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1. Winster Valley: The most private spot in the quiet Lake District
The countryside of Cumbria, the lakeside home of Wordsworth. Escape the city noise, climb to the top of the hill for a panoramic view, and enjoy the peace of the wilderness. Winster Valley offers some of the best scenery in the Cumbria region. Strolling through the area, enjoying a drink at a pub, and finally resting for the night in a cottage—what could be better?
Recommendations: Restaurants: The Masons Arms at Strawberry Bank, The Brown Horse Inn at Winster
Accommodation: The Bothy at Cowmire Hall, Headswood Cottage
2. Oban: Charming Scottish Coast
Oban is a small town in southwestern Scotland. Located by the sea, it boasts tranquil coastal scenery. It is also known as the seafood capital of Scotland. The unique memory of Oban lies in the mouth-watering taste of its langoustines. Once you have been there, you will always crave its seafood.
Recommendations: Restaurant: The Crafty Kitchen
Accommodation: The Granary, Goose Cottage
3. Ludlow: A luxury destination for foodies
If you are a true foodie, you must not miss the Michelin-starred restaurant Mr Underhill's located on the Welsh border in Ludlow. In addition, the picturesque Hamptonn Court Gardens is a great place for couples to take a walk. You can also spend a day exploring the magic of the medieval Powis Castle.
Recommendations: Restaurant: Mr Underhill's
Accommodation: Pentrusco Farmhouse, Brook Farm
4. West Coast Scotland: An indulgent road trip
Remember the song? "I really want to go catch the breeze with you again; the wind will take everything away, a brief moment of relaxation." For those who love freedom, take a road trip to the west coast of Scotland! The sea breeze will take everything away; watch the sunrise and sunset with your lover on the pink-white sands of Sandwood Bay.
Recommendations: Accommodation: Stonechats (Scottish charm, romantic but not luxurious)
5. Suffolk: The ultimate English village
Where can you find authentic English countryside? Suffolk has the answer. Ipswich is a small town in Suffolk with an 800-year history. It was a stronghold on the route from London to York during the Anglo-Saxon period. Walk along its streets and look for the footprints left by those before us. Dickens also mentioned this place in his novels. More importantly, it only takes one hour to get from London to Ipswich. What are you waiting for? Start planning your trip now!
Recommendations: Accommodation: Grove Cottage
6. Devon: Fishing villages and English cream tea
Devon is a source of nostalgia in the hearts of many British people. Beer is a quaint little English fishing village in Devon, famous for its sweet English cream tea. Although there are many tourists during the peak season, if you go on Valentine's Day, the exquisite desserts and charming beaches will definitely make your trip worthwhile.
Recommended accommodation: The Owlery, The Fortescue Arms, Start Bay Inn (14th century)
7. Sussex countryside: A sanctuary away from city stress
If you want to escape the immense pressure of the city and go for a walk nearby, the Sussex countryside, less than a 2-hour drive from London, is a great choice. Home to the Seven Sisters cliffs, a stroll through the vast South Downs National Park, with its white winding coastline, will give you a sense of spaciousness that transcends time and space.
Recommended accommodation: The Cottage in the Garden
8. Cornwall: A leisurely destination for beach lovers
When it comes to beaches, one must mention Cornwall, which has a 300-mile coastline. Leave your footprints on the endless sandy beaches. A candlelight dinner at a restaurant in The Harbour can fully satisfy all your romantic fantasies.
Recommended accommodation: Rooky's Nook (exquisite cottage for two)
9. Lincolnshire: Gothic architecture and old movie plots
The Midlands of England features beautiful stone Gothic architecture. Stroll through the rolling moors and breathe in the fresh air. Couples can enjoy a lunch feast of roast chicken and fresh beer at the Penny Fathering Inn in Timberland. After the meal, visit Lincoln Cathedral to see the best example of the Magna Carta—the medieval Lincoln Castle. Of course, if you want some leisure activities, you can go to the Kinema in the Woods to watch an old movie and travel back to the 19th century.
Recommended accommodation: The Hayloft
10. Cotswolds: Picturesque country lanes
The Cotswolds is known as the capital for lovers in the UK. Walking on the country lanes, you and your partner will pass by quaint stone cottages and see the rural scenery that often appears on postcards—quiet and warm. Drive through and pass the beautiful Stanway House, and those rolling villages like Naunton, Upper and Lower Slaughter, and Bourton-on-the-Water, which is known as the "Little Venice" of the Cotswolds.
Recommended restaurants: The Vine Leaf, Wild Thyme Restaurant
Accommodation: The Squirrel Cottage
