{"id":37730,"date":"2024-05-09T14:50:58","date_gmt":"2024-05-09T13:50:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/?p=37730"},"modified":"2024-05-09T17:15:48","modified_gmt":"2024-05-09T16:15:48","slug":"complete-your-summer-bucket-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do\/complete-your-summer-bucket-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover things to do this summer with the ultimate UK Summer Bucket List!"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">The summer season in the UK may have been hit-and-miss so far (as it often is), but it&#8217;s not like us to let the weather dampen our spirits! Experts at making the most of it, you&#8217;ll find Brits at summer festivals and eating ice cream whatever the weather.<\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">In case you&#8217;ve lost track of your Summer Bucket List, check out ours below.<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do\/britains-best-theme-parks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>Visit an amusement park<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37288 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN326-RAW.jpg\" alt=\"Shrek's Adventure\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN326-RAW.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN326-RAW-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN326-RAW-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN326-RAW-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>Is there anything better than the thrill of a theme park? When it comes to exhilarating theme park experiences, it doesn\u2019t get much more exciting than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.altontowers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Alton Towers<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>. With over 40 thrilling rides for all ages, there\u2019s something for everyone to enjoy. Adrenaline seekers should head straight to \u2018Wicker Man\u2019 or the haunting \u2018The Curse of Alton Towers\u2019.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Concerned about the weather? There are plenty of indoor theme parks like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shreksadventure.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Shrek&#8217;s Adventure<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> on hand to provide entertainment for all ages. With over 10 fairytale-themed live shows to get involved in, you\u2019re certainly in for an unforgettable day. You\u2019ll begin with the 4D Flying Magic Bus before stopping off at The Swamp, the Poison Apple Pub, Farquaad\u2019s Dungeon, and many other locations from the DreamWorks movie.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/421\/London-Central-Waterloo-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0914.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/342\/London-Central-Southwark-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0920.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=SE1%207PB&amp;sb=1\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Attend a festival (come rain or shine)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37737 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rainy-festival.jpg\" alt=\"Festival\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rainy-festival.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rainy-festival-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rainy-festival-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rainy-festival-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>Festivals are one of the highlights of British summer and even a bit of drizzle can&#8217;t spoil the enjoyment of live entertainment. Don&#8217;t fret if you haven&#8217;t bought tickets yet, there are lots of festivals taking place during the backend of summer including <a href=\"https:\/\/shropshire.campbestival.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Camp Bestival Shropshire<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creamfieldsnorth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Creamfields North<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.readingandleedsfestival.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Reading &amp; Leeds<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>. Ensure to pack your wellies and rain mac then you&#8217;ll be good to go!<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/64\/Reading-Central-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0751.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/63\/Reading-Whitley-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0710.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=Reading&amp;sb=0\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Picnic with a view<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37734 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Parliment-Hill-London.jpg\" alt=\"Parliament Hill London\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Parliment-Hill-London.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Parliment-Hill-London-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Parliment-Hill-London-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Parliment-Hill-London-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>Embarking on a picnic adventure to Parliament Hill in London promises a memorable experience with iconic cityscape views. Nestled in Hampstead Heath, this parkland offers respite from the urban bustle. As you spread out your picnic blanket, the sweeping panorama of the London skyline unfolds before you, featuring landmarks like the Houses of Parliament and the Shard. The lush green surroundings, fresh breeze and the chance to relax in the beauty of both nature and architecture make Parliament Hill an ideal destination for a summer picnic.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/610\/London-Finsbury-Park-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0877.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/344\/London-Central-Euston-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0912.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=NW5%201QR&amp;sb=0\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/short-breaks\/beach-breaks\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">beach<\/a> day<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36887 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/bournemouth-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/bournemouth-3.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/bournemouth-3-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/bournemouth-3-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/bournemouth-3-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>The coastal resort town of Bournemouth is the perfect place for a beach day with seven miles of award-winning Blue Flag beaches \u2013 Alum Chine, Durley Chine, Fisherman\u2019s Walk, Manor Steps and Southbourne. With stunning scenery, fabulous walks, great food and buzzing nightlife, it\u2019s no wonder locals call it the \u2018coast with the most.\u2019 Nestled beneath a magnificent cliff line, the bay enjoys its own micro-climate, some of the warmest sea temperatures in the UK and stunning views of the Isle of Wight and the Purbecks.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/404\/Bournemouth-Seafront-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0837.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/267\/Bournemouth-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0721.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=Bournemouth&amp;sb=0\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Take a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do\/6-scenic-drives-summer-road-trip\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">road trip<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37446 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Peak-District.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Peak-District.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Peak-District-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Peak-District-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Peak-District-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>What&#8217;s a Summer Bucket List without a road trip? Here in the UK, you&#8217;ll find some of the most scenic drives across the globe on offer. There&#8217;s nothing quite like travelling from place to place taking in the scenery as you go. From the breathtaking Scottish Highlands to the iconic structures of Cheddar Gorge, there&#8217;s a British road trip to delight everyone.<\/h4>\n<div class=\"blog-quote\" style=\"background-color: #00407d; border: 1px solid #ffffff;\">\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do\/6-scenic-drives-summer-road-trip\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Looking for road trip inspo? Check out our blog 6 scenic drives for your summer road trip<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Open-air cinema or theatre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37316 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN331-RAW.jpg\" alt=\"Regents Park Open Air Theatre\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN331-RAW.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN331-RAW-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN331-RAW-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LDN331-RAW-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>There&#8217;s something so magical about settling in for a movie or theatre performance out in the open air. Established in 1932, <a href=\"https:\/\/openairtheatre.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Regent&#8217;s Park Open Air Theatre<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> boasts an impressive capacity of 1,240 seats, making it one of London\u2019s largest theatres. Over the summer there are many events happening here, from children&#8217;s musicals to big-screen cinema showings. This is an absolute must for your Summer Bucket List!<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/312\/London-Central-Marylebone-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0782.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/344\/London-Central-Euston-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0912.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=Regents%20Park&amp;sb=0\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Visit a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/quizzes\/quiz-how-well-do-you-know-these-popular-uk-landmarks\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">historical landmark<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">From ancient structures to modern marvels, the UK is brimming with historic landmarks which have captured visitors from all over the globe. Try our quiz to find out which famous UK landmarks you could do with getting to know better.<\/h4>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; height: 500px;\" data-tf-widget=\"LJgTGrJV\" data-tf-opacity=\"100\" data-tf-iframe-props=\"title=QUIZ: How well do you know these popular UK landmarks?\" data-tf-transitive-search-params=\"\" data-tf-medium=\"snippet\" data-tf-hidden=\"id=\"><\/div>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/embed.typeform.com\/next\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Have an ice cream<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37732 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Ice-cream-festival.jpg\" alt=\"Covent Garden Ice Cream Festival\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Ice-cream-festival.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Ice-cream-festival-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Ice-cream-festival-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Ice-cream-festival-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>This summer, there&#8217;s no cooler place to be than the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coventgarden.london\/press-centre\/press-listing\/chilled-to-perfection-covent-garden-s-annual-ice-cream-festival-the-cool-down-returns-this-august-bank-holiday-weekend\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Covent Garden Ice Cream Festival<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>! Over 40 varieties of sundaes, sorbets, frozen drinks and gelato will be on offer across 35 locations, and there\u2019s nothing vanilla about them. Expect sundaes made with freshly baked biscotti, ice cream macarons and flavours including basil, honeycomb, and lavender. There\u2019ll be endless scoops of vegan options on offer, including sour cherry, hibiscus sorbet and coconut faux creme. If you fancy a tipple, be sure to get your hands on a damson and sloe gin flavoured ice cream, an Aperol spritz lolly or even a frozen cocktail!<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/318\/London-Central-Covent-Garden-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0783.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/270\/London-Central-Farringdon-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0789.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=Covent%20Garden&amp;sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Go on a boat ride<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-35116 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Orwell-River-Ipswich.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Orwell-River-Ipswich.jpg 750w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Orwell-River-Ipswich-250x166.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Orwell-River-Ipswich-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Orwell-River-Ipswich-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Orwell-River-Ipswich-480x319.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/>Nothing beats the feeling of getting out on the water during the summer months. In Ipswich, family-owned business <a href=\"https:\/\/orwelllady.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Orwell Lady<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> offers guests a fantastic boat experience along one of England&#8217;s most historic rivers. Relax and absorb the stunning sights from the open-top viewing deck, or if you\u2019d like some shelter, there is a fully enclosed lower deck with panoramic viewing windows to ensure you don\u2019t miss a thing.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/558\/Ipswich-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0674.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/700\/Ipswich-Central-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB2014.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=IP4%201QJ&amp;sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Explore somewhere new<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37735 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Bradford.jpg\" alt=\"Bradford UK\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Bradford.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Bradford-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Bradford-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Bradford-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>Britain is filled with treasures to uncover, often in places you wouldn&#8217;t think to look. Did you know Bradford is the UK&#8217;s upcoming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do\/top-5-reasons-visit-bradford-uks-upcoming-city-culture-2025\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">City of Culture 2025<\/a>? In this city, you may be surprised to find rolling hills with lush greenery, as well as an incredible array of universal cuisine. Voted the Curry Capital of the UK 6 years in a row, Bradford loves to celebrate its cultural diversity.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/545\/Bradford-Central-hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0367.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/117\/Bradford-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0321.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do\/britains-top-10-zoos-wildlife-parks\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Visit a zoo<\/a> or wildlife reserve<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37319 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CWL003-RAW.jpg\" alt=\"The Monkey Sanctuary Cornwall\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CWL003-RAW.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CWL003-RAW-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CWL003-RAW-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CWL003-RAW-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>A trip to the zoo is an exciting adventure for all ages, with the opportunity to see animals from far and wide right on your doorstep. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monkeysanctuary.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Monkey Sanctuary in Cornwall<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> is an experience you cannot miss. With 40 primates in their care, you can learn all about the work they do to protect these incredible animals. Recovery after the Covid-19 pandemic has been long and difficult for the Monkey Sanctuary so they are extremely grateful for public support at the moment.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/96\/Saltash-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0812.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/251\/Plymouth-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0824.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=PL13%201NZ&amp;sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Play games on the pier<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36964 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Brighton-Festival.jpg\" alt=\"Brighton Festival\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Brighton-Festival.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Brighton-Festival-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Brighton-Festival-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Brighton-Festival-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>Spending hours in the arcade, eating mini doughnuts and riding the waltzers on the pier encapsulates summertime in the UK. The iconic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightonpier.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Brighton Palace Pier<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> with its helter-skelter and arcade games is British seaside charm in all its glory! So grab your friends and family, head to Brighton and prepare to have the time of your life. What will you do first, ride the log flume or try your luck on the 2p machines?<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/356\/Brighton-Seafront-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0953.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/18\/Brighton-hotel?sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0720.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=Brighton&amp;sb=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Learn something new<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37544 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LDN188-RAW.jpg\" alt=\"Wallace Collection London\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LDN188-RAW.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LDN188-RAW-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LDN188-RAW-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LDN188-RAW-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>Keep your brain active and soak up some culture at one of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/destination-guides\/london\/free-museums-galleries\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">London&#8217;s free museums and galleries<\/a>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallacecollection.org\/explore\/collection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Wallace Collection<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> is decked out with masterpieces by big shots of the art world and boasts one of the finest collections of 18th-century French paintings. Got little ones with you? No worries! The Wallace Collection\u2019s got a spot where kids can try on armour and play around. They even host fun exhibitions and workshops led by artists!<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay nearby<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/312\/London-Central-Marylebone-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0782.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/344\/London-Central-Euston-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0912.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=W1U%203BN&amp;sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/quizzes\/discover-your-uk-staycation\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>Take a staycation<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37733 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Staycation-UK.jpg\" alt=\"Staycation UK\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Staycation-UK.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Staycation-UK-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Staycation-UK-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Staycation-UK-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>From countryside retreats and beach breaks to staycations in the city, the UK has it all. Every summer thousands of Brits flock to the beaches (for good reason), but if you fancy something a little different, discover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do\/explore-britains-10-best-summer-city-breaks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Britain&#8217;s 10 best summer city breaks<\/a>.<\/h4>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/destinations\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search destinations<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The summer season in the UK may have been hit-and-miss so far (as it often is), but it&#8217;s not like us to let the weather dampen our spirits! Experts at making the most of it, you&#8217;ll find Brits at summer festivals and eating ice cream whatever the weather. 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