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Places to visit

Rural retreats

Flee the city and explore the natural wonders England has to offer with a countryside break. Find country cottages, the best camping sites and a variety of other destinations for rural adventures.

Visit East Anglia’s holiday gems in Suffolk and Norfolk , or marvel at the breathtaking natural beauty of the Cotswolds and Lake District . Wander rural coastlines in Northumberland and Kent , and hike the unspoiled landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors . For countryside steeped in history, explore Wiltshire and Somerset . Trek through ancient woodlands in the New Forest or climb undulating hills in the Peak District .