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Days by the sea

Seaside breaks

English beach holidays are crammed with simple, maritime pleasures. Hunt hidden smugglers’ coves, paddle in rock pools and bask on endless golden sands.

Coastal escapes

Quaint Victorian promenades, medieval ports loomed over by ancient castles and chic regency towns.


Summer holiday ideas

Hikers on a hilltop near Martindale in the Lake District, Martindale, Cumbria; VisitBritain / Rod Edwards;

Walking and hiking holidays

From gentle inclines and clear pathways to rugged crags and challenging fells.

A father and his two young sons pushing their mountain bikes; VisitBritain / Simon Kreitem;

Cycling holidays

Discover some of England's most beautiful landscapes on two wheels.

A couple relaxing on a narrow boat on the River Lea near Broxbourne; VisitBritain / Rod Edwards;

Boating holidays

Take a leisurely cruise on the Kennet & Avon canal or go to head-to-head with Cornish dolphins.

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Get Packing

Begin your next great adventure by contacting your local travel agent for advice and unbeatable deals.

Destination Guides

Enjoy a cracking day out with your canine chum with these handy guides.


A cracking day out

Wallace & Gromit Thrill-O-Matic; (c) Aardman Animations/Wallace & Gromit Ltd 2013;

Wallace & Gromit Thrill-O-Matic

Madcap thrills at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

Wallace & Gromit creator Nick Park with oversized Gromits; ©Destination Bristol;

Gromit Unleashed

There’ll be plenty of dog days in Bristol this summer.

Dog; Copyright: Visit Britain Images;

Dog friendly breaks

Forget about leaving your pooch at home next time you take a trip.

Where to stay

From cosy bolthole cottages in secluded valleys and lakeside campsites to the best of budget hostels and rustic farm stays...


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Award-winning places to stay and visit

From delectable meals and unique places to explore, to cosy beds to rest your head.

Your favourite English experiences...

From stargazing in Exmoor to wildlife spectaculars in Lancashire.