5 UK spots to visit this spring
The sun has finally started to break its way out of the clouds to brighten up what has been a very gloomy couple of months for the UK. This, as well as the louder chirps of birdlife in the mornings and the appearance of a few buds on the previously barren trees, can only mean one thing: spring is coming. This wonderful season of re-awakening life comes upon us every March and is a glory to behold. And yet, this time of year tends to be largely ignored by many and is not considered a particularly popular holiday season.
But this year, Brits have a big reason to make the spring a time for celebration and a well-deserved break. Kate and William’s royal nuptials fall on April 29th, securing another bank holiday for the nation. This combined with the two bank holiday weekends means Britons need only take three days off to have an 11-day break. So why not take advantage of this and book a holiday? If you don’t want to splash out to go abroad, there’s nothing more beautiful than watching the spring bloom around you at one of these five UK locations…
St Ives
Located right on the tip of Cornwall between Penzance to the south and Camborne to the east, this beautiful costal spot couldn’t be in a better place. From here you can journey down to Land’s End, the most western point of the UK, or Lizard Point to the south. Take in the rough, rugged coast or the beautiful surroundings of the inland countryside. There are some fantastic walks down here and going on one of these would be the perfect opportunity to witness spring awakening around you. In the meantime, you can explore the gorgeous town of St Ives and visit the renowned Tate gallery.
The Wye Valley
This very protected area on the Welsh border is renowned for its natural beauty. The striking gorges of limestone and dense woodland jut up from the river Wye, which wends its way through the dramatic landscape. Staying in one of the quaint villages in this general area and enjoying walks in the valley would bring spring alive for anyone.
Staffordshire canals
No matter if you’re a group of London singles or a whole family, you’re sure to enjoy the unique experience of canalling around the Staffordshire waterways. There are more miles of canal here than anywhere in England, left over from the industrial revolution and the busy pottery industry of towns such as Stoke-on-Trent. Travelling on the water through this stunning landscape is an adventure not to be missed.
Ambleside
Many people have appreciated the beauty of the Lake District over the years, most notably 18th-century poet William Wordsworth. His poem Daffodils was inspired by a scene in the Lakes where he happened upon a group of the spring flowers. Ambleside is a lovely town and is also nice and central, so you can climb the surrounding mountains and appreciate the spring daffodils for yourself, as well as the many newborn lambs that are around at this time of year.
Fort William
Located next to the stunning river Lochy and with the dramatic peaks of Glencoe behind it, this town is a brilliant place to stay this spring. To properly enjoy the mountainous terrain, catch the train all the way up from the south, as this line really does give you spectacular views of the area, including the highest peak in the UK, Ben Nevis. This would also make a fantastically romantic location for any couple, whether you met on dating sites or on holiday.
Don’t stay in the office this spring – discover these locations and the true beauty of spring in Britain.
