Join our Facebook Group!
Skip to content
  • Join our Facebook Group!
UK Travel PlanningUK Travel PlanningUK Travel Planning
  • Home
  • Start Here
    • About
    • Contact
    • Newsletter
    • Facebook Group
    • Work with us
  • Plan Your Trip
    • Step by step planning guide
    • When to go
    • UK Itineraries
    • What to budget
    • Transportation
    • Accommodation
    • Packing List
    • Best UK Tours
    • Book your trip
  • Itinerary Planning Consultation
  • Shop
    • Guide to UK Train Travel
    • UK Travel Itinerary Planners
  • U.K. DESTINATIONS
    • England
    • Scotland
    • Wales
    • Northern Ireland
  • London
    • Accommodation
    • Afternoon Teas
    • Markets
    • Theatre
  • UK Train Travel
  • Podcast
  • Blog
  • DIRECTORY
England

Top 10 places to visit in North West England

Posted on July 19, 2020August 31, 2022 by Tracy Collins
10 places to visit in North West England
19
Jul

Are you planning a visit to the North West of England? Consisting of the counties of Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside, Cheshire and Greater Manchester there are not only fantastic cities to visit but also areas of outstanding natural beauty to explore. […]

Continue reading →
Posted in England
London

32 Free things to do in London

Posted on July 12, 2020October 30, 2022 by Tracy Collins
32 free things to do in London England 1
12
Jul

London is an expensive city to visit but there are ways to ensure a trip to the city does not break the bank. One of my favourite tips for budget conscious travelers is to add some of the many free things to do in London into your itinerary.

Continue reading →
Posted in London  |  Tagged London tips
London, UK Travel Planning

How to travel from Heathrow to London (all options compared)

Posted on July 11, 2020December 20, 2022 by Tracy Collins
Airplane landing at Heathrow airport
11
Jul

Everything you need to know to organise your transfer from Heathrow into London including by train, bus, private transfer and taxi

Continue reading →
Posted in London, UK Travel Planning  |  Tagged Getting around London
England

5 Things to do in Bakewell Derbyshire

Posted on June 20, 2020June 17, 2022 by Tracy Collins
Visiting Bakewell in Derbyshire
20
Jun

Bakewell is a pretty market town located in the southern part of the Peak District (known as the White Peak) in the East Midlands in Derbyshire, England. With 2 fabulous stately homes on its doorstep (plus numerous walks in the […]

Continue reading →
Posted in England
England

Top 10 places to visit in the East Midlands

Posted on June 20, 2020December 29, 2022 by Tracy Collins
10 places to visit in the East Midlands
20
Jun

The East Midlands in England includes the counties of Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, parts of Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire and Rutland. Major cities include Nottingham, Leicester, Derby and Northampton. However, the area also features some of the most beautiful countryside in England with […]

Continue reading →
Posted in England
England

Top 10 places to visit in Yorkshire

Posted on June 14, 2020August 31, 2022 by Tracy Collins
A picture showing 6 places to visit in Yorkshire including York, Saltaire and Fountains Abbey
14
Jun

Welcome to my guide to the top 10 places to visit in Yorkshire. If you are planning to visit the largest county in England you will find my recommendations for the best things to do and see in this article. […]

Continue reading →
Posted in England
Train Travel

9 Essential UK Train Travel Tips (from an expert)

Posted on May 30, 2020October 20, 2022 by Tracy Collins
Traveling the UK by train
30
May

Are you planning to travel the UK by train and are a little nervous or unsure of using an unfamiliar rail system? In this article, we share 9 UK Train Travel Tips for anyone planning to travel by train in […]

Continue reading →
Posted in Train Travel
London

Budget London (How to visit London on a budget)

Posted on May 29, 2020October 30, 2022 by Tracy Collins
A collage of photographs of London including a london bus, Big Ben and Tower Bridge
29
May

In this article, discover our top tips to help you make the most of your time exploring the best of London on a budget. If you are planning a visit to London you will probably already be aware of just […]

Continue reading →
Posted in London  |  Tagged London tips
Scotland

39 Best Books about Scotland (Travel, Historical, Romance)

Posted on May 11, 2020November 7, 2022 by Tracy Collins
Beautiful scenery in Scotland which you can read about in Books about Scotland
11
May

Looking for some literary inspiration before you visit Scotland? We have you covered! We have curated a selection of the best fiction and non-fiction titles for your reading pleasure! In this article, you will find selections of the best books […]

Continue reading →
Posted in Scotland  |  Tagged Scotland Books and Movies
England

24 famous landmarks in England to visit (Top 3 for every region)

Posted on May 9, 2020August 18, 2022 by Tracy Collins
Picture of 6 famous landmarks in England
09
May

If you are looking for inspiration for your travels in England you will find it in this post! With 24 of the most famous landmarks in England to visit (my choice of the top 3 from 8 of England’s 9 […]

Continue reading →
Posted in England
  • 1
  • …
  • 22
  • 23
  • 24
  • 25
  • 26
  • 27

Hello from both of us – Tracy and Doug Collins.

With over 35 years experience exploring the UK we are here to help you plan your travels to (and around) the UK.

You will find inspiration, tips and resources to help you make the most of your travels whether you are a first time visitor or a UK resident wanting to see more of what England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have to offer.

Read more about us…

Recent Posts
  • Episode 31 – Guide to London’s principal train stations Comments Off on Episode 31 – Guide to London’s principal train stations
  • Episode 30 – Scotland Road Trip Itinerary Comments Off on Episode 30 – Scotland Road Trip Itinerary
  • Episode 29: Chat with Ken Lambert – Beatles fan & owner of George Harrison’s childhood home Comments Off on Episode 29: Chat with Ken Lambert – Beatles fan & owner of George Harrison’s childhood home

Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

BLOG INFO

About
Contact
Work with us

MORE INFO

Privacy PolicyTerms of Use & CopyrightDisclosure & Disclaimer

TRAVEL INFO

Directory
Book your trip
Essential resources

Powered by WP Help
Copyright 2023 © UK Travel Planning
  • Home
  • Start Here
    • About
    • Contact
    • Newsletter
    • Facebook Group
    • Work with us
  • Plan Your Trip
    • Step by step planning guide
    • When to go
    • UK Itineraries
    • What to budget
    • Transportation
    • Accommodation
    • Packing List
    • Best UK Tours
    • Book your trip
  • Itinerary Planning Consultation
  • Shop
    • Guide to UK Train Travel
    • UK Travel Itinerary Planners
  • U.K. DESTINATIONS
    • England
    • Scotland
    • Wales
    • Northern Ireland
  • London
    • Accommodation
    • Afternoon Teas
    • Markets
    • Theatre
  • UK Train Travel
  • Podcast
  • Blog
  • DIRECTORY
Popup Button