8 places to enjoy a UK Staycation in 2023
With spring just around the corner it's time to start thinking about booking a relaxing break to take time out of our busy lives. A staycation is a great opportunity to get away and enjoy all that the UK has to offer.
If you are a fan of the coast, then here is a pick of some of the most delightful and scenic places around the UK to explore.
Holm House Hotel, South Wales
For coastal luxury, it doesn’t come better than the elegant and sophisticated suburb of Penarth in South Wales. With a remarkable pier, and views across the Bristol Channel to the islands of Flatholm and Steepholm, it’s no wonder it became the location of choice for the mansions of successful industrialists of the 19th century.
Holm House was built in 1926 by JS Neale the son of a fishing fleet magnate and sits in a prime position on Marine Parade in this quiet and affluent area just ten minutes from Cardiff city centre. The footprint and DNA of the original property has been transformed into something with contemporary chic and flair. Behind it’s handsome façade lies a hotel of residential elegance befitting its heritage and the 20th century expectations of sophisticated travellers.
You are invited to experience the genuine warmth and intelligence of its service, as well as the luxury and attention to detail you’ll find throughout the property. Holm House is designed to ensure you relax, unwind, enjoy the seaside location, and feel completely at home.
All you need to know: Find it at Marine Parade, Penarth CF64 3BG, Call 029 2070 6029 or visit the Holm House Hotel website
Aspects Holidays, Cornwall
With over 300 miles of glorious coastline, it’s little wonder Cornwall is such a popular choice for a UK staycation. Sandy beaches, turquoise waters, quaint seaside villages, and an abundance of foodie delights await you in this stunning corner of England.
Furious chimp launches bottle at girl filming him leaving her bleeding at zooWhether you’re seeking a relaxing retreat for two or an exciting family holiday, you’re sure to find the perfect Cornish getaway with Aspects Holidays. Offering a wide range of properties across the county, including sea-facing apartments, cosy cottages, family-friendly houses, and even properties that welcome dogs, there really is something for everyone.
With short breaks available as well as week-long holidays, escape the stresses and strains of daily life and head to the coast to soak up that reviving sea air, regardless of the time of year. Spend your days exploring the coast paths, visiting attractions, and getting the sand between your toes, before heading back to the comfort and luxury of your holiday home.
You can take time to relax and unwind, curl up in front of the log burner on a winter’s night, stargaze from the hot tub on balmy summer evenings, indulge in a glass of bubbles watching the sunset from the balcony and spend the evening making memories with family and friends.
All you need to know: Call 01736 754242, email [email protected], find them on Facebook, or visit the Aspects Holidays website
Golden Coast Leisure Park, Devon
Golden Coast Leisure Park, which is owned by Verdant Leisure, a bespoke holiday park operator in England and Scotland, is the pinnacle of fun filled UK holidays, with breathtaking scenery and endless activities on park.
Located in North Devon in Southern England, Golden Coast is the perfect destination for family and couple breaks, with a wide range of accommodation and facilities, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, wave surfing simulator, high ropes course, arcade, bowling alley, and a choice of bars and restaurants.
For kids, the Playden Gang are ready to keep your children entertained. It has activities for all ages, from painting and getting creative, to an adrenaline-fueled high ropes course. Then enjoy an evening of live entertainment with Vinnie and Violet, its favourite foxes, the whole family will love.
If you’re looking for a more relaxed break, the surrounding area is beautiful, with cliff top walks and golden sandy beaches, including the award-winning Woolacombe beach just five minutes from the park. So whatever you’re looking for, Golden Coast has something for everyone to enjoy, and with hot tub accommodation coming in early 2023, it’s time to book your next break and let the countdown begin.
All you need to know: Visit the Verdant Leisure website
Little Dunley Cottages, Devon
The perfect destination for families, couples and groups alike, Little Dunley Cottages are a picturesque hamlet of Devon holiday cottages set on the edge of Dartmoor with the award-winning beach of Teignmouth just 15 minutes away.
Scientists plan to ‘de-extinct’ the Dodo and release it back into the wildWhether you want to relax in a beautiful, tranquil setting or want the ideal base from which to explore Devon, Little Dunley Cottages are perfect for you. With a choice of cottages and facilities to choose from, with our eco-friendly heated indoor pool, games room, sauna, tennis courts, carp fishing and private hot-tubs, set in 24 acres of countryside.
The holiday cottages are nestled in the South Devon countryside, with Dartmoor and the coast both in close proximity. They are also within easy reach of attractions like Paignton Zoo, Crealy Adventure Park, Pennywell Farm and Powderham Castle and the quaint Devon towns of Dawlish, Teignmouth and
Totnes only a short drive away.
All you need to know: Call 01626 831510 or visit the Little Dunley Cottages website
Glan Morfa, Anglesey
The island of Anglesey has it all; with its beautiful beaches, stunning natural landscapes and charming villages, it’s a holiday destination that will leave a lasting impression. Whether you’re a couple looking for a relaxing break or a family seeking an action-packed adventure, there’s something for everybody.
Glan Morfa Lodge Retreat - awarded Green Tourism Gold status - is made up of a collection of seven stone holiday cottages and is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The resort is set within thirty-seven acres of country park and offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the wider island.
Just a short 10-minute drive from Newborough Beach and Llanddwyn Island, Glan Morfa is perfectly placed to soak up all the island's wonders. From the lovely town of Beaumaris with its awe-inspiring castle, to the delicious eateries, famous bridges and popular tourist attractions.
Glan Morfa’s cottages are stylish, modern and comfortable, equipped with all the amenities needed for a great self-catering holiday. There’s a private hot tub in Kestrel Cottage, which accommodates up to eight guests, and is perfect for larger groups looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
The cottages are also pet-friendly, so your furry friend can come along and enjoy the adventure too.
All you need to know: C all 07908 023102, email or visit the Glan Morfa Lodge Retreat website
UK Leisure Parks Lancashire
Choose a holiday home on a UK Leisure Park and you could be relaxing in familiar surroundings, chilling out, or meeting friends in a favourite pub, whilst diehards destined for the continent, are still at the airport.
All the beauty and excitement that the Northwest has to offer. Boasting some of the best walks in the UK, Lancashire and its coastline promise beaches, awe-inspiring hills and lakes. Its is a twitchers paradise, with over 300 bird species to spot.
Fell walking, fishing, boat trips and fine dining sit side by side with cosy cafes and country inns. With its breath-taking landscapes, villages, historic towns, sophisticated cities, coastline and seaside resorts, the Fylde Coast is a place of contrast and variety.
Open all year round, Oaklands Leisure Parks is just two miles from the town of Lytham, and offers a wide range of seasonal touring pitches, at the lowest rates around. Many of our parks offer waterside living and our parks close to the Fylde Coast include Willowgrove, Waters Edge, Moor Lane, Glenfield and the Smithy.
With all the buzz of a major UK city, Chester offers exclusive shopping, whilst outdoor activities abound in Cheshire, from sailing and fishing, to rambling in Delamere Forest. Oakmere Leisure Park is close to Northwich, and convenient for Chester.
All you need to know : Call 01253 88893 or visit the UK Leisure Parks website
Riverside Holiday Park, Southport and Wild Rose Holiday Park, Cumbria
Harrison Holidays has every staycation idea you can think of covered. It starts with location, and whether you are looking for coastal or countryside you will be spoilt for choice with some of the country’s finest beauty spots to pick from.
A holiday that combines the chance to explore the Victorian grandeur and sweeping beaches of Southport awaits at Riverside Holiday Park, or the shimmering landscapes of the Lake District beckon at Wild Rose Holiday Park; just some of the fabulous locations to tempt you.
You can tailor make your experience by selecting the accommodation that suits you, that could be a Glamping Hive full of all the mod-cons, or the chance to get away from it all and simply pitch up a tent. From luxury lodges to cosy cottages, Harrison Holidays has everything the staycationer is looking for.
Superb on-site facilities are a feature of every park. Swimming pools, golf courses, mini-football, games rooms, bars, splash-pad, gym and adventure playgrounds are some of the highlights to look out for. And with stunning grounds and beautiful landscaping, your holiday will start from the moment you arrive.
All you need to know: Call: , or visit Harrison Holidays website
Beverley Holidays, Devon
Situated in a stunning South Devon location overlooking the sea, Beverley Holidays in Paignton is where happy holiday memories are made. The family-run holiday park has been welcoming guests to the English Riviera’s sunny shores for 65 years.
From hot tub holiday caravans to contemporary lodges boasting views of the ocean, guests, including their dogs, can staycation in true style all year round. For those keen to sleep beneath the stars, there’s camping and touring with many of the ample-sized pitches boasting panoramic sea views.
Whether you’re seeking a fun-filled family break or a grown-up escape, its fabulous facilities offer something for everyone, whatever the weather. Splash about in the indoor pool, top up your tan beside one of two outdoor pools, plus a brand new seaside-inspired play park and mini golf course.
Its daytime activities guarantee a great time, from adrenaline-pumping thrills to sessions tailored to little ones, while our legendary entertainment line-up will wow the whole family. And not forgetting a tasty choice of eateries including its stylish Jetty Lounge, Bar & Terrace serving family favorites and sea views, or good old-fashioned fish and chips from the Catch Takeaway.
Beverley Holidays boasts a prime position on the award-winning English Riviera, home to more tourist attractions than any other seaside resort in the UK. The area also has the highest concentration of Blue Flag beaches in the country.
All you need to know: call 01803 843887, email [email protected] or visit the Beveley Holidays website