Weekend breaks in the UK

According to psychologists, taking a few short breaks or weekends away throughout the year will make you happier than one long annual holiday. It’s all to do with making happy memories and, let’s face it, a few weekends away will enable you to collect memories by the bucket-load.

For a weekend away at the seaside, don’t just consider the obvious pier destinations of Blackpool and Brighton. There are many other British gems – including Dorset and Devon. If it’s an activity break that you’re after, then why not go sea-kayaking in Scotland, kite-surfing in Cornwall or climbing in the Peak District?

To pack the most into your precious time off work, we suggest a city break. With so much to see and do, it’s hard to resist the pull of the bright lights. From London to Edinburgh, Cardiff or Chester, it’s possible to cram superb shopping, outstanding museums and galleries, and of course great eateries all into a few days.

Below are some of Britain’s best locations for a weekend break, in alphabetical order. Scroll through and find plan your perfect weekend trip today.