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The GuardianSep 25, 2026

‘Everything is golden’: readers’ tips for a great autumn day out in the UK

With autumn officially here, our readers savour days of fruitful mellowness, from Cornwall to Loch Lomond • Tell us about a great wellness experience – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher I love Loch Lomond in autumn. I’d start with a walk around Balmaha village and a stretch of the West Highland Way , pretending I’m there for the scenery rather than earning the right to eat something mass…

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Clumber ParkParkNational Trust property with peaceful woodlands and golden leaf carpets.
Elsewhere
West Highland WayTrailLoch Lomond, United KingdomWalk around Balmaha village and a stretch of it.
GodrevySightCornwall, United KingdomWalk along the staggered cliff edges between here and Portreath.
PortreathSightCornwall, United KingdomWalk along the staggered cliff edges between Godrevy and here.
CragsideSightNorthumberland, United KingdomNational Trust property with 1,000 acres of trees.
Glentress ForestSightScottish Borders, United KingdomTrails surrounded by copper, red and gold in autumn.
PeeblesNeighborhoodScottish Borders, United KingdomWander along the river and around its independent shops.
Winterbourne House and GardenCaféBirmingham, United KingdomArts and Crafts style house set in stunning gardens.
HarborneSuburbBirmingham, United KingdomHead here for lunch or dinner.
River RoddlesworthSightWest Pennine Moors, United KingdomFlows through a wonderful wooded valley at the edge of moors.
Hollinshead HallSightWest Pennine Moors, United KingdomRuins to explore in the woods.
Royal ArmsRestaurantWest Pennine Moors, United KingdomPub at Ryal Fold.
Hare & HoundsRestaurantWest Pennine Moors, United KingdomPub at Abbey Village.
Longshaw estateSightPeak District, United KingdomPerfect for an autumn stroll with varied fungi.
Padley GorgeSightPeak District, United KingdomTwisted oak trees look spectacular on early autumn misty mornings.
Hadrian's WallTrailNorthumberland, United KingdomMoorland turns copper and gold; every climb rewards with views.
Steel RiggSightNorthumberland, United KingdomTake a trip to Steel Rigg in Northumberland National Park and treat yourself to some of the best viewpoints on…
Llangollen RailwayPlaceLlangollen, United KingdomSteam train trip through the Dee valley when leaves turn.
Oaks WoodSightPeak District, United Kingdom
Bolehill QuarrySightPeak District, United Kingdom

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The GuardianJul 18

20 brilliant UK family days out for summer

From 100,000 sunflowers in Gower and cosmic art in Galloway to a bat safari and messing about in boats, there’s enough here to keep you and the kids busy till September At the westernmost tip of the Gower peninsula, Rhossili Bay is a gloriously wide sweep of sand, backed by dunes and licked with waves perfect for bodyboarding and surfing. Wild ponies graze on the southern headland, while walker…

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Sherwood PinesTrailWoods with mountain biking trails and a family loop.
Elsewhere
Kynren: the Storied LandsFestivalBishop Auckland, United KingdomDaytime counterpart to Kynren, journey through time and legend.
Kew GardensGardenLondon, United KingdomDisplays 30 Henry Moore sculptures until January 2027.
Rhossili BayViewpointGower, United KingdomWide sweep of sand, perfect for bodyboarding and surfing.
Worm's HeadSightGower, United KingdomSerpent-like promontory, time tide to avoid getting cut off.
Moors Valley country parkParkDorset, United KingdomGiant ant nests, snake pits, hawks, spiders, play trail.
North Downs WayTrailSurrey Hills, United KingdomLinks vineyards for wine hikes and scenic walks.
Albury VineyardSightGuildford, United KingdomOffers a self-guided wildlife walk through the vines.
Denbies Wine EstateSightDorking, United KingdomBoard the vineyard train or explore walking loops.
Moray FirthSightInverness, United KingdomHome to about 200 bottlenose dolphins.
Scottish Dolphin CentreCaféSpey Bay, United KingdomFormer fishing station with dolphin exhibition and ice house tours.
Salts MillMuseumSaltaire, United KingdomFormer textile mill, now a cultural hub with Hockney art.
Quentin Blake Centre for IllustrationMuseumClerkenwell, United KingdomPermanent home for illustration art in an 18th-century waterworks.
Magdalen Hill Down nature reserveNature reserveWinchester, United KingdomChalk grassland, wildflower meadows, woodland for butterfly counting.
Caldey IslandSightPembrokeshire, United KingdomMonastic island with chocolate, perfume, lighthouse, and beaches.
Kynren – An Epic Tale of EnglandFestivalBishop Auckland, United KingdomOutdoor show with 1,000 cast members, history and legend.
Bat Safari Punting tourPlaceCambridge, United KingdomPunting tour along the River Cam to spot bats.
Sea Lanes Canary WharfSightLondon, United Kingdom50-metre six-lane pool designed for swimming lengths.
Royal Docks Summer SplashSightLondon, United KingdomFree paddling pool, deckchairs, and sandpits for younger children.
Henry Moore Studio & GardensMuseumHertfordshire, United KingdomSculptor's former home and studios, with works displayed outdoors.
Dyfi Osprey ProjectSightMachynlleth, United KingdomObservatory tower near nest to watch osprey chicks.
St Monans tidal poolSightSt Monans, United KingdomTidal pool on the Fife coast, revamped by community projects.
Pittenweem tidal poolSightPittenweem, United KingdomTidal pool on the Fife coast, funds upkeep with mini golf.
Peace MuseumMuseumSaltaire, United Kingdom
Cliff LakesSightStaffordshire, United Kingdom

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