There’s nothing quite like the excitement of going on holiday – especially after a pandemic. But having stayed put for so long, many of us have forgotten the stress involved in planning a break – booking annual leave, sorting out transport to the airport, and researching all the landmarks, restaurants and bars to visit, for starters. And that’s on top of making sure you’ve ticked off all those everyday tasks at home before you leave.
So how about a trip that requires nothing like that level of planning – and is affordable too. We’re talking day trips that you can take on a whim and, because you’ll be travelling by train, are delightfully sustainable and easy to do. So pack a daysack and put yourself on the right track. Here are 10 day trips that will help you rediscover the fun of being spontaneous.
