A traditional thatched stone cottage surrounded by summer gardens in a Cotswolds village on a sunny day

Episode 203 – Visiting London and the UK in Summer: Weather, Events + Best Places to Visit

ByTracy Collins

In episode 203 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is joined by five local experts from across the country to share what summer really looks like on the ground in their region. We cover Devon, the far north of Scotland, London, the Cotswolds and the Lake District, with practical tips on timing, what to see and how to make the most of June, July and August on a UK trip.

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Episode 203 – Summary

Guests and partners featured in this episode

  • Alex Graeme — Unique Devon Tours Tailor-made tours of Devon including vineyard visits, literary and historical routes, Dartmoor and countryside experiences.
  • Sally-Ann James — North Coast Explorer Tours Personalised touring in the far north of Scotland, focused on wildlife, scenery and flexible itineraries.
  • Becki Newell — Walks and Devour Tours Guided walking and food tours of London, with private tour options and exclusive access experiences.
  • Lisa Benjamin — Go Cotswolds Small group and private tours showcasing classic and lesser-known Cotswold villages, gardens and seasonal events. Use code UKTRAVPLAN for a discount on your tour.
  • Asia Connor — Mountain Goat Tours Scheduled and private tours covering the Lake District and beyond, with expert driver guides. Vehicles seat up to 16. Use code UKTRAV10 for a discount on your tour.

What you’ll learn in this episode

  • How summer feels across five UK regions, with highlights unique to each area
  • Why June can be a quieter sweet spot before the peak school holidays begin
  • The importance of booking accommodation and restaurants ahead, especially in rural areas
  • Classic summer experiences from vineyard tours in Devon to almost 24-hour daylight in northern Scotland
  • Insider tips for gardens, events and outdoor activities in the Cotswolds and the Lake District
  • What to know about midges in Scotland and how to prepare

Related content on UK Travel Planning and London Travel Planning

Podcasts

  • Episode 190 – Planning a UK Trip in Spring: Weather, Events & Best Places to Visit
  • Episode 107 – Exploring the Cotswolds with Lisa Benjamin from GoCotswold Tours
  • Episode 120 – Discovering Devon: Personalised Tours and Local Insights with Alex Graeme of Unique Devon Tours
  • Episode 42 – Discovering the treasures of Far North Scotland with North Coast Explorer Tours
  • Episode 48 – Visiting the UK in Summer [Everything you need to know]
  • Episode 91 – A Taste of London: A Conversation with Charley Bennett from Devour Food Tours

Articles

Tower of London on a sunny summer day with blue skies
Tower of London in summer
The white cliffs of Dover on a bright summer day in July
A visit to the white cliffs of Dover in July
Tracy and Doug Collins at a stone wall on a summer visit to the Lake District
Summer visit to the Lake District
Hidcote Manor Garden in the Cotswolds in summer with lush planting and formal hedges
Beautiful Hidcote Gardens in the Cotswolds

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