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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Travel
Natalie Paris

The best family-friendly hotels in the UK that children will love as much as adults

Hotels with kid-friendly pools are a hit whatever the weather - (Fowey Hall)

The bank holiday is just around the corner, and with long airport queues to enter Europe, a family break in the UK is looking more tempting than ever. Thankfully, you can find hotels in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland that treat children as mini VIPs, rather than a hassle – meaning parents can carve out some much-deserved time to relax.

Whether you’re looking for a city break with plenty of attractions to keep the kids entertained, a rural adventure in the countryside, or a seaside escape with scope for rockpooling and water sports, we’ve scoured the country to find the perfect place for you and your clan. You can even stay in a luxury treehouse – surely a dream come true for many kids.

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