{"id":91636,"date":"2026-06-09T15:37:42","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T14:37:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/?p=91636"},"modified":"2026-06-09T15:52:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T14:52:53","slug":"best-places-to-visit-in-summer-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/best-places-to-visit-in-summer-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Places to Visit in Summer in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"91636\" class=\"elementor elementor-91636\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4d8b6059 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4d8b6059\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2d7a5c45\" data-id=\"2d7a5c45\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ecf0d42 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1ecf0d42\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Summer is one of the most popular times to explore the UK, and it\u2019s clear to see why. With longer days, warmer weather and plenty of seasonal events, it\u2019s the perfect opportunity to plan a sunny staycation.<\/p><p>In fact, UK summer holidays continue to grow in popularity, with bookings increasing year on year and thousands of breaks already planned for the upcoming season. Whether you\u2019re travelling with family, whisking away as a couple or celebrating as a group, there\u2019s no shortage of places to visit in the UK in summer.<\/p><p>From lively seaside towns to tranquil countryside escapes, this guide brings together some of the best UK summer destinations based on real booking trends, helping you decide exactly where to go in summer in the UK.<\/p><p><strong>Keep reading to discover the best places to go in UK summer&#8230;\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-31629a14 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"31629a14\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-449f3fe8 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"449f3fe8\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1b7af95b\" data-id=\"1b7af95b\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-213f35f1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"213f35f1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Skip ahead to:<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#regions\">The Most Popular Regions for Summer 2026 Holidays\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#top\">The Top 10 Best Places to Visit in Summer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#map\">Map of the Top 10 Summer UK Destinations\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#why\">Why Book a Summer Holiday in the UK<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#reviews\">Summer Getaway Reviews\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#method\">Methodology<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2ca57272 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"2ca57272\" data-element_type=\"widget\" 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data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\"><h2>The Most Popular Regions for Summer 2026 Holidays\u00a0<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-81957 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Beach_1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"71\" height=\"71\" \/><\/h2><ol><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/scottish-highlands-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Highlands<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/scottish-islands-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Islands<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/northumberland-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Northumberland<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/north-wales-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">North Wales<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/dorset-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dorset<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cotswolds-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cotswolds<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/peak-district-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peak District<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cumbria-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cumbria<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/lake-district-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lake District<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/yorkshire-dales-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yorkshire Dales<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/south-wales-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South Wales<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/somerset-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Somerset<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5bc5eae9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5bc5eae9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em><strong>Continue scrolling to find out more about what makes these destinations perfect for summer&#8230;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e27850 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"2e27850\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-997d0c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"997d0c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"top\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c90ba83 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c90ba83\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>The Top 10 Best Places to Visit in Summer<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3373c48f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3373c48f\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2d99b333\" data-id=\"2d99b333\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45276967 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"45276967\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/anglesey-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anglesey<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7c718410 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"7c718410\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Anglesey.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-91690\" alt=\"Dramatic coastal cliffs and sandy beach along the Anglesey coastline in North Wales.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Anglesey.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Anglesey-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-40078b86 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"40078b86\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you\u2019re after a summer escape that blends beautiful beaches, great food and pretty island feels, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/anglesey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anglesey<\/a> is a wonderful choice in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/north-wales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">North Wales<\/a>. With miles of coastline and plenty of sunshine during the warmer months, it\u2019s the kind of place where days are best spent outdoors from morning through to sunset.<\/p><p>One of the best spots is Newborough Beach, where a enchanting forest walk leads you out onto a vast stretch of golden sand. It\u2019s perfect for a slow start to the day, whether you\u2019re walking, cycling or simply soaking up the views.<\/p><p>For families, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.angleseyseazoo.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anglesey Sea Zoo<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilipalas.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pili Palas Nature World<\/a> offer fun and interactive days out, while history lovers can explore the impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/listing\/beaumaris-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beaumaris Castle<\/a>.\u00a0If you\u2019re hoping to make the most of the coast, Traeth Benllech is another stunning beach that\u2019s ideal for swimming and relaxing in the sun.<\/p><p>Meanwhile, Rhosneigr is a hot spot for scenic walks and is home to one of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/best-beaches-in-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the best beaches in the UK<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oystercatcheranglesey.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Oyster Catcher<\/a> is a must-visit here, with its outdoor seating set right on the sand dunes, making it a marvellous spot to enjoy a drink or a laid-back meal as the sun goes down.<\/p><p>With breathtaking scenery, fantastic food spots and a slower pace of life, Anglesey is perfect for couples, families and anyone looking to truly switch off this summer time.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b94e0cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b94e0cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\">\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/North-Wales-Snowdonia-Llanfechell\/The-Farmhouse-1127832.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Farmhouse (Ref: 1127832)<\/a> | Llanfechell, Isle of Anglesey | Sleeps 6 in 3 Bedrooms with 3 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/North-Wales-Snowdonia-Llanallgo\/Y-Cwt-1167710.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Y Cwt (Ref: 1167710)<\/a> | Moelfre, Isle of Anglesey | Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 1 Bathroom | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/North-Wales-Snowdonia-Dwyran\/Cwrt-1166815.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cwrt (Ref: 1166815)<\/a> | Dwyran near Niwbwrch (Newborough), Anglesey | Sleeps 2 in 1 Bedrooms with 1 Bathroom | Pets Welcome<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-821e8cf elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"821e8cf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/anglesey-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Anglesey Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-397cae93 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"397cae93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>2. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/weymouth-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">Weymouth<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1584bf06 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1584bf06\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Weymouth.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-91689\" alt=\"Weymouth harbour and colourful houses.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Weymouth.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Weymouth-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-563e87f3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"563e87f3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/weymouth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Weymouth<\/a> is one of those classic seaside towns that should definitely be added to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/uk-summer-bucket-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UK summer bucket list<\/a>. With its wide sandy beach, vibrant atmosphere and plenty to see and do, it\u2019s ideal for family and friends looking for a traditional British break by the sea.<\/p><p>You can easily spend your mornings on the beach or exploring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitsealife.com\/weymouth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEA LIFE Weymouth<\/a>, before heading over to Bowleaze Cove for a slightly quieter spot to relax. For something more laid-back, pack a picnic and make your way to Nothe Gardens, where you\u2019ll find lovely, little green space with views across the coast.<\/p><p>There\u2019s also plenty of history woven into the town, with Sandsfoot Castle, the <a href=\"https:\/\/tudorhouseweymouth.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tudor House Museum<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weymouthmuseum.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Weymouth Museum<\/a> all offering a unique experience. As the day winds down, a stroll along Weymouth Stone Pier should definitely be on the cards, especially on a warm evening when the sea is calm and the town starts to glow!<\/p><p>Beach days, history and that unmistakable seaside charm is why Weymouth makes the list of the best places to visit in the UK this summer.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d765f9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8d765f9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\">\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/DorsetSomerset-Weymouth\/Smugglers-Cottage-1058500.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smugglers Cottage (Ref: 1058500)<\/a> | Weymouth, Dorset | Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 3 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/DorsetSomerset-Melcombe-Regis\/Grandview-1049890.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grandview (Ref: 1049890)<\/a> | Weymouth, Dorset | Sleeps 6 in 3 Bedrooms with 2 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/DorsetSomerset-Rodwell\/Waterside-994763.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waterside (Ref: 994763)<\/a> | Weymouth, Dorset| Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 2 Bathroom | Pets Welcome<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7bbc5aa elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"7bbc5aa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/weymouth-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Weymouth Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44e920a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"44e920a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/bowness-on-windermere-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">Bowness-on-Windermere<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7dcf43bf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"7dcf43bf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bowness-on-Windermere.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-91694\" alt=\"Scenic view of Bowness-on-Windermere marina with boats and Lake District hills in the background.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bowness-on-Windermere.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bowness-on-Windermere-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8cd98a4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8cd98a4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If your idea of a summer break leans more towards lakes, fresh air and slower days, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/windermere\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bowness-on-Windermere<\/a> is a perfect fit in the heart of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/lake-district\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lake District<\/a>. Perfectly positioned on the shores of Lake Windermere, it\u2019s sure to provide a splash-tastic summer for you and your loved ones.<\/p><p>You can start your day with a gentle lakeside walk before hopping on a boat cruise or trying your hand at watersports. There\u2019s something incredibly relaxing about being out on the lake, especially on a warm sunny afternoon with the dramatic mountain landscape as your backdrop.<\/p><p>Heading back into land, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/listing\/world-beatrix-potter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction<\/a> offers a nostalgic and family-friendly experience, while Brant Fell viewpoint is well worth the short climb for panoramic views across the lake. If you\u2019re after something more slow-paced, there are plenty of lakeside caf\u00e9s and pubs where you can sit outside and take it all in.<\/p><p>With Windermere village nearby and even a golf course within easy reach, this is the kind of destination where you can fill your days or do very little at all, depending on your mood.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d401ca0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d401ca0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\"><p>\u00a0<\/p><h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/><\/p><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Lake-District-Cumbria-The-Lake-District-Elleray\/Wheatlands-Cottage-1041822.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wheatlands Cottage (Ref: 1041822)<\/a> | Windermere, Lake District | Sleeps 2 in 1 Bedroom with 2 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Lake-District-Cumbria-The-Lake-District-Bowness-On-Windermere\/Silver-Howe-1041578.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Silver Howe (Ref: 1041578)<\/a> | Bowness, Lake District| Sleeps 6 in 3 Bedrooms with 3 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Lake-District-Cumbria-The-Lake-District-Bowness-On-Windermere\/Fellside-Lodge-1065820.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fellside Lodge (Ref: 1065820)<\/a> | Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District| Sleeps 6 in 3 Bedrooms with 4 Bathrooms | Pets Welcome<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c0b3fe elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"3c0b3fe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/bowness-on-windermere-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Bowness-on-Windermere Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b271c9f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5b271c9f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/beadnell-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">Beadnell<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3cb15940 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3cb15940\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Beadnell-Bay.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-91691\" alt=\"Wide sandy beach and rolling coastline at Beadnell Bay with clear blue sea.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Beadnell-Bay.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Beadnell-Bay-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f45d15 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8f45d15\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For a quieter take on a summer coastal break, Beadnell in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/northumberland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Northumberland<\/a> boasts a slower, more peaceful alternative to some of the UK\u2019s busier seaside towns. It\u2019s where you can properly switch off and enjoy the endless views of the coast.<\/p><p>The beach here is wide, open and ideal for watersports, with surfing and kitesurfing both popular on breezier days. If you\u2019re after something a little different, boat trips to the Farne Islands give you the chance to spot seals and seabirds in their natural habitat.<\/p><p>One of the best ways to spend an evening here is with something simple and relaxed. <a href=\"https:\/\/northcoastcollective.co.uk\/the-landing\/the-bae\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The BAE at Beadnell<\/a> serves up authentic pizzas from 5pm, so you can sit on the sand with good food and the sound of the sea in the background.<\/p><p>Beadnell is perfect for couples, small groups or anyone looking for a more low-key summer escape by the coast.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d1fb82 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1d1fb82\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\">\n<h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Northumbria-Northumberland-Carr-End\/Braidcarr-Cottage-1121873.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Braidcarr Cottage (Ref: 1121873)<\/a> | Seahouses, Northumberland | Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 1 Bathroom | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Northumbria-Northumberland-Craster\/Puffin-Cottage-1175140.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Puffin Cottage (Ref: 1175140)<\/a> | Craster, Northumberland | Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 2 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Northumbria-Northumberland-Beadnell\/Waters-Edge-Beadnell-Harbour-Road-1121914.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waters Edge Beadnell (Ref: 1121914)<\/a> | Beadnell, Northumberland| Sleeps 10 in 5 Bedrooms with 3 Bathrooms | Pets Welcome<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-40f4897 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"40f4897\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/beadnell-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Beadnell Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-573a05 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"573a05\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>5. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/tenby-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">Tenby<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-61a4aee9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"61a4aee9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Tenby.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-91688\" alt=\"Aerial view of Tenby harbour with colourful seaside houses and boats in Pembrokeshire.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Tenby.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Tenby-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-69729857 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"69729857\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Bright, colourful and full of life, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/tenby\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tenby<\/a> is one of the most vibrant seaside towns in the UK. In summer, this town in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/pembrokeshire-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pembrokeshire<\/a> is buzzing with energy, from the beaches to the harbour and everywhere in between.<\/p><p>North Beach is perfect for a traditional day by the sea, while South Beach offers something a little more adventurous, with caves to explore and plenty of space to wander. The town itself is just as fun to explore, with its pastel-coloured buildings, independent shops and plenty of places to grab food and drink.<\/p><p>History is never far away here either, with Tenby Castle and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/visit\/wales\/tudor-merchants-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tudor Merchant\u2019s House<\/a> both worth a visit. If you fancy a round of golf, <a href=\"https:\/\/tenbygolf.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tenby Golf Club<\/a> is great fun with stunning coastal views while you play.<\/p><p>With a train station right in the centre, it\u2019s also incredibly easy to explore nearby areas along the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/coastal-cottages-pembrokeshire.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pembrokeshire coast<\/a>. Whether you\u2019re after beach days, exploring or simply soaking up the atmosphere, Tenby delivers on all fronts and that&#8217;s why it makes it to the best UK summer destinations list.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-37f6376 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"37f6376\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\">\n<h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/South-Wales-Pembrokeshire-Tenby-Roads\/Lifeboat-Lookout-1177130.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lifeboat Lookout (Ref: 1177130)<\/a> | Tenby, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park | Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 1 Bathroom | Pets Welcome<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/South-Wales-Pembrokeshire-Tenby-Roads\/10-Brython-Place-1175123.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Brython Place (Ref: 1175123)<\/a> | Tenby, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park| Sleeps 6 in 3 Bedrooms with 3 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/South-Wales-Pembrokeshire-Tenby-Roads\/The-Nest-Brython-1124787.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Nest Brython (Ref: 1121914)<\/a> | Tenby, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park| Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 2 Bathrooms | Pets Welcome<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd4a283 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"dd4a283\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/tenby-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Tenby Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-74f0e263 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"74f0e263\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>6. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/buxton-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">Buxton<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36e89103 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"36e89103\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Buxton.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-91684\" alt=\"Aerial view of Buxton town centre with the Crescent and surrounding Peak District countryside.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Buxton.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Buxton-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-349e090d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"349e090d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/buxton\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buxton<\/a> earns its place among the best places to go in the UK in summer as somewhere a little different, combining a charming town setting with easy access to the country&#8217;s most dramatic landscapes. It\u2019s a great choice if you&#8217;re after both culture and countryside in one trip.<\/p><p>Start your day with a walk through Pavilion Gardens, especially when everything is in full bloom, before heading to <a href=\"https:\/\/buxtonoperahouse.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buxton Opera House<\/a> or the Museum and Art Gallery for a dose of history and culture.<\/p><p>From there, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/peak-district\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peak District National Park<\/a> is right on your doorstep. You can spend your afternoons exploring places like Lud\u2019s Church, The Roaches or Thor\u2019s Cave, each offering delightful adventures. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/listing\/chatsworth-house\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chatsworth House<\/a> is also within easy reach and makes for a brilliant day out.<\/p><p>With so much to explore nearby, Buxton is ideal for those who want to stay active while still having a welcoming base to return back to.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac79685 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ac79685\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\">\n<h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Peak-District-Peak-District-Derbyshire-Dales-Townend-Fm\/Shenton-Terrace-1074628.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shenton Terrace (Ref: 1074628)<\/a> | Buxton, Derbyshire | Sleeps 5 in 2 Bedrooms with 2 Bathrooms | Pets Welcome<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Peak-District-Peak-District-Derbyshire-Dales-Chapel-en-le-Frith\/Walton-House-Cottage-1074177.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Walton House Cottage (Ref: 1074177)<\/a> | Chapel-En-Le-Frith, Derbyshire| Sleeps 2 in 1 Bedroom with 1 Bathroom | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Peak-District-Cow-Low\/The-Forge-1195719.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Forge (Ref: 1195719)<\/a> | Castleton, Peak District| Sleeps 8 in 3 Bedrooms with 3 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62a3d6f elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"62a3d6f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/buxton-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Buxton Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1db84d3d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1db84d3d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>7. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/skipton-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">Skipton<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3cef268a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3cef268a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Skipton-town.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-91687\" alt=\"View of Skipton canal with narrowboats and stone buildings in the Yorkshire market town.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Skipton-town.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Skipton-town-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e6f181f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7e6f181f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/skipton\/where-to-stay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Skipton<\/a> is the kind of place that makes a summer break feel simple in the best possible way. With its canals, historic streets and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/yorkshire-dales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yorkshire Dales<\/a> on your doorstep, it\u2019s the best location for a relaxed getaway.<\/p><p>A walk along the canal is a great way to start the day, especially when the weather is warm and everything feels calm. From there, you can wander through Craven Court, a charming and historic shopping spot filled with independent stores.<\/p><p>For a bit of peace and quiet, Skipton Castle Woods offers a tranquil escape just a short walk from the town centre. And when you\u2019re ready to explore further, the Yorkshire Dales is a short journey away, boasting endless opportunities for walking, cycling and taking in the scenery.<\/p><p>Skipton is an ideal base\u00a0for those who want a mix of town and countryside without having to choose between the two.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c7b901 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4c7b901\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\">\n<h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Yorkshire-Dales-South-Town-Head\/126-Main-Street-1051683.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">126 Main Street (Ref: 1051683)<\/a> | Conoley, North Yorkshire | Sleeps 2 in 1 Bedroom with 1 Bathroom | Pets Welcome<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Lake-District-Yorkshire-Dales-South-Bank-Newton\/Squirrel-Lodge-950869.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Squirrel Lodge (Ref: 950869)<\/a> | Gargrave near Skipton, North Yorkshire| Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 2 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Lake-District-Yorkshire-Dales-South-Thorlby\/Bay-Horse-Cottage-1042331.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay Horse Cottage (Ref: 1042331)<\/a> | Skipton, Yorkshire Dales| Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 2 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19146b2 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"19146b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/skipton-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Skipton Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d0a3cc1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d0a3cc1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>8. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottages-near-bourton-on-the-water.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">Bourton-on-the-Water<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a17193b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2a17193b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bourton-on-the-Water-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-91693\" alt=\"Riverside scene with stone bridge and trees in Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bourton-on-the-Water-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bourton-on-the-Water-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7be28600 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7be28600\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you\u2019re after a slower pace this summer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/bourton-on-the-water\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bourton-on-the-Water<\/a> is hard to beat. This picturesque <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/cotswolds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cotswolds<\/a> village is all about taking things easy and enjoying your surroundings.<\/p><p>The River Windrush runs through the centre, making it great for gentle riverside walks or simply sitting back and watching the world go by. On sunny days, you\u2019ll often find people dipping their feet in the water or enjoying a picnic nearby.<\/p><p>There\u2019s plenty to explore at your own pace, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/listing\/the-model-village\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Model Village<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thedragonflymaze.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Dragonfly Maze<\/a>, both of which add a bit of fun to your stay. But really, this is a place where the charm comes from doing very little at all.<\/p><p>Ideal for family, friends, or anyone looking to unwind, Bourton-on-the-Water captures the essence of a summer escape and is easily one of the best places to visit in the UK in summer.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b99d0bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b99d0bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\">\n<h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Cotswolds-Fox-Hill-Fm\/Foxhill-Farm-Barn-1193959.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Foxhill Farm Barn (Ref: 1193959)<\/a> | Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds| Sleeps 2 in 1 Bedroom with 1 Bathroom | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Cotswolds-Gloucestershire-Lower-Slaughter\/Mill-Stream-Cottage-1091263.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mill Stream Cottage (Ref: 1091263)<\/a> | Lower Slaughter near Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds| Sleeps 6 in 3 Bedrooms with 3 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Cotswolds-Gloucestershire-Stow-on-the-Wold\/Copperbeech-1091391.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Copperbeech (Ref: 1091391)<\/a> | Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds| Sleeps 6 in 3 Bedrooms with 2 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aee79bb elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"aee79bb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottages-near-bourton-on-the-water.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Bourton-on-the-Water Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38d80220 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"38d80220\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>9. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/burnham-on-sea-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">Burnham-on-Sea<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4eb60d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4eb60d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Burnham-on-Sea.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-91695\" alt=\"Burnham-on-Sea lighthouse standing on stilts at sunset with golden skies and wet sand reflections.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Burnham-on-Sea.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Burnham-on-Sea-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75b43da5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"75b43da5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Delivering that classic British seaside experience, Burnham-on-Sea has a lively atmosphere and plenty to keep everyone entertained during the warmer months in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/somerset-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Somerset<\/a>.<\/p><p>The town\u2019s iconic lighthouse and famously short pier are well worth seeing, while Berrow Beach has a wide stretch of sand that\u2019s great for long walks and relaxing in the sun.<\/p><p>For those who enjoy a round of golf, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.burnhamandberrowgolfclub.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Burnham and Berrow Golf Club<\/a> is one of the best in the area. Back in town, you\u2019ll find plenty of places to eat, drink and enjoy the seaside atmosphere.<\/p><p>It\u2019s a great choice for families or anyone looking to enjoy a traditional getaway by the coast, helping it stand out as one of the best places to visit in the UK this summer.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff66680 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ff66680\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\"><h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/><\/p><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Somerset-Shiplate\/Acorn-1099593.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Acorn (Ref: 1099593)<\/a> | Bleadon, Somerset | Sleeps 2 in 1 Bedroom with 1 Bathroom | No Pets<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Somerset-Burnham-on-Sea\/Breaking-Waves-1054631.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Breaking Waves (Ref: 1054631)<\/a> | Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset| Sleeps 5 in 3 Bedrooms with 1 Bathroom | Pets Welcome<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/Somerset-Isleport-Fm\/Cherry-Tree-House-1132871.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cherry Tree House (Ref: 1132871)<\/a> | Highbridge, Somerset| Sleeps 9 in 5 Bedrooms with 2 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-46e0536 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"46e0536\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/burnham-on-sea-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Burnham-on-Sea Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5e82410b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5e82410b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>10. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inverness-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">Inverness<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-16b24989 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"16b24989\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Inverness.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-91686\" alt=\"Aerial view of Inverness overlooking the River Ness and historic buildings in the Scottish Highlands.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Inverness.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Inverness-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ad83cf2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6ad83cf2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Last but not least on the list, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/guides\/inverness\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inverness<\/a> stands out as one of the best places to visit in the UK in summer, offering a slightly different feel with its mix of city charm, nature and unique experiences. With longer daylight hours in Scotland, you\u2019ll have even more time to explore!<\/p><p>The River Ness makes for wonderful strolls before heading up to Inverness Castle for views across the city. If you\u2019re looking for something a bit more interactive, a scavenger hunt is a fun way to see the sights.<\/p><p>Boat trips from the area give you the chance to spot dolphins and seals, adding a real highlight to your trip. Back in the city, the Botanic Gardens offer a quaint spot to unwind, while the Saturday street markets near the Inverness Cathedral brings a lively, local feel.<\/p><p>A visit to <a href=\"https:\/\/leakeysbookshop.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Leakey\u2019s Bookshop<\/a> is a must, with its snug atmosphere and traditional fireplace making it feel like something out of a film. Inverness is perfect for those who are hoping for relaxation, exploration and something a little out of the ordinary this summer.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d2a3fd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d2a3fd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 32px 32px 32px 32px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 10px;\"><h4 id=\"highlight\"><strong>Nearby Property Recommendations<\/strong><\/h4><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-68177 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-icon-small.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/><\/p><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/The-Highlands-Inverness-Loch-Ness-Blackpark\/Core-na-bye-1130108.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Core-na-bye (Ref: 1130108)<\/a> | Inverness, The Highlands | Sleeps 2 in 1 Bedroom with 1 Bathroom | Pets Welcome<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/The-Highlands-Ross-shire-Craigdarroch\/Stone-Water-Cottage-904198.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stone Water Cottage (Ref: 904198)<\/a> | Strathpeffer, Highland | Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 1 Bathroom | Pets Welcome<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottage\/The-Highlands-Ross-shire-Lambton\/Reyflat-Barn-1149453.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reyflat Barn (Ref: 1149453)<\/a> | Rosemarkie, Highlands| Sleeps 4 in 2 Bedrooms with 2 Bathrooms | No Pets<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0fa0e0 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"c0fa0e0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inverness-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Browse All Inverness Cottages<strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c6796d6 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"c6796d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4224cc13 elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"4224cc13\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"map\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d84e3eb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d84e3eb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Map of the Top 10 Summer UK Destinations<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c110c02 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6c110c02\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/1\/embed?mid=1UgfFJzH8SXM2sBBieFoffH0AfOwNor8&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49bd63d5 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"49bd63d5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f21b7e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"6f21b7e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"why\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71ef4e5e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"71ef4e5e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Book a Summer Holiday in the UK?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c19cd21 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3c19cd21\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>There\u2019s something memorable about summer in the UK that makes it one of the best times of year to travel. From spontaneous beach days to long evenings spent outdoors, it\u2019s a season that naturally encourages you to slow down and make the most of your surroundings.<\/p><p>One of the biggest advantages is the array of activities on offer. You can spend one day relaxing on the beach and the next exploring countryside trails or visiting local attractions. Many of the best places to visit in summer in the UK really come to life during this time, with events, markets and outdoor dining adding to the atmosphere.<\/p><p>For families, the school holidays make it easier to plan longer breaks, while couples and groups can take advantage of the better weather and extended daylight hours. It\u2019s also often a much more flexible and convenient option <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/staycation-vs-abroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">staying in the UK compared to travelling abroad<\/a>, with no need for flights or long airport queues.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re wondering where to holiday in the UK in August or planning ahead for peak season, summer offers the perfect balance of relaxation, adventures and special moments.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-135adfa4 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"135adfa4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b7275f4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"7b7275f4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"reviews\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6fb91a31 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6fb91a31\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Summer Getaway Reviews<\/h2><p data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3627\">Don\u2019t just take our word for it, here\u2019s what our guests have said about their UK summer breaks&#8230;<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7b76b804 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7b76b804\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fb86f15\" data-id=\"fb86f15\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e54bce3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"4e54bce3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius:8px; padding:18px; margin-bottom:18px; max-width:400px;\">\r\n  <div style=\"font-size:22px; color:#00b67a;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/div>\r\n  <h4 style=\"margin:12px 0 6px 0; color:#333;\">Lovely property in a great location<\/h4>\r\n  <p style=\"margin:8px 0 8px 0; font-style:italic;\">\r\n    \"The property has a superb location on the coast to coast route with great walking in all directions. The apartment itself is well equipped with a powerful hot shower and very comfortable beds. Log effect gas fire heats is effective and easy to use.\r\nIn summer you can swim in the river at the bottom of the garden.\r\nThe owner is very friendly and knows a lot about the area. Keld itself is a truly picturesque little village.\r\nA great place to stay!\"\r\n  <\/p>\r\n  <p style=\"margin:0; color:#666;\">- D Thresh, April 2026<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.trustpilot.com\/reviews\/69f204a9d539f73bb3df071e\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"text-decoration:underline; color:#00b67a;\">\r\n    View on Trustpilot\r\n  <\/a>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2ed3dcc5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"2ed3dcc5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius:8px; padding:18px; margin-bottom:18px; max-width:400px;\">\r\n  <div style=\"font-size:22px; color:#00b67a;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/div>\r\n  <h4 style=\"margin:12px 0 6px 0; color:#333;\">Weeks summer holiday<\/h4>\r\n  <p style=\"margin:8px 0 8px 0; font-style:italic;\">\r\n    \"Booking was easy and the property was exactly as described\r\n\r\n\r\n\"\r\n  <\/p>\r\n  <p style=\"margin:0; color:#666;\">- Mr Neil Jukes, Aug 2025<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.trustpilot.com\/reviews\/68af470560ed22b9a315f1a2\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"text-decoration:underline; color:#00b67a;\">\r\n    View on Trustpilot\r\n  <\/a>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-38f3d283\" data-id=\"38f3d283\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e44961c elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"4e44961c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius:8px; padding:18px; margin-bottom:18px; max-width:400px;\">\r\n  <div style=\"font-size:22px; color:#00b67a;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/div>\r\n  <h4 style=\"margin:12px 0 6px 0; color:#333;\">A gem of a place<\/h4>\r\n  <p style=\"margin:8px 0 8px 0; font-style:italic;\">\r\n    \"This was our second stay in this sweet little cottage. It is very well equipped and had everything we needed. The hosts were helpful and responsive, ensuring we had checked in ok and making sure we were happy. The bathroom is fantastic, spacious and with a great walk in shower. We stayed in the summer but I can imagine it would be wonderfully cosy in the winter too\"\r\n  <\/p>\r\n  <p style=\"margin:0; color:#666;\">- Alice Fattorini, Aug 2025<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.trustpilot.com\/reviews\/689a0ac607ae77b5746f7571\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"text-decoration:underline; color:#00b67a;\">\r\n    View on Trustpilot\r\n  <\/a>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e70aa08 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"4e70aa08\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius:8px; padding:18px; margin-bottom:18px; max-width:400px;\">\r\n  <div style=\"font-size:22px; color:#00b67a;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/div>\r\n  <h4 style=\"margin:12px 0 6px 0; color:#333;\">Summer holiday.<\/h4>\r\n  <p style=\"margin:8px 0 8px 0; font-style:italic;\">\r\n    \"Used Sykes many times over the last 15 years.\r\nAlways very helpful and friendly.\"\r\n  <\/p>\r\n  <p style=\"margin:0; color:#666;\">- Alexander, Jan 2025<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.trustpilot.com\/reviews\/678935967b0f359974d69da9\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"text-decoration:underline; color:#00b67a;\">\r\n    View on Trustpilot\r\n  <\/a>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-49d63a80 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"49d63a80\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4bb6031\" data-id=\"4bb6031\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-254ec87e elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"254ec87e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/uk.trustpilot.com\/review\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Read More Trustpilot Reviews >> <\/strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70d5c72c elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"70d5c72c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4ec2b88b elementor-widget elementor-widget-menu-anchor\" data-id=\"4ec2b88b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"menu-anchor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-menu-anchor\" id=\"method\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36b86f33 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"36b86f33\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Methodology<\/h2><p>Data insights from this article have been taken from Sykes Holiday Cottages internal booking data from 2024, 2025, and 2026. The top destinations have been selected from the towns with the most bookings based on the regions with the highest bookings per property.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4ee13316 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"4ee13316\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottages-for-summer.html\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><strong>Book Your Summer Holiday Break Today!<\/strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-117ddbe elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"117ddbe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-umbrella-beach\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1bfe2cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1bfe2cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Did any of the best UK summer destinations <\/strong><strong>steal your heart? Begin your summer staycation in the UK today by booking one of these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/cottages-for-summer.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">summer holiday cottages<\/a>! <\/strong><strong>If you&#8217;re hoping for a taste of paradise this summertime, be sure to check out all of these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/9-uk-most-exotic-beaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UK exotic beaches<\/a> too, before <\/strong><strong>using our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/inspiration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inspire Travel Guide<\/a> to help plan the perfect stay.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is one of the most popular times to explore the UK, and it\u2019s clear to see why. With longer days, warmer weather and plenty of seasonal events, it\u2019s the perfect opportunity to plan a sunny staycation. In fact, UK summer holidays continue to grow in popularity, with bookings increasing year on year and thousands [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":191,"featured_media":91717,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[183],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-91636","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/91636","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/191"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=91636"}],"version-history":[{"count":275,"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/91636\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":92031,"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/91636\/revisions\/92031"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/91717"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=91636"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=91636"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sykescottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=91636"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}