Enjoy off-peak tours
From escaping the crowds to saving on site costs, there are plenty of benefits to touring out of season. Enjoy beauty spots at your leisure, cruise quieter roads and help the local economy.
September
Lake District
Best for… Colourful woodland walks
Don’t miss… Kendal Torchlight Gathering, Cumbria
When 28 September 2024
kendaltorchlightcarnival.co.uk
October
Shropshire
Best for… Lively market towns
Don’t miss… Shropshire Oktoberfest
When 4-5 October 2024 shropshireoktoberfest.co.uk
November
Edinburgh
Best for… Nightlife, bars and cafés
Don’t miss… Scots Fiddle Festival
When 15-17 November 2024 scotsfiddlefestival.com
December
York
Best for… Festive fun, great pubs
Don’t miss… York Christmas Festival
When December 2024 visityork.org/christmas
January
Cotswolds
Best for… Frosty walks, quiet beauty spots, cosy evenings out
Don’t miss… Burns Night events
When January 2025
cotswolds.com
February
Causeway Coast
Best for… Exploring harbour towns and rugged coastlines
Don’t miss… Belfast TradFest
When February 2025 (TBC)
belfasttraditionalmusic.com
March
Pembrokeshire
Best for… Seeing flora and fauna in spring, coastal walking and cycling
Don’t miss… St David’s Day
When 1 March 2024
visitwales.com
April
Cornwall
Best for… Longer days and warmer weather, quiet, lush gardens, lively festivals and local events
Don’t miss… Roseland Festival
When 19-28 April 2024
roselandfestival.co.uk
May
Eryri (Snowdonia)
Best for… Woodland walks and invigorating hikes, exploring castles, fascinating historic towns
Don’t miss…
Machynlleth Comedy Festival
When 3-5 May 2024
machcomedyfest.co.uk