The UK is full of beautiful, magical and breath-taking places to visit. You just have to know where to find them.
Take a look at our favorite views and places to visit around the UK – we’ve even checked if they’re open with Covid measures to help you plan your next trip!
Minack Theatre, Porthcurno, Cornwall, England
Overlooking a turquoise sea, you’d be forgiven for thinking this gem sits in the Mediterranean instead of Cornwall. As a unique open air theatre, they are still open, having made amendments for Covid. You can even check out what it looks like right now with their live stream!
Pedn Vounder Beach, Cornwall, England
Found in Porthcurno in West Cornwall, this stunning beach can only be accessed by a fairly steep cliff path. You might also recognize the scenery from the BBC’s Poldark. It’s also a known naturist/nudist beach.
Portmeirion, Gwynedd, Wales
This stunningly picturesque village was designed by a Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis with the vision of showing how a naturally beautiful location could be developed without spoiling it. Portmeirion is open with Covid restrictions in place. There’s only a few smaller shops and cafes that aren’t able to open. You can even watch their live stream.
Sgwd yr Eira, Brecon Beacons, Wales
Meaning ‘snow waterfall’ in Welsh, this beautiful 50-foot waterfall can be found during a 3-hour walk. With a secret footpath behind the falls, you should take your waterproofs to fully explore this wonder!
Fairy Pools, Isle of Skye, Scotland
Walking alongside crystal clear waters, you might be transported into a fairytale with these picturesque waterfalls and pools. Those brave enough may even dare a dip!
Old Man of Storr, Isle of Skye, Scotland
Seeing the Old Man of Storr is probably the most iconic and breath-taking walk on the Isle of Skye. The walk covers a distance of 3.8km, taking the average walker about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland
Nestled in rolling hills and surrounded by waterfalls, Portree Harbour features quaint colourful cottages. With plenty of places to eat and drink, the harbour is open for business.
Kilchurn Castle in Loch Awe, Scotland
Surrounded by hills and sitting on a loch, Kilchurn castle is one of the most photographed castles in Scotland. It’s quite clear to see why! The castle only opens for visitors between April and September, but you can still explore the surrounding area.
Dark Hedges, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
Straight out of Little Red Riding Hood, this spooky passageway of beech trees is one of the most photographed scenic spots in Northern Ireland. It has even been used as a location spot for the King’s Road in Game of Thrones.
Durdle door, Dorset, England
An iconic landmark of Dorset, it’s one of the most photographed UK landmarks and part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Access to the beach is via 143 large, but steep steps.
Staithes, North Yorkshire, England
Clinging to a hillside, Staithes features winding cobbled streets and cottages. Explore the local coastal trails along what’s otherwise known as the Dinosaur Coast where you might find a fossil!
Lake Windermere, Lake District, Cumbria, England
As the UK’s largest natural lake in England, it’s expanse is impressive. Surrounded by pretty towns and villages, it’s a great place to explore.
Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England
Arguably the best known prehistoric monument in Europe, Stonehenge is still open with Covid restrictions in place, so you might need to book ahead.
Hadrian’s Wall, England
Discover the remains of Roman life along Hadrian’s Wall which stretches 73 miles across England from coast to coast. Limits on visitor numbers may apply, so it’s worth booking in advance if you’re visiting a specific location.
Southwold, Suffolk, England
With a beach-hut lined seafront, quaint pier and beautiful town, you might be hard-pressed to find a more British seaside town. It’s also home to the Adnams Brewery, where you can take a tour including a tasting. Pre-booking is a must as Covid restrictions are in place.
Giants Causeway, Northern Ireland
Giants Causeway is made up of over 400,000 black polygonal shaped basalt columns that protrude from the sea. Created from an ancient volcanic eruption, local legends describe the causeway as being the remains of a bridge made by giants to connect Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Seven Sisters White Cliffs, Sussex, England
The Seven Sisters are chalk cliffs that are gradually being eroded by the sea. You can still explore the area but the local visitor centre and toilets remain closed due to Covid.
Cairngorms National Park, Scotland
With pure Scottish beauty for miles, there’s plenty of paths, trails and adventures waiting in the Cairngorms. It’s no wonder it’s been voted as one of the top 20 places to visit in the world by National Geographic.
Skomer Island, Wales
Hundreds of puffins, seals and seabirds call Skomer Island home. Take a day-trip, or spend the night on this unique island less than a mile off Pembrokeshire coast.
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Castle Combe, The Cotswolds, Wiltshire, England
Deemed an area of natural beauty, Castle Combe has plenty of quaint cottages with stone walls and pubs with roaring fires to help you step back in time.
Haworth, Yorkshire, England
Surrounded by mystical and rugged moors, Haworth is the epitome of Emily Bronte’s Wuthering Heights. Filled with craft shops and charming tea shops there are some fantastic walking trails and even an old railway station to explore.
