The UK is full of amazing places to visit, whether you are on the hunt for fantastic walking trails, are a lover of history and architecture, or you just need a beautiful beach to relax. But what is there for nature lovers, or for people who wish to gain an insight into the UK bird life? 

Bird watching is an activity many people love, and beautiful birds can to be found in most UK back gardens. Observing robins or blue tits from the comfort of your home can be the start of a love for bird life, which can eventually grow into a wonderful hobby introducing you to new or different places to visit. 

If you are considering becoming a “twitcher,” Feet Do Travel share some of the best places in the UK to go bird-watching.

Anglesey, North Wales
Anglesey is located in the northerly part of Wales, and has a great landscape with a number of RSPB-managed sites. Grab your binoculars and head to the South Stack Cliffs Nature Reserve where you can see a variety of puffins, guillemots, and razorbills. 

RSPB Minsmere, Suffolk
This 1,000-acre reserve is home to some of the rarest bird species, including bearded tits and marsh harriers. The best time to visit is during the summer months because the UK is blessed with long daylight hours. If you are lucky to hear the nightingales burst into their beautiful birdsong, it is truly an amazing experience.

The Lake District, Cumbria
There is an amazing collection of species in the Lake District, but it’s also a beautiful holiday destination to boot! You can venture around the ancient woodland and find woodpeckers, peregrine falcons, and mistle thrush. Take a visit to the Wild Boar Hotel which has a bird sanctuary on its 7-acre estate.

Rathlin Island, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
Rathlin Island in County Antrim, Northern Ireland is one of the rare spots you will find the majestic puffin. Puffins prefer to nest on uninhabited islands, and Rathlin has such a small population, so you can easily put your binoculars down for a few days to view black guillemots and the red-billed chough up close and personal.

Farne Islands, Northumberland
Fame Islands in Northumberland is mostly uninhabited, which makes it an amazing place to spot a wide variety of seabirds. Recommended by none other than Sir David Attenborough as his favourite place in Britain for experiencing nature, between the months of May and July you can spot puffins, eider ducks, and Arctic terns. There are also a number of boat trips providing bird-watching expeditions for budding ornithologists.

Brownsea Island, Dorset
On Brownsea Island, Dorset, there are a number of birds of prey in addition to wading birds. You can find peregrine falcons or hen harriers, however one of the most vibrant and colourful finds here is the peacock.

Slimbridge WWT Centre, Gloucestershire
Opened in November 1946, Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust is the original and the best, and has something for everyone to enjoy. Between November and March look out for geese, ducks, and the famous Bewick’s swans. For history lovers, located nearby is Thornbury Castle which was once owned by Henry VIII.

The New Forest, Hampshire
Home to the Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserves, in The New Forest Hampshire you can spot a wide variety of black-tailed godwits, dunlins, nightjars, linnets, and stone chats. This is a great spot for twitchers because of its diverse landscape; you would be hard pushed to find a spot with so many different species of bird.

The Cairngorms, Scotland
Considered one of the best birdwatching spots in the UK because of its ancient pine forests, The Cairngorms in Scotland is home to grey-footed woodpeckers, siskins, and the largest species of grouse: the capercaillies. 

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​Whether you’re a keen hiker or a casual stroller, the north of England is the perfect location for a walking holiday. From untouched rural landscapes to historic industrial cities, the north offers a diverse range of trekking trails and terrains that are suited to every kind of hiking break.

There are many benefits of a walking holiday, and choosing an active holiday this year is not only good for your health, but will help you experience the beauty of nature.

If you’re looking for hiking holiday ideas this year, check out Feet Do Travel’s list of the most popular trails in the north of England before putting on your walking boots!    

If you’re planning a trip to Cardiff, there are many fantastic attractions competing for your time and attention. The Welsh capital is a must-visit, especially if you are touring the UK. 

Steeped in history, Cardiff is best known for Cardiff Castle, however Doctor Who fans will know it as a regular film location for the world’s most famous travelling Time Lord in the classic British science fiction TV show.

Travelling to Cardiff is easy due to the excellent transportation links. For example, it can take as little as 16 minutes if you get a train from Newport to Cardiff, there is a high-speed rail link from London, and the M4 Motorway passes north of the City if you wanted to drive.
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If you are looking for the best things to do in Cardiff, Feet Do Travel show the top attractions you need to visit.

​If you are planning to take your first solo hike, you will want it to be safe and successful. Hiking solo is a great challenge and is something everyone should try in their lifetime. It will help clear your mind, test your mental and physical stamina and make you stronger. 

Trekking solo isn’t without it’s risks, but if you plan properly in advance, prepare the right gear and are sensible, your adventure will be exciting and most of all, rewarding.

Feet Do Travel have prepared this guide to help you through some of the most essential parts of a great hike. So without further ado, let us look at everything you need to know before hiking solo and venturing into the wild.

The Cotswolds is an area of outstanding natural beauty located in the heart of England. The birthplace of Shakespeare in Stratford upon Avon, a Harry Potter film location in Gloucester, the Cotswolds is more than picturesque villages, thatched roofs and gorgeous rolling countryside.

Whilst international travel is restricted, native Brits can plan a fantastic staycation to the Cotswolds. Thanks to its wealth of canals and footways, it’s here that you’ll find some of the best walking holidays in the UK.

Feet Do Travel show why you need to visit the Cotswolds, England.

Are you looking for a new hobby? Do you want the freedom to go wherever you like? Concerned about the new normal but want to travel more?

Sailing could be the hobby you have been waiting for! Learning to sail will open doors in ways you never dreamt, and give you the chance to see sights from a new perspective.
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Feet Do Travel share 6 reasons why you should try sailing.

Building up your travel wish-list? How could you not be daydreaming of visiting destinations on your bucket list whist stuck at home, cooped up during quarantine.

There may be travel restrictions in effect at the moment, but many airlines are offering very affordable flights with itineraries months down the road. Most airlines offer no-fee changes in case it’s still not safe to fly at that time. On top of that, you can score amazing deals on flights to Europe which are significantly cheaper than the price you would have paid pre-pandemic.

To get your wanderlust brewing, Feet Do Travel have curated a list of the seven must-see European sights. Use them for inspiration to plan your next trip!

With all the stress of work and home life, it’s nice to get away for a few days to unwind and relax, but many of us are often stuck when it comes to deciding where to travel. For residents of the UK, whilst it’s great to travel abroad to Europe and beyond, there are plenty of fantastic places to be discovered which are just a stone’s throw away rather than hundreds of miles on a plane. 
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Feet Do Travel have picked out a couple of UK locations and give you a brief overview of why we think they’re the perfect places to relax in 2020! 

Backpacking holidays always seem like they should be about saving money. Travelling cheaply, living in hostels, and buying food from street markets where you can. Nevertheless, you can definitely inject a little luxury into your travels if you need it. Feet Do Travel share some of the reasons why you should treat yourself to luxury when backpacking.

Is staying in a real Castle on your bucket list? How about a Tudor Castle in England, owned and visited by the UK’s most fascinating monarch, King Henry VIII?

Britain is blessed with many historic Castles in beautiful surroundings. Although there are many castles in England which you can visit, there are very few Castle Hotels. We discovered one close to where we lived, and we didn’t have to pay a King’s ransom to spend the night; Thornbury Castle in South Gloucestershire.

Thornbury Castle is a 500 year old luxurious Castle Hotel. Built in the 1500’s, King Henry VIII owned this castle and stayed for 10 days with his wife, the fated Anne Boleyn, on their honeymoon tour in 1535, and yes you can stay in the same room as King Henry VIII.
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We booked a night here for Sy’s birthday, but did it live up to its expectations? Did we feel like Royalty when we stayed at Thornbury Castle, and what’s it like to walk in the footsteps of Kings and Queens?

Feet Do Travel reveal what it’s like to stay in a real Tudor Castle Hotel.