Vacations in the UK appear to be increasingly popular at the moment, most probably due to the economic downturn and the low value of the pound Sterling. The United Kingdom has many top vacation destinations including London (the capital city of England) and other fascinating cities plus a fine collection of seaside resorts such as; Blackpool, Bognor Regis, Bournemouth and Brighton. One town commonly overlooked is Plymouth in the south of England.

When you first arrive Plymouth appears a little plain and primarily modern, but investigating a little deeper and you will very quickly find that the city of Plymouth has a rich history and a deep association with the sea. As far back as the 16th C the town has had a busy port. In fifteen eighty eight Francis Drake embarked from the port to successfully defend the English from the Spanish Armada. Another historic moment occurred in sixteen twenty when the Pilgrim Fathers embarked from the port.

It is possible to enjoy inexpensive Plymouth weekend city breaks by booking Plymouth bed and breakfast rather than booking rooms in a overpriced hotel. A simple online search will reveal that rooms are available from as little as £29 a night and many guest houses have reasonably priced dinners also, commonly equal to, or less costly than local restaurants.

Tourist Attractions In Plymouth

There are a great many interesting places in the town which are worth a visit. Popular visitor attractions include; Smeaton’s Tower and Plymouth Dome, the Barbican district, the Elizabethan House and the Royal Citadel. A boat cruise around the waters of the port is an interesting way to spend some time but if you find that you have more time why not take a day out to places outside Plymouth, such as; Saltram House, Mount Edgcumbe or Buckland Abbey.

Saltram House is a lovely Tudor Mansion which is situated 2m east of the town of Plymouth, Mount Edgcumbe is another Tudor house with parklands, coastal paths and landscaped gardens, and Buckland Abbey, approximately 6 miles from Plymouth, is a Cistercian abbey which was at one time by Francis Drake and was at a later date converted into a family home.

If you and your family are currently considering spending a few weeks in the city of  Plymouth it is crucial that you book your  lodgings at the earliest opportunity because, sadly hotels in Plymouth tend to be surprisingly busy and are commonly fully booked well in advance. If you are travelling in a group you may find that Plymouth apartments are a reasonable option to Plymouth bed and breakfast accommodation. If you are visiting the United Kingdom from abroad then you could consider making a reservation for a room in hotels in London to take in the attractions of the English capital too.