You don’t have to spend heaps to have the perfect autumn holiday – England is full of cheap weekend break ideas, free things to do to and budget friendly activities that are perfectly purse-friendly. Hop on your bike and explore the South Cotswolds’ tranquil canal and bustling village; discover the old, the new and the curious at Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery in Shropshire and enjoy free entry to the Manchester Food and Drink Festival where you can munch your way around the pop up food village, festival bar, street food fair and producer market.
Budget breaks in autumn
Budget breaks in autumn
You don’t have to spend heaps to have the perfect autumn holiday – England is full of cheap weekend break ideas, free things to do to and budget friendly activities that are perfectly purse-friendly. Hop on your bike and explore the South Cotswolds’ tranquil canal and bustling village; discover the old, the new and the curious at Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery in Shropshire and enjoy free entry to the Manchester Food and Drink Festival where you can munch your way around the pop up food village, festival bar, street food fair and producer market.
Follow in the footsteps of Sherlock Holmes around Bristol
Visit the filming locations in Bristol used in the recent BBC series featuring Benedict Cumberbatch.
Location: Bristol
Enjoy a family day out at Batsford Arboretum
Experience the wild beauty of Batsford Arboretum in autumn and the splendid sight of rare birds of prey soaring above the surrounding Cotswolds Hills.
Location: Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire
Discover Bristol on a budget city break
From Banksy to Brunel, pirates to parks, Bristol on a budget is perfectly possible
Location: Bristol
See Lynn Lumiere light up King's Lynn's historic buildings
Rich in history and fascinating by day, Lynn Lumiere lights up some of King's Lynn's stunning building with an amazing animated light display every evening from dusk.
Location: King's Lynn, Norfolk
Explore the rolling woodlands of Shorne Woods Country Park
Enjoy autumnal walks in Shorne Woods Country Park’s 292 acres of rolling woodlands, wetlands and meadows via a variety of waymarked trails.
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Experience an 18th century watermill in action
Make your way to Cogglesford Watermill to see the River Slea flowing through the mill producing organic flour.
Location: Sleaford, Lincolnshire
See an Egyptian mummy at the Hands on History Museum
The oldest secular building in Hull, Hands on History Museum, now proves a fascinating insight into Victorian Hull.
Location: Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
Wig wam your way to Clumber Park
Camping in tents is so last year – why not try sleeping in a yurt or wigwam in the beautiful surrounds of Clumber Park?
Location: Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Find yourself down on the farm in the heart of Nottingham
Stonebridge City Farm is a slice of the country in the heart of the city centre, open every day and free to visitors.
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Discover Bristol’s myths and legends
Delve into ancient folklore and uncover Bristol’s iconic landmarks on a family city break
Location: Bristol
Discover Portsmouth’s public art with a Blue Badge guide
Join one of Portsmouth's expert guides on a tour highlighting the sculptures, installations and amazing buildings populating the island.
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Discover the Cotswolds and Severn Vale by bike
Discover the south Cotswolds on a new bike route from Nailsworth to Frampton on Severn, enjoying Prema Arts Cafe, Uley Bury and the tranquil canal en route.
Location: Nailsworth, Gloucestershire
Venture beneath the city streets on the Mersey Tunnel Tour
Take a look underneath and behind the scenes of this most famous of English rivers.
Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
On your marks, get-set, go on a Bath Running Tour
Lovers of running, walking and hiking can see the best of Bath’s attractions whilst getting fit on this unique tour.
Location: Bath, Somerset
Discover the history of Hertford Castle
As part of National Heritage Weekend, Hertford Castle will open its doors to the public free of charge.
Location: Hertford, Hertfordshire
Enjoy free culture in Birmingham
Discover how arty Birmingham is, from the world’s largest collection of Pre-Raphaelite works to a creative hub packed with new artists.
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Indulge in all things affordable and vintage in York
‘York Does Vintage’ better than anyone else as the city’s affordable vintage fair in Merchant Adventurers’ Hall transports you to bygone eras.
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Celebrate the golden age of beer in Kent
The Faversham Hop Festival is a unique family event that commemorates the golden days of hop-picking with two days of live music, dancing, great food and hops, hops, hops!
Location: Faversham, Kent
Explore the autumnal landscape of The Forest of Dean
With miles of tracks and footpaths to explore, The Forest of Dean offers endless pleasure for walkers, whether it's a 30 minute gentle stroll or a two hour ramble.
Location: Coleford, Gloucestershire
Learn about Hull’s historic pubs on the Hull Ale Trail
Venture into Hull’s Old Town amidst cobbled alleyways and staithes and join Hull’s Ale Trail.
Location: Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
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