Looking For Sunshine? You Can’t Miss These 16 Sunniest Places In The UK – Hand Luggage Only – Travel, Food And Photography Blog

The UK has heaps of areas to discover, cities to go to and nationwide parks to discover. It’s unbelievable, and the British Isles are among the most numerous islands in Western Europe to go to. That being mentioned, we’re not all the time assured sunshine… or so they are saying! I name that codswallop! There are heaps of the sunniest locations within the UK to go to, and also you don’t even have to go away the nation to go to them.

From the fantastic Isles of Scilly, beautiful white sand seashores, to the unbelievable cities that aren’t all the time the apparent selections! Sure, we may simply point out all of the locations in Cornwall, however we’ve tried to indicate you some gems all throughout the UK. Actually, there’s something for everybody to see within the UK. Better of all, these are among the sunniest locations within the UK the place you may discover with out ever needing a passport.

Have a look, under, at our favorite sunniest locations within the UK you can’t miss. Have enjoyable within the solar!

1.) Isle of Wight

Simply off the south coast of England is the Isle of Wight, a picture-perfect island that’s wonderful for a day journey or a weekend jaunt to discover the island’s seashores, historical past and beautiful little villages. Better of all, it’s one of many sunniest locations within the UK attributable to its southerly location and virtually microclimate that creates hotter, sunnier climate than most different locations within the UK.

As soon as right here, make sure that to spend a while on the beautiful and unspoilt Yaverland Seashore (Google Maps pin). It’s a sandy haven that’s excellent to go to on a sunny day. Plus, don’t neglect to go to the quaint village of Godshill and Compton Seashore (Google Maps pin) on the south coast of the Isle of Wight. 

Lastly, make sure that to cease off at Mermaid Gin (Google Maps pin) for a few of their declines libations and lunch. We had a tasty crab and fries, and it was so good. 

Now, one of the simplest ways to get across the Isle of Wight is by automobile, and you’ll take this over on the ferry from close by Portsmouth. 

Learn extra: Finest issues to do on the Isle of Wight

2.) Pembrokeshire 

Tucked away on the south-west fringes of Wales, Pembrokeshire is a fully beautiful area to go to while on a wider Wales highway journey. You see, it has one of many UK’s solely coastal Nationwide Parks and it’s so picturesque to drive round. 

Better of all, Pembrokeshire is without doubt one of the sunniest locations within the UK to go to on the west coast of Nice Britain. Now, usually, the west coast is usually a little wetter than the east coast of Nice Britain – it has one thing to do with the Atlantic Ocean hitting the upper mountains on the west coast, which causes rain. Fortunately, Pembrokeshire solely actually has rolling hills and nothing that causes an enormous burst of rain.

When you’ve arrived in Pembrokeshire, make sure that to go to the tiny metropolis of St. David’s, which is ideal for strolling round. Plus, you may go to historic websites like Pentre Ifan (Google Maps pin), which is alleged to be virtually 5,000 years previous. It’s unbelievable to see and completely free. 

If it’s seashores and shorelines you’re after, cease by the Inexperienced Bridge of Wales and go to Newgale Seashore (Google Maps pin) or White Sands. Each are beautiful and completely pure seashores. 

Learn extra: Finest locations in Pembrokeshire to go to

3.) Lacock 

Perched within the countryside of Wiltshire, Lacock is a small and historic village that’s too beautiful to overlook. Round a 45-minute drive from the fringes of the Cotswolds, it’s the right little village to wander round and go to for a day journey. Plus, it’s one of many sunniest locations within the UK that’s blessed with hotter summer season days (attributable to its southerly location). 

As soon as right here, take a wander round Lacock and discover the little tea homes, honesty retailers and cute little shops that line the streets. It’s a picture-perfect place to go to in England. 

Learn extra: Finest locations in Wiltshire to go to

4.) Isles of Scilly

If the Isles of Scilly haven’t been in your radar, properly, they actually needs to be! Round 30 miles off the western coast of Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly are one of many sunniest locations within the UK to go to, finest reached by flight or ferry. 

Now, what makes the Isles of Scilly so heat and sunny is the Gulf Stream that directs hotter currents from the Caribbean to the shores of Cornwall. The Isles of Scilly get a direct hit from this stream and it retains the islands toasty, sunny and permits for even tropical crops to develop. 

Learn extra: 1-week itinerary to go to the Isles of Scilly

5.) Cambridge

Generally known as a historic college metropolis, Cambridge is the right venue for tradition vultures to discover the numerous galleries and museums that make it so particular. Not solely that, it’s simply 45 minutes on a prepare from London, making it the right stopping level for a day journey from the large metropolis. 

Not solely that, being an easterly metropolis usually implies that it may be a lot drier and sunnier than the west coast of Nice Britain. It’s the right little metropolis break! 

As soon as right here, make sure that to go to among the Schools, like King’s Faculty and head to The Backs for a picnic. For a extra peaceable spot, go to the Botanic Gardens or hop on board a punt boat and push your means down the River Cam. 

Learn extra: Finest issues to do in Cambridge

6.) Hastings

With round 248 hours of sunshine, Hastings is an East Sussex city, is without doubt one of the sunniest locations within the UK to go to. Better of all, it’s an awesome spot to go to for those who’re already exploring close by Brighton or the broader south coast of England. 

Identified for its vintage retailers, cute boutiques, the Hastings Fortress and heaps of little cafes, it’s an awesome place to go to for a day journey or an in a single day keep. 

Oh, and don’t neglect in regards to the Hastings Modern Artwork Gallery, too. Right here, you’ll have the ability to discover native and nationwide artwork, which is so nice. Speaking of museums, you too can head to the close by Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, which is a reasonably widespread spot for all of the household.

Lastly, don’t neglect to go to the newly renovated pier or the shingle seashore of Hastings. It’s beautiful, even when it isn’t a sandy bay. 

Learn extra: Finest seashores in England to go to

7.) London

It would shock you, however London is without doubt one of the sunniest locations within the UK. Not solely that, it will get nowhere close to as a lot rain as individuals wish to moan about. For example, it’s a lot drier than cities like Paris or New York and ideal to go to if you wish to see among the world’s most iconic sights! 

There are such a lot of wonderful areas in London to go to; from historic neighbourhoods like Greenwich, the perimeter neighbourhood of Camden and the energetic lanes of Covent Backyard. London has one thing for everybody! You’ll have the perfect time, particularly with all the long-lasting spots in Central London it’s essential see. 

We wrote a complete weblog publish on the wonderful locations it’s essential see in London, so make sure that to test it out for those who’re planning on visiting. 

Learn extra: Finest locations in London to go to

8.) Brighton

One lovely place to go to when summer season comes is Brighton. It’s a stone’s throw from London (properly, about 75 minutes on the prepare) and an ideal place for a seashore metropolis break while in England. 

Identified for the Lanes, full of cute cafes and eating places and the lengthy, stretching Brighton Seashore, the town has a lot going for it. Not solely that, it’s one of many sunniest locations within the UK the place heaps of Londoners go to for a day journey by the seaside. Seize a ’99’ ice cream, some candyfloss and a few choosy bits for the seaside. It’s wonderful! 

Now, the seashore is likely to be pebbly, however that doesn’t dampen the enjoyable. The town is a hive of tradition, arts and has an enormous LGBTQ+ neighborhood and household points of interest that make it an awesome place for everybody! 

Learn extra: Finest issues to do in Brighton

9.) Canterbury

With virtually 1,690 hours of sunshine annually, Canterbury is one sunniest locations within the UK. You may go to it fairly simply when in Kent and even London. This can be a UNESCO World Heritage Web site and can also be a cathedral metropolis, and steeped in historical past, which is so unbelievable to probe for a day journey. 

As soon as right here, make sure that to go to the ruins of St Augustine’s Abbey, the King’s Faculty, a Norman Fortress, St Lawrence Floor and Marlowe Theatre, amongst others. Not solely that, you may simply wander across the metropolis centre (no automobile is required) and pop into the numerous little retailers and cafes that line the streets. We like it for a day journey, and it’s actually such an awesome bite-sized metropolis to go to. 

Learn extra: Finest issues to do in Canterbury

10.) Bristol

Perhaps one of many most-loved cities in the entire of the UK is Bristol, and with good cause! The colourful music and improbable artwork scene of this metropolis make it apparent why. Perhaps you’ve heard of Bristol because the place the place you’ll discover heaps of avenue artwork, with probably the most well-known being from Banksy, who is alleged to reside within the metropolis! 

Together with this inventive scene are the picture-perfect landmarks and waterfront harbour space, which is nice to discover on a sunny day. Speaking of the solar, Bristol is without doubt one of the nation’s sunniest locations within the UK and properly price a gander while within the wider space, visiting the close by metropolis of Tub and even the Cotswolds. 

Learn extra: Finest issues to do in Bristol

11.) Durham

Don’t be fooled by Durham’s northerly location in England! Not solely is it surprisingly sunny, it’s truly fairly dry besides. Though small, it packs a mighty punch with all of the historic sights to see. For example, the Norman cathedral, a Roman fort and the medieval city corridor and chateau are among the lovely architectural constructions you may’t miss. 

Not solely that, if you’re extra of a nature lover, you may all the time head to the Hamsterley Forest and the Heritage Coast. There are additionally glasshouses in botanical gardens to present you an expertise of a tropical rainforest’s ambiance. We love the town a lot. 

Learn extra: Finest locations within the North of England to go to

12.) Dundee

Described as the town of discovery, Dundee is one driest cities within the UK. Now, with it being a lot additional north (in Scotland), temperatures received’t attain the highs of London or extra southerly spots. Although that doesn’t cease the sunshine, it’s one of many sunniest locations within the UK, particularly with its lengthy summer season days.

As soon as right here, make sure that to go to the V&A Dundee, discover the waterfront and go to Discovery Level to be taught all in regards to the perilous voyage of Captain Scott. It’s an awesome little spot to go to for a half-day journey, particularly for those who’re travelling by wider Scotland.  

Lastly, for those who’ve acquired time, take a day journey over to Fife and cease by the attractive city of St. Andrews. It’s solely a few 25-minute drive from Central Dundee, and it’s so picturesque. 

Learn extra: Finest issues to do in Dundee

13.) Bognor Regis

Generally known as England’s solar king, Bognor Regis has a mean of practically 2,000 hours of sunshine annually! Now, that may not appear wild, however contemplating some elements of Scotland solely get 900 hours or under, it makes Bognor Regis fairly particular.

Now, through the years, Bognor Regis has had one thing of a nasty rap – however don’t let that put you off, there’s a lot to see and do across the shoreline for a bit of seaside journey. For example, Aldwick Seashore is wonderful, lengthy and completely lovely to go to for a day on the seaside. Sure, it is likely to be a shingle seashore, however it’s nonetheless price a gander when within the space. 

Additionally, Bognor Regis is a superb place to go to for those who’re searching for a extra reasonably priced seaside location to take in the solar. 

Learn extra: Finest seashores in England to go to

14.) Eastbourne, East Sussex

Deemed as Brighton’s bustling cousin, Eastbourne is a less expensive various to Brighton however nonetheless a reasonably epic place to go to. Better of all, you’re going to get to expertise the identical sunny days and sunshine current in Brighton, however for a extra reasonably priced finances (for those who head to Eastbourne).

Right here, there are virtually 1,900 hours of sunshine per 12 months, so this can be a good spot to discover so that you can discover good seashores you may take a dip in or the place you may watch the solar set or shine. The shoreline right here is gorgeous. 

As you discover the broader space, make sure that to walk the cliffs at Birling Hole and Seven Sisters Cliffs. It’s completely beautiful. Although by no means enterprise near the cliff edge. These cliffs are crumbly and erode fairly often, which makes them very harmful. All the time hearken to native recommendation and keep secure.  

15.) Aberpoth/Tresaith

Generally known as a pure suntrap and a champion of West Wales, Aberporth and Tresaith are two, side-by-side, lovely locations the place you may calm down and luxuriate in nature and the Cambrian shoreline that’s so particular

Now, for me, Tresiath, though small, is the winner in relation to locations to go to. Not simply because it’s one of many sunniest locations within the UK, however it’s oh so quaint. It’s solely acquired one beautiful pub (The Ship Inn) and a stunning seashore and waterfall that make it an awesome spot to sit back. 

Better of all, you may see among the most awe-inspiring sunsets from Tresaith. It’s beautiful, and the solar units proper over Cardigan Bay. 

Learn extra: Finest locations in West Wales to go to

16.) Salcombe, Devon

Perched on the south coast of Devon, Salcombe is a historic fishing city that hugs the shores. Though comparatively small, Salcombe is one quintessential British vacation that’s completely lovely. Plus, with it being one of many sunniest locations within the UK, Salcombe is ideal to go to in summer season, with the lengthy days and sunny evenings. 

Additionally, if it’s a seashore you’re after, head to Strete Gate. It’s an extended stretch of sandy seashore that’s completely unspoilt and exquisite on a sunny day. Have the perfect time! 

Learn extra: Finest locations to go to in Devon

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