offers a selection of gorgeously designed huts available to hire plus a 10-person farmhouse, all with beautiful views and very little connection to the outside world. A dreamy mix of luxurious and basic, most huts use only solar power. Crack open a drink on the deck and listening to the sound of lambs bleating as the sun goes down – ideal for those who need time-out to recoup after a busy lockdown.
Sleep with the stars in East Sussex
Venture to Downash Wood to find Tinkers Treehouse, a sophisticated, secluded apartment for two suspended above ground. With London only an hour away, you’ve got a fantasy fusion of busy city streets, shopping and dining with the quiet of the forest at your fingertips. Spend evenings around a fire pit, toasting marshmallows and then retreat inside to a modern, welcoming décor. Venture into the surrounding towns and villages to find award-winning bakeries and country pubs, plus the beautiful Bewl Water where you can walk, sail or even paddleboard. Great for those who have trouble making their minds up!
Cornwall’s luxury eco-spa
If your health needs a kickstart, the south coast has what you’re looking for. The Scarlet describes itself as a luxury eco hotel just for grown-ups, set on the beach with cliffside hot tubs and a natural reed-bed swimming pool to sink into. A top destination for nourishing the body and soul, with a stylish restaurant cooking up seasonal, locally sourced food sensitive to dietary requirements and an impressive Ayurvedic spa offering treatments and yoga classes. You’ll feel 100% by the end of your stay, guaranteed.
