With rising inflation and energy bill increases to contend with, as well as flight prices rising due to fuel costs, many people are looking at cheaper alternatives to their foreign holidays. While UK breaks might not guarantee the sunshine, there are some beautiful places in Britain to explore and plenty of adventures to enjoy without boarding a plane.

Whether you are looking for a destination where you can access some great cycle routes or you fancy trying some watersports, these are some of the top places for adventure holidays in the UK:

Lake District

The Lake District is a very popular destination for UK holidaymakers who want to be surrounded by nature. Bowness-on-Windermere is the busiest area of the Lake District, with lots of opportunities to try watersports such as windsurfing, kayaking and jet skiing. However, if you are looking for somewhere a bit quieter, places such as Ullswater and Derwentwater might be a better option. These areas are a top choice for hikers, with some picturesque walks for all abilities.

Snowdonia

Snowdonia in Wales is a haven for fun adventures, from scaling Snowdon for breathtaking views, to the adrenalin pumping experience of braving the world’s fastest zip line. Mountain biking enthusiasts can put themselves through their paces on some of the best mountain bike trails in the UK. There are also plenty of lakes in the area to sail, swim or row in, and there is even a man-made inland surf lagoon.

Cornwall

For surfers, there is nowhere better to head for a UK adventure than Cornwall, where there is a huge choice of beaches with powerful waves. Porthleven and Fistral Beach are top surf destinations, while Croyde in North Devon is not too far to travel to from Cornwall, for surfers who are looking to try some different spots. As well as having great waves, Cornwall is one of the most stunning areas of the UK and the Cornish Coastal Path is the perfect route for a picturesque hike.

Scotland

There are lots of possibilities for outdoors adventures north of the border, with watersports on lakes such as Loch Ness, diving in Orkney or mountain climbing at Ben Nevis amongst the options. In Scotland you are never too far away from some tranquil, scenic space, so you can enjoy the amenities of the city in places like Edinburgh, while having the opportunity to explore nature a short drive, cycle or train journey away.

Island hopping in the Outer Hebrides offers a unique type of adventure holiday, while there are locations easier to access such as skiing and snowboarding in the Highlands. The Scottish Highlands are also a popular destination for cycling, as well as hiking and watersports.

Adventure holidays in the UK are not only a cheaper option to travelling abroad but are also good for the soul. A week of fun activities and spending time immersed in natural beauty boosts wellbeing and it beats going through airport chaos and flight delays!

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