Welcome to my new blog series, A Weekend away… Over the next few weeks I will be sharing with you all the best places to go, sleep, eat and explore for weekends away by the sea, with your dog, and even for glamping. But first up, is a weekend away in the city.
I will be giving you my top ten UK city breaks and some tips on what to do while you are there, so what are you waiting for, get reading and book your next city break.
Bath
Fall in love with the beautiful city of Bath, combining vibrant contemporary culture with a rich history and heritage, there is something for all tastes and interests in this diverse city. Known for, and named after its Roman-built baths, it has been a wellbeing destination for 100’s of years and why not try it out for yourself in the Thermae Bath Spa, which houses the only natural thermal hot springs in Britain.
Bath’s stunning honey-coloured Georgian architecture is straight from a Jane Austen novel and the city is full of places to eat and drink, the finest independent shops, and also has a great collection of museums and galleries, making it the ideal city break.
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- The Roman Baths
- The Royal Crescent and Circus.
- Thermae Bath Spa
Brighton
Brighton is a great place to go for a weekend away if you are wanting to explore the seaside, shop in some quirky boutique shops, and try some delicious food at the many restaurants it has on offer.
It’s a unique town but with the old seaside charm so everyone will instantly fall in love with this place. It has something for the whole family to do whether you are into drinking cocktails and watching the waves or you want to see the town from a new height. There are many local attractions on offer, and definitely more than enough keep you busy for a whole weekend or two.
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For more information on Brighton, read my previous blog all about it here
Cambridge
Boasting one of the world’s most prestigious universities, Cambridge is a town brimming with history, tradition, and scholarly charm. Cambridge is a beautiful university city and sits on the relaxing River Cam and is definitely one to add to your UK city break lists.
From marveling at the gothic design of King’s College Chapel, one of 31 colleges Cambridge has, to walking around the University Botanic Garden, or punting along the river, there’s no shortage of things to do in Cambridge.
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Canterbury
Canterbury is a Cathedral city surrounded by ancient walls, cobbled streets, and sweet timber-framed houses. The city has three UNESCO world heritage sites, six museums, seven art galleries, six theatres, one castle, one abbey, one cathedral, and 24 Canterbury Tales, so safe to say, you will be busy!
Follow the river around the city to see some wonderful sculptures, the lush green parks, and some hidden spots around the city.
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- Canterbury Cathedral
- Canterbury Punting Company
- Westgate Gardens
Dublin
If the ‘luck of the Irish’ is on your side and you find yourself booking a trip to the city of Dublin, then you will be busy with countless things to do and see while you’re there. Dublin has a lot of incredible history, culture, and – well, booze to indulge yourself in.
As the city is located right on the coast, then day trips and excursions to the mountains or the sea are just a bus ride away, where you can witness some of the beautiful sceneries. From the city to the sea, to the mountains, what more could you want from a weekend away.
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Edinburgh
Looking for a city break with the usual sights to see and shops to spend your money in but also want somewhere with a lot of history, beautiful cobbled streets and maybe a ghost or two? Then Edinburgh is for you.
There is so much history to immerse yourself in, lots of unique activities (especially if you’re a Harry Potter lover) to do, and some wonderful places to eat and drink. There is so much to do for a day trip, a weekend away, and even longer. But don’t worry if you aren’t a history nerd, depending on what you are looking for there really is something for everyone here. Wilderness explorers, tick. Shopaholics, tick. Gin connoisseur, tick. So get yourself to Scotland.
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- Arthur’s Seat
- Edinburgh Castle
- The Royal Mile
For more information on Edinburgh, read my previous blog all about it here.
Glasgow
Glasgow is a port city on Scotland’s western Lowlands. It’s known for its Victorian architecture but today it’s a cultural hub, home to institutions including the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet, and National Theatre of Scotland.
It’s Scotland’s largest city and famed for the friendliness of the people, so you will feel very welcomed in this glorious city. It doesn’t matter whether you want to experience culture, food or just simply do some shopping, you’ll find something to fit your interests in this up and coming city.
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London
We can’t suggest a city break, without London featuring on the list. London is the ultimate city break for people with all interests, with plenty of museums, parks, attractions, restaurants and uniques experiences to do you will be spoilt for choice with things to do for a weekend away.
There is so much to see and do in London, it’s hard to give just a few things you must see, so why not do a boat trip, and the Hop On, Hop Off Bus to see all the sights from land and sea. You could even go up The Shard or the London Eye to see London from the sky too.
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- Buckingham Palace
- Covent Garden
- Notting Hill
Oxford
Oxford is a great city break if you want to take in some beautiful architecture, punt along the river, and wander around the old college streets. There are lots of things to see and do here for a weekend trip, so you will definitely want to come back again to explore further.
You will be spoilt for choice with some insta worthy cocktail bars and rooftop restaurants, and high street and independent boutiques. Whether you want to learn more at a museum or sit on the riverfront with a glass of Pimms, you will definitely find more than enough to do, whatever your interests are.
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- Christ Church college
- Magdalen Bridge Boathouse punting
- Radcliffe Camera
For more information on Oxford, read my previous blog all about it here.
York
York is a picturesque walled city in northeast England with a huge 13th-century Gothic cathedral, filled with medieval stained glass. Step back in history, with Viking remains, ancient walls of Roman York, and medieval buildings.
Expect lots of Yorkshire charm, wonderful boutiques to browse and lots of glorious foodie haunts to indulge in. Make sure you walk around the city walls to be immersed in history and get some great views of the city. York really is a totally quaint city you can’t miss in England.
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- The Shambles
- Walk York’s city walls
- York Minster
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