Easter holiday ideas

Taking place during the school holidays, the four-day Easter weekend offers the perfect chance to enjoy a getaway or day trip in the UK.

Whether you’re heading to a much-loved favourite or taking the family away for a well-earned break, there are so many exciting destinations and Easter holiday ideas in the UK – including some you may not be aware of…

Where do you want to go this Easter?

TikTok influencer Mohib Sheraz headed to a service station to ask the public a question based on a photo of Portmeirion in North Wales (not Bradford)…

@mohibsheraz

AD Almost NO ONE guessed this right! 👀 “Bradford” had me 😭 Would you visit?! @tempcover #fyp #foryou #tempcover #guessthelocation #portmerion #mohibsheraz

♬ original sound – mohibsheraz

Portmeirion, Gwynedd, North Wales

The filming location for the iconic 1960s TV series The Prisoner (and the video for the song ‘Alright’ by Supergrass), Portmeirion is a private village filled with grand hotels, cottages, shops, restaurants, cafes and gardens.

Built by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis from 1925 to 1973 with the aim of showing how a naturally beautiful location could be developed – and even enhanced – without spoiling it, the architecture complements the sandy estuary, woods, streams and existing buildings.

More Easter road trip ideas

Leila Layzell also showed UK residents photos of what could be deemed unlikely British destinations and you may be surprised by some of the responses to her question of ‘Where is this?’

@leila_layzell

AD There are so many hidden gems all over the UK and @tempcover makes it easier than ever to explore them!👀🚗

♬ Vibes – ZHRMusic

With guesses ranging from Spain and the Canary Islands to Avatar (!), these hidden gems could be well worth visiting over the Easter holidays. How many have you been to? And how many do you want to go to now?

York Minster, York, Yorkshire

Declared the ‘most haunted city in Europe’ by The International Ghost Research Foundation and home to England’s shortest street Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate (YO1 8BL), York is a city full of exciting things to do and see.

Holding the record for the number of medieval stained glass in the UK, with 128 pieces, the gothic York Minster cathedral is a Grade 1 listed building bursting with history and panoramic views of the city.

Kynance Cove, Mount’s Bay, Cornwall

White sand, turquoise water, interconnected coves and caves with names like the Drawing Room… Stepping on to Kynance Cove is an adventure within itself.

A set location you’ll recognise from the TV series Poldark and House of the Dragon, this National Trust site offers stunning coastal walks and seasonal wildlife.

Stonehenge, Salisbury Plain, Wiltshire

Perhaps more recognisable than the other destinations in Leila’s video, Stonehenge is no less magical. Or should that be mystical with 14 ley lines said to converge on the site.

Visible from the A303 (so buy your temporary car insurance if you want to share the drive), you can get up close to the famous Stone Circle monument and follow in the footsteps of prehistoric people as you walk among the Neolithic houses with English Heritage/

Fairy Pools, Glenbrittle, Isle of Skye

If you’re travelling to the Isle of Skye, the Fairy Pools located on the northern slopes of the Black Cuillin range are crystal-clear blue pools that snake down the hillside of Coire na Creiche into Glen Brittle where it becomes the River Brittle.

Welcoming visitors from all over the world, there’s a 2.4km walk from the first main waterfall to the pools (which you are allowed to swim in – wetsuits recommended) and a disabled viewing cabin is soon due for completion.  

The Lake District, Kendal, Cumbria

England’s largest National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site and highest land in England, The Lake District is a mountainous region thriving with fells, wildlife and, of course, picturesque lakes.

The famous Tebay Services is located nearby and there’s also quality accommodation for all types of traveller and plenty of restaurants for foodies to enjoy

Are you inspired by our Easter holiday ideas?

We hope you’re inspired to explore some more of Britain this Easter. If it’s a long drive to your destination, don’t forget you can get temporary car insurance. This is ideal if you:

• Are looking to share the driving on your road trip.
• Need a more reliable car for your journey.
• Want to borrow a car if you don’t own one yourself.

With fully flexible and comprehensive cover from one hour to 28 days, you can have peace of mind that you’re covered and that the owner’s no claims bonus won’t be affected.

The only thing you’ll have to worry about is getting the playlist sorted as you drive to a new favourite British destination.

When is Easter 2025?

Good Friday: 18 April, 2025.

Easter Sunday: 20 April, 2025.

Easter Monday: 21 April, 2025.