One of England’s most beautiful cities and an easy choice for a day or overnight trip. Visit the Roman Baths, wander through the Georgian streets and see the Royal Crescent, with plenty of lovely restaurants, pubs and shops along the way.
For dramatic English coastline, head down to Dorset and spend the day around Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. The Jurassic Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage Site stretching for 95 miles and is one of the most spectacular stretches of coastline in the country.
For those coming from further afield, it feels wrong not to include Stonehenge. One of Britain’s most iconic landmarks, it makes a brilliant stop as part of a longer trip through the South West or on the way to or from London. Booking ahead is recommended.
These work really well together for a proper Somerset day out. Start in Wells, with its magnificent Wells Cathedral and medieval streets, then continue to Cheddar Gorge for its huge limestone cliffs, caves and countryside walks.
A beautiful seaside town on the Jurassic Coast and one of our favourite places in the area. Wander along the famous Cobb, explore the little streets and independent shops, hunt for fossils on the beach and stop for seafood overlooking the water. It’s a lovely way to spend a day by the coast