The year of the staycation is definitely here to stay. But when money is a little tight why not go on an adventure and experience a daycation. We have found the best places to visit across the UK for a daycation. So you can still get that sense of exploring without blowing the budget. From the best shops, places to eat, and things to do, we have even let you know where to stay if you feel like extending your visit. This is part 3 of multiple daycation guides, so check out parts 1 and 2 for more inspiration.
Padstow
The charming seaside town of Padstow is a great place for a daycation as there is plenty to keep you busy. From boutique shops, delicious places to eat, and a beautiful sandy beach to relax on. Why not hire a boat for the day to explore the coastline further, pop onto the ferry to take you to Rock, or hire bikes to discover the Camel Trail
Where to shop: Coastal Scandi, WOW Padstow, Aloft
Where to eat: Rick Steins Restaurants, Prawn on the Lawn, Padstow Tasting Room, Burgers and Fish, Paul Ainsworth, Padstow Wine Company, Barnaby’s
Where to stay: Old Custom House, St Edmunds House,
Lyme Regis
If you are wanting the seaside, wonderful places to eat, and amazing shops to spend your money in, then head to Lyme Regis. Walk along the seafront, admire the quirky homes that line the seafront and dip your toes in the sea.
Where to shop: Molesworth and Bird, Indica, Ryder and Hope, Ammonite Fine Foods, Pug and Puffin, Things I like, Ginger Beer,
Where to eat: The Lyme Bay, Millside, The Whole Hog
Where to stay: The Pilot Boat
Southwold
Known for its family-owned brewery Adnams, Southwold is a charming seaside town surrounded by beautiful beaches and lush countryside. Situated on the East Suffolk coastline it’s a popular tourist town for many people trying to escape the hustle and bustle of life. This makes it the perfect place to explore and unwind for a day.
Where to shop: High Tide, Little Pretty, The Pug and the Pussycat, Denny
Where to eat: Enzo’s Pizzeria, Harris and James, Sole Bay Inn, The Sail Loft, The Swan
Where to stay: Mole End, The Crown, The Smokehouse Cottage, The Swan, The Treasure Chest
Broadway
Broadway is a picturesque town in the heart of the Cotswolds. The main street is lined with only the best shops and places to eat, so you will enjoy browsing the centre. Head up to Broadway Tower for spectacular views across the countryside and even see some deers.
Where to shop: At Home With the Rudds, Broadway Deli, Cotswold Trading, Whatever the Weather, OKA
Where to eat: Lygon Arms, Flipside, Swan Inn, Broadway Hotel
Where to stay: Lygon Arms, Broadway Hotel
Whitstable
This is by far my favourite place to go in Kent. Not only does it have an abundance of places to eat and shop, but it also has a lovely walkway along the seafront. There are so many beautiful seaside houses and beach huts to admire too. I love nothing more than shopping in all the beautiful interior shops, having cocktails and food in the wonderful vast restaurants on offer, and meandering up and down the back streets to see some incredible seaside houses.
Where to shop: Flory and Black, Frank, Ruskin, Scandinavian Touch
Where to eat: Dropbear Kitchen, Farm & Harper, Harbour Garden Café, Harbour Street Tapas, Samphire, Whitstable Oyster Company
Where to stay: Sea Sunset Cottage, Whitstable Fisherman Huts, Winkle Cottage
Stockbridge
This pretty town has some amazing shops up and down the high street. Best of all they are all independent too. Just outside of Stockbridge is an estate, which is partnered with Waitrose to provide a delightful farm shop, garden emporium and garden centre. This is a lovely place to visit whether you fancy just a look around or to treat yourself.
Where to shop: Roxtons, Garden Inn, Newmans, Broughton Crafts, The Owl and the Pussycat, Saint Monica Aromatherapy, Longstock Farm Shop
Where to eat: Woodfire, Thyme and Tides
Where to stay: The Grosvnor
Narbeth
Narberth is a gorgeous town in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Multicoloured Edwardian and Georgian buildings line the high street and are filled with charming shops to spend your money in. Keep an eye out for their famous food festival which attracts thousands of people wanting to try some local food and drink.
Where to shop: Fforc Welsh Deli, The Golden Sheaf, Six the High Street,
Where to eat: The Angel, Top Joes, PlumVanilla Cafe
Where to stay: The Grove, 32 Townhouse,
