The UK is filled with a myriad of beautiful National Parks to relax in and visit. Here are five of our favourites you don’t want to miss out on…
South Downs
The Southdowns offers over 100 miles of breath-taking views from Winchester all the way to Eastbourne. Offering some of the country’s finest rivers and plenty of wildlife, it promises to offer peaceful walks for you and your family and designated cycle routes which are car-free. With so much to choose from you can spend weeks planning your activates.
Our Tip
Catch the no 13X bus from Eastbourne to Brighton (or vice versa) and sit up top for spectacular views over the white cliffs of Seven Sisters and Beachy Head. Hop off at Birling Gap to enjoy a scenic walk along the cliff tops or at Seven Sisters Country Park for a walk along the river Cuckmere to the pebble beach and a view up at the cliffs.
Make sure you check out the website to find out more about all the different routes they have to offer: www.southdowns.gov.uk
Lake District
Designated as a national park in 1951, the Lake District offers some of the most stunning views the UK can offer. With many different locations you can explore a variety of areas including the famous Windermere on foot or explore the Coniston water on a canoe or an electric boat. With over 885 square miles of national park there is something for everyone.
Our Tip
The Lake District holds many different events throughout the year, for all different age groups. Make sure you check their event’s page before visiting and see if anything interests you: www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/visiting/events
If you are look to explore the Lake District and see what it has to offer, make sure you check their website: http://www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/
Snowdonia
Discover Snowdonia’s national park, a place where you can relax but also enjoy some of the country’s most beautiful lands. Here you have the highest mountain in Wales, where you can discover its historic castles or trek along the 23-mile coastline and enjoy the stunning views which they process. Full of steep river gorges, waterfalls and green valleys, this is a place of natural beauty.
Our Tip
Snowdonia is full of historic sites, in fact Harlech Castle was built in the 13th Century which is known to be one of the greatest of all King Edward’s castles. You can see a list of all their historic sites here: www.eryri-npa.gov.uk/visiting/things-to-do/historic-sites
Want to find out more? Make sure you visit their website for all the information on Snowdonia and what it has to offer: http://www.eryri-npa.gov.uk/
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs
Loch Lomond is packed full of things to do. Ideal for explorers, thrill seekers and casual ramblers alike there is something for everyone. Great for water sports, there are a whole host of activities on offer- boat trips, sailing and canoeing are just some of the activities available all year around (as long as the weather right). Away from the water, you can explore the breathtaking views, with over twenty-one different munros to climb, (Ben more being the highest at 1,174m.) Wherever you visit at Loch Lomond, you’re never far from breathtaking sights and are guaranteed a great day out.
Our tip
Make sure you check out the Scenic Routes trail: www.lochlomond-trossachs.org/things-to-see/scenic-routes-viewpoints
Having so much to offer, make sure you check out their website for more information: www.lochlomond-trossachs.org
Peak District
If you enjoy cycling, walking or wildlife watching then the peak district will be something for you. Located between Manchester and Sheffield you will have the opportunity to cycle through multi terrain circuits which are traffic free, take a tour on a pony’s back or attempt a climb on some of the Europe’s most popular routes. There are so many different activities to do for the whole family.
Our Tip
There are many cycle routes in the Peak District, make sure to plan yours in advance: www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/visiting/cycle/cycle-routes
For any more information, check out their website for a whole list of all the activates they have on offer. http://www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/
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