United Kingdom Family Travels

The UK should be firmly in anyone’s travel plans for the pure fact alone that it has such a mind-boggling history. You can see buildings from 3700 BC, castles and stately homes such as Highclere Castle made famous by Downtown Abbey and iconic landmarks in London such as Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London.

But if history is not your thing, you can also get outdoors and visit beautiful national parks such as the Peak District or the Lake District. You can see peninsulas and bays, islands and lakes (or lochs in Scotland where you might catch a glimpse of the Loch Ness Monster). We have Jurassic and heritage coastlines. We have mountains (with ski resorts!) and peaks, hills and dales.

And after all this, why not sit back and relax in a quaint British pub with a craft beer from a local distillery while enjoying your meal of locally sourced produce? Even the pubs are old with the oldest having served beer since 570!

Rows of Lavender plants at the Hitchin Lavender Farm

Where to find the best lavender fields in England

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Most people think of Provence when they think of lavender fields but the UK has its fair share of lavender fields these days and they are growing in number and popularity each year. Here is our pick of the best English lavender farms to enjoy a day out amongst the lavender.
Rows of purple lavender at the Hitchin Lavender Farm

How to have a beautiful day out visiting the Hitchin Lavender Farm

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Lavender was introduced to the United Kingdom during Roman times but farming lavender is actually relatively new to the British agricultural scene. Lavender fields are growing hugely in popularity in the UK now though with Hitchin Lavender Farm being one of the best in the country.
Studying the guidebook at the Tower of London

Using the Klook App to book your UK activities | A review by Flashpacking Family

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Klook UK has recently launched in the UK and is an easy to use activity booking platform. You can book on their website or on their app often with great discounts, but the benefits of using the Klook app is that you have all your attraction tickets stored in one easily-accessible place.
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London Luton Airport Hotels with Free Parking

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Did you know that there are Luton Airport hotels with free parking? We didn't until recently so in case you also didn't know and are thinking of flying from Luton airport, here's a complete guide to these hotels near Luton airport so you can decide whether a Luton airport hotel and parking package is right for you.
Colourful beach huts at Wells next the Sea beach

The best Norfolk beaches according to a local

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The North Norfolk Coast is home to some of the best beaches in the country. Come and explore the miles of sandy beaches. Delight at the colourful beach huts or sightings of seal pups. Comb the beaches for Jurassic fossils and then enjoy a well-deserved meal in a country pub in one of the many quaint villages.
Butlins Minehead Go Karting

14 Cheaper alternatives to Center Parcs that won't break the bank

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Center Parcs is a big favourite amongst people seeking action-packed, fun-filled UK family holidays but it can come at a cost, especially if you're tied to going during the school holidays. If Center Parcs is out of your budget, the great news is that there are so many cheaper alternatives to Center Parcs offering a similar experience that won't break the bank.
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The 10 Best Family Holiday Destinations for 2020

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Looking for family holiday ideas for your 2020 family travels? Look no further! We've pulled together a list of the ten best family holiday destinations for 2020 to help you narrow down your search. Most destinations these days are easy to travel to with a family, but these ones stand out as being exceptionally family-friendly.

The 13 most magical things to do at Christmas in London with kids

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Christmas is such a magical time of year, especially for children and it's when London really does excel as a child-friendly city. Of course, there are always great things to do in London with kids, but London at Christmas is very special. We've listed 13 great things to do in London with kids this Christmas so that you can enjoy the most magical festive season in London.
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The Best Christmas Markets in Europe

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Christmas is such a magical time of year and what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than visiting one of the best Christmas markets in Europe? With so many to choose from, it can get confusing, but our comprehensive guide to the best Christmas markets in Europe will help you choose the right one.
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Free things to do in London with kids

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Visiting London with kids is an insanely cool thing to do. It can also be insanely expensive if you visit all of the major London attractions.  But did you know that there are also an incredible amount of free things to do in London with kids? This guide to our top 15 free things to do in London will help you plan your days well and keep your daily spend on sightseeing to a minimum.