Planning a road trip but haven’t got yourself a Motorhome yet? What are you waiting for? Now’s your chance to find a motorhome for sale now and hit the road! Motorhomes offer comfort and luxury like no other. Be it a solo trip or a group one, motorhomes have got you covered. In fact, you can even find 3 berth Motorhomes for group trips. Nevertheless, once you get that step out of the way, comes the most important question. Where do you plan your next trip to? To aid you in picking the right place for your next exciting adventure, this article is going to list 7 of the best motorhome holiday destinations in the UK.
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Lake District
If you’re someone who doesn’t always like compiling a detailed itinerary before your trip, Lake district is the place for you. With miles and miles of beautiful scenery to explore and pretty towns and villages to discover, it is an ideal holiday destination for caravans and motorhomes.
The best thing about the Lake District is that you can just lace up your walking boots and head out. You don’t need a “things-to-do” list if you don’t want one; one could never get bored amidst all the natural beauty the place has to offer.
A Stopover at Keswick is a must for a genuinely authentic Lake District experience. It is a market town where Beatrix Potter is known to have drawn inspiration from and given the breathtaking mountain and river surroundings, it’s easy to see why.
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Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-upon-Avon, home to undoubtedly Britain’s greatest playwright, William Shakespeare, is a fantastic pick for theatre enthusiasts. It is a historic market town in England’s West Midlands with an “Old England” ambiance owing to the Tudor-style buildings that line the main streets.
You can take a tour of Shakespeare’s birthplace, his main residence, Hall’s Croft (the home of his daughter), as well as Anne Hathaway’s cottage (the childhood home of his wife). This, however, is not all that the town has to offer. Another bucket list-worthy thing in this town is the Stratford Town Ghost Walk. Discover Stratford’s most haunted places, from theatre ghosts to witches, on a the infamous tour, that takes place every Saturday evening.
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Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye enchants every visitor with its rich history, attractive landscape, and stunning ruins. It is the largest of the Inner Hebrides and home to some of Scotland’s most iconic views, including The Old Man of Storr, the Quiraing, and the Cuillin.
Skye is full of history. History buffs can spend their time learning about clan feuds, Jacobite wars, and the destruction of crofting communities during the Highland Clearances. The local myths and tales, along with the allure of nature, make the island appear to be surreal.
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The Cornish Riviera
For millennia, the world’s third deepest natural port welcomed commercial and military vessels, and in the last 70 years, it witnessed historic departures, including D-Day troops destined for Normandy. The “Cornish Riviera” refers to the stretch of south Cornwall between Gribben Head to Black Head, which encompasses St Austell Bay and the towns and beaches on each side. St. Agnes, a picturesque and bustling community on Cornwall’s north coast, has some of the nicest beaches in the county, making it one of the best places to drive in Cornwall. Furthermore, with the Cornish Riviera being accommodating to almost any vehicle imaginable, you’ll be able to easily park your motorhome or camper in several places.
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Forest of Dean
The Forest of Dean, in the Cotswolds, is full of forested hillsides, rocky outcrops, and pristine villages. This ancient forest has seen numerous transformations over the decades, from a royal hunting forest in mediaeval times to a source of timber for the navy’s Tudor warships. It had become a major industrial hub by the Victorian era, with coal mining and tramways scattering the landscape. The breath-taking landscapes and spectacular scenery, bordered on the southeast by the River Severn and on the southwest by the river Wye, has over the years inspired numerous artists, craftspeople, inventors, poets, and playwrights, as well as the countless visitors who year after year find their way back.
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The Cambrian Way
The Cambrian Way is a 185-mile-long (300-kilometre-long) journey from coast to coast along Wales’ hilly ridge. It is one of three iconic routes on the Wales Way, connecting the Victorian town of Llandudno to the capital city of Cardiff, slithering its way through two National Parks, Snowdonia, and the Brecon Beacons, with the Cambrian Mountains in between. One this route, you can explore the charming villages as well as engage in the thrilling zip-lining and underground activities. In addition, there are long-distance walking, cycling, and horseback riding paths that connect with the Wales Coast Path and Offa’s Dyke Path.
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North Coast 500
The North Coast 500 is among the world’s most spectacular road trips. It covers a little over 500 miles (516 to be exact), extends from Inverness Castle, and leads through the Scottish Highlands and their unmatched coastal scenery, white sand beaches, Rocky Mountains, isolated fishing settlements, and hidden gems, offering a wealth of incredible experiences. Here you can travel through the ‘Black Isle,’ enjoy a romantic vacation at Easter Ross, and spend time exploring ‘Sutherland,’ Europe’s last big wilderness. As an added benefit, it can also be a rather inexpensive trip, given that wild camping is completely legal in Scotland.
Final Thoughts
Just reading about these destinations is exciting enough; visiting them would be an entirely different experience. Amongst the plethora of possibilities, choose the place that suits you best. Your next adventure awaits you!
