Britain has some well known holiday destinations such as Brighton and Blackpool but if you are looking for somewhere to take a relaxing break without the crowds there are many hidden holiday locations which have plenty to offer.
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If you are looking for a walking holiday in Scotland then the majority of people will go to the Highlands and the Cairngorm National Park. However the area around Dumfries and Galloway has beautiful scenery, woodlands, beaches, secluded coves and offers holiday makers plenty of opportunity to take a hike, go mountain biking, horse riding or just watch the abundance of wildlife.
In East Anglia the area of coastline surrounding Wells-Next-The-Sea is not well known but is perfect for a holiday combining a trip to the beach with some historic houses. The beach at Wells-Next-The-Sea is vast and at one end there is a harbour which is famous locally for crabs and children frequently fish for crabs off the harbour wall. The town itself has many Georgian houses, pubs and parks. The surrounding area has plenty of country walks, water sports, bird watching and countryside parks that are all well worth visiting.
When most people think of Devon they picture the beaches and Jurassic coastline that it is famous for. Not many people would think of taking a holiday to Dartmoor and the beautiful countryside it has to offer. Mountain biking and hill walking are popular pastimes in the area. Horse trekking is also a popular pursuit across the moor. The small village of Buckland-in-the-Moor is a typical Dartmoor village with thatched cottages, a church and a quaint old world feeling.
When holidaying in Wales the majority of people are drawn to Snowdonia and the challenge of walking up mountains. However the North Wales coastline and Gower Peninsular are also great areas of natural beauty with unspoiled beaches, golden sand and plenty of wildlife to see. Just off the coast the Island of Caldey is home to a Monastery of Cistercian Monks. The area surrounding the coastline has many golf courses, pleasant walks and dramatic scenery to visit. There are also many castles along the coast in various states of repair.
Another hidden holiday location is the beautiful area surrounding the Thames Estuary. The Haven Allhallows Holiday Park is located on the banks of the estuary and is home to a holiday park with many facilities available for the young and old alike.
