UK Travel

All my posts about travel in the UK! From staycation guides for Brits looking to explore more of their home country, to information for people travelling to the UK from abroad. Scroll down to see all the posts in this category, or use the table of contents below to head straight for the right location…

Break it down:

England
Northern Ireland
Scotland
Wales
Dorset (my home county and specialist subject)

I grew up in the south of England and have loads to say about my country. Hopefully you’ll find plenty of inspiration and useful info in the posts below. But if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me. I love hearing from readers, and I LOVE sharing my favourite spots in the UK!

emily wearing black trousers and a long orange raincoat walking along a path towards a large stone castle with several turrets at Margam Country Park in Neath Port Talbot

11 Great Things to do in Neath Port Talbot

UK Travel
Last Updated 13 November 2023

Adventure, history, and epic landscapes… discover the Dramatic Heart of Wales with these top things to do in Neath Port Talbot!

a castle with a moat around it reflected in the still water and framed by trees on a very sunny day

1066 Country Adventures: 12 Things To See And Do

UK Travel
Last Updated 19 October 2023

History, nature and adventure in East Sussex… these are the best things to do in 1066 Country, focusing on Battle, Rye, and Hastings.

circular wooden cabin with green pannelled exterior and a light brown wooden door in a woodland with a large oak tree behind

Swallowtail Hill: Unique, Fairytale Glamping near Rye

Reviews, UK Travel
Last Updated 19 October 2023

Magical moments and wildlife encounters: my review of a nature-filled glamping stay at Swallowtail Hill near Rye in East Sussex.

wooden cabin with a terrace in a grassy field with the sun setting through the trees behind. Starcroft Farm Cabins review, glamping in East Sussex England

Starcroft Farm Cabins: Beautiful Glamping in Battle Sussex

Reviews, UK Travel
Last Updated 19 October 2023

A review of the stunning Starcroft Farm Cabins – the perfect place for glamping all year round in Battle, East Sussex…

river full of boats and yachts at sunrise with golden light shining on a town on the right side bank on the river - salcombe devon

21 of the Best Places to Visit in Devon

UK Travel
Last Updated 4 October 2023

A round-up of all the best and most beautiful places you need to visit in Devon, England. Get these on your UK bucket list…

close up of a person's arm in a short sleeved white shirt holding a beer tap and pouring beer into a glass. Oktoberfest in the UK.

7 of the Best Places to Celebrate Oktoberfest in the UK

UK Travel
Last Updated 1 November 2023

A quick guide to the biggest and best Oktoberfest celebrations in the UK for 2023 – grab your lederhosen and get ready to party!

Girl silhouette on someone's shoulders above a crowd of people in a nightclub with her hands raised hands in front of a stage lit up in blue at a music concert. Best cities in the UK for nightlife.

13 of the Best Cities in the UK for Nightlife

UK Travel
Last Updated 3 August 2023

Looking for a party? Here’s your guide to the very best cities for nightlife in the UK – PACKED with insider info and local tips!

Radcliffe camera building in Oxford, a cicular three storey building bult from beige stone with a grey domed roof, with a row of terraced beige stone buildings alongside and the city skyline of oxford visible behind on a sunny day with blue sky above

15 of the Most Beautiful Cities in England

UK Travel
Last Updated 4 October 2023

Dazzling architecture, historic streets, and postcard-worthy sights… these are some of the most beautiful cities in England…

view from the grassy lawn at Plymouth Hoe looking towards a small area of the city above a grey sea wall with the sea to the left on a sunny day with blue sky.

17 of the Best Things to do in Plymouth, UK

UK Travel
Last Updated 24 August 2023

An in-depth local’s guide to the best things to do in and near Plymouth – a lively maritime city on the south coast of Devon, England.

Aerial view of colourful buildings in Manchester

Top 9 Hidden Gems of Manchester

UK Travel
Last Updated 12 May 2023

Discover the real Manchester beyond football and Coronation Street. Explore hidden gems like John Rylands Library, Rivington Pike, and Band on the Wall. Plan your stay for an unforgettable experience!