With a new year comes new inspiration to do and see more, and for some truly scenic sights that are well worth a visit, you need look no further than an amazing holiday in the UK. Why not start out the year right by booking a break to visit one of these beautiful locations?

Jurassic Coast

The rugged scenery of the Jurassic Coast extends around 96 miles from Exmouth in East Devon to Dorset’s Studland Bay. Not only do its rock formations serve as a geological record of 185 million years of Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous prehistory, it’s also a gorgeous place to visit, with craggy cliffs and beautiful bays spanning its length.

Though the entire region is well worth exploring, one landmark that really stands out is the natural limestone arch in Dorset that’s known as Durdle Door. This incredible rock formation was formed by the power of the ocean waves eroding a hole through part of the cliff which jutted out into the ocean. Not far from Durdle Door is another highlight of the Jurassic Coast, the horseshoe-shaped Lulworth Cove.

The Cotswolds

The Cotswolds are officially designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and it’s not difficult to see why. This vast landscape of rolling hills and unspoilt countryside runs through the counties of Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Wiltshire and Worcestershire and makes the perfect place for a walking or cycling holiday.

It’s not just nature that provides the picturesque setting here, either; the little towns and villages dotted around the region are renowned for their charming ambience. The traditional cottages found in many of these places are often built from the local honey-coloured Cotswold stone, which only enhances their appeal.

If you’re looking for a place to holiday in the Cotswolds, why not book one of our Cotswold Cottages in Oxfordshire? These gorgeous and luxurious properties each have their own unique style, and you’ll find something to suit any type of holiday, from romantic escapes to big group get-togethers. The estate features an indoor swimming pool, a relaxing spa, and a well-equipped gym, all open to guests, as well as plenty of space for kids to play.

Cheddar Gorge

Somerset’s Mendip Hills have a lot to recommend them, but one particularly popular landmark is that of Cheddar Gorge. A climb to the top of the soaring cliffs will grant you spectacular views that stretch for miles around.

After that, you can journey from far above the ground to far below with a visit to the famous show caves. Gough’s Cave is over 500,000 years old and has been used by humans for various purposes since prehistoric times, and even today it’s still used for maturing Cheddar cheese. Step into history as you explore these stunning caverns.

These luxury lodges with hot tubs are perfect for a break in Somerset, ideally situated for visiting Cheddar Gorge & Caves just a few miles away, as well as heading to Wookey Hole and other parts of the Mendip Hills. The park is home to a range of truly luxurious lodges with private hot tubs, large verandas, and a variety of modern amenities to really make your stay a special one. There’s even an on-site Cider Barn so you can sample the local speciality.

Thetford Forest

Thetford Forest is a vast area of woodland which spans parts of Norfolk and Suffolk. This striking location is the largest lowland pine forest in Britain, covering an area of more than 47,000 acres. It’s an ideal location for a peaceful day spent among the trees, with sites such as Harling Woods, Lynford Stag, and Great Hockham perfect for a peaceful walk. If you’d prefer an adrenaline-fuelled adventure, head to Go Ape at High Lodge where you can take to the treetops with the high ropes course or whizz through the forest on the Segway trail.

Though Thetford Forest is technically a man-made environment, it also hosts a rich range of wildlife. You can visit Lynford Arboretum if you’d like to see a particularly fine variety of bird and plant life, and parts of the woodland have been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest for their biodiversity.

Less formally, Thetford Forest has also been cited as one of the most Instagrammable beauty spots in the UK, ranking ninth out of the top 25 forests which had images uploaded to popular photo-sharing website Instagram, so if your interests trend more towards the social media side of things you’re sure to find the perfect selfie spot here.

Hopefully, we’ve given you a little new year’s inspiration for some locations and landmarks that you don’t want to miss out on - but be warned, 2020 holidays are selling out fast, so if you want to be sure to see the sights of your ideal holiday destination, book your UK break today. With our huge selection of cottages, lodges, caravans, apartments and more, you’re sure to find accommodation that’s right for you.