Travelodge has put 70,000 family rooms on sale for October half-term for £35 or less.
And they’ve come up with Top 10 ideas for how families can enjoy the break – in one of the UK’s 66 great cities steeped in history and culture such as London, Edinburgh, York, Oxford and Bath.
Or, by taking a rural break in The Lake District (above), Yorkshire Dales, Peak District or Scottish Highlands.
To book a family room (above) see Travelodge
Top 10 family break ideas:
- Explore London: Head to the big city for a few fun-packed days out with the kids taking in the sights and sounds of the capital. There are plenty of free attractions to take advantage of, such as visiting the Natural History Museum, deer-spotting in Richmond Park, taking a Kodak moment with Peter Pan at Kensington Gardens or enjoying the dramatic city vistas from Primrose Hill.
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- Storytelling and sightseeing: For families with older children looking to expand their minds, visit The Scottish International Storytelling Festival. The event takes place from October 23 in Edinburgh. Alternatively, create your own walking tour around the city taking in the castle and its cobbled streets. Don’t forget to dedicate a day to visiting the unspoilt wilderness of the Scottish Highlands.
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- Capital of Culture: Liverpool, the European Capital of Culture, has a wealth of things to do and see for all the family. Visit the Albert Docks, the galleries or museums to enjoy a learning-packed weekend.
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- Getting Arty: Nottingham is hosting a Family Arts Festival from October 9 to the beginning of November. Get the whole family involved with this creative and interactive day out with a difference.
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- Relax-cation: In need of a more relaxed staycation with your family this half term but don’t won’t to compromise on culture and excitement? Then Bath could be a good choice for you. Its Roman baths and beautiful architecture make the city stand out from the rest. Take a stroll along the river and dine like emperors in a city which is world-famous for being a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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- Historic Oxford: Home to the University of Oxford, the oldest University in the English-speaking world, the city boasts many reasons for a visit. Enjoy a bike tour around the city, meander through the local market or take to the river for a spot of punting.
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- Autumn trails: Discover autumn at its best by wading through acres of beautiful countryside and tons of copper-coloured leaves in the Lake District this October. This mountainous region covers 885 square miles and is home to ever-popular Lake Windermere.
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- A delightful peak: Autumn is the best time to visit The Peak District National Park. The 555 square miles of countryside is perfect for a family trip away – discover the region’s most spectacular scenery from Kinder Scout.
More information - The great escape: The Yorkshire Dales is renowned for its Limestone scenery and wild nature and gives families an excellent break away from the hustle and bustle of town and city living. Waterfalls, woodland and caves dot the landscape so there is plenty to keep your little explorers happy.
More information - Coastal adventure: Take a trip to the Cornish coast to blow away the cobwebs and enjoy the fresh sea air while taking in the sea views. Famous for its mile-long beaches, Cornwall boasts beautiful landscape and great family activities such as the monkey sanctuary in Looe and the Chysauster Ancient Village in Penzance.
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