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Six budget-friendly UK getaways for your holiday bucket list
Get your cultural fix in Liverpool
Liverpool is one of the best-value weekend breaks in the UK. It’s the birthplace of The Beatles, for a start, so be sure to book yourself onto a free walking tour or check out famous sites such as Strawberry Field and the Cavern Club for yourself. If it’s more modern pop music you’re after, Liverpool will be hosting the Eurovision Song Contest in May.
Tip: the city boasts several free museums, such as Tate Liverpool and Liverpool World Museum, so you can soak up the local culture without spending a penny.
Soak up some nature in the Lake District
Whether it’s hiking the mountains and fells of Cumbria or kayaking and paddleboarding on Lake Windermere, the Lake District is brimming with things to do that are either free or cost little. There can be a lot of ground to cover (literally) in a short amount of time, so why not hop on a Stagecoach bus (unlimited daily travel from £9.50) to rest while you take in the spectacular views?
If it’s a party you’re after, music lovers won’t want to miss Kendal Calling festival. Half the price of Glastonbury, it promises a fantastic line-up and amazing street food from around the world.
Explore the Norfolk coast
With its winding coastal path and plenty of towns and villages to stop off at along the way, Norfolk is a great destination for an affordable break, whatever the weather. But it’s the summer when the county really comes to life, with miles of sandy beaches to be explored (and seals to be spotted!).
In fact, the beaches at Cromer, Sea Palling, Sheringham, Mundesley, East Runton and West Runton were all awarded Blue Flag status in 2022, making summer 2023 the perfect time to get your toes sandy.
For food, fresh seafood, fish, chips and ice cream are typically the order of the day, and Cromer is a wonderfully budget- and family-friendly place to head for bustling cafés serving cheap lunches. Don’t forget to explore its historic pier while you’re there, too. Accommodation-wise, Norfolk boasts plenty of affordable places to camp, as well as beachside B&Bs, holiday homes and caravans for hire.
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Sources: Blue Flag Beaches
Photo credit: Tate Cafe © Rachel Ryan Photography
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