Take an Easter road trip adventure with these beautiful drives from five of Britain’s biggest cities
The car journeys, which leave from London, Birmingham, Sheffield, Manchester and Glasgow, can all be done in a day
It’s easy to turn to cheap flights to Europe when you need a break from city life, but there are plenty of places you can visit in the UK that don’t need quite so much planning.
As a small island that can be comfortably covered by car, the UK offers easy access to a whole host of places that are rich in history, dripping with culture and boasting stunning views of nature.
To help you embrace your spontaneous side, have pulled together the best road trips that depart from five of the UK’s major cities.
Whether it’s a case of grabbing the SatNav, filling up the petrol tank and hitting the open road, or perhaps even hiring a car for a day, there’s adventure waiting for you a lot closer to home than you might think.
Manchester: Snake Pass
Drive on the A57: Around 2.5 hours round trip
The A57, a road that – if followed between Manchester and Sheffield – is better known as Snake Pass, is famed for its spectacular scenery.
As you descend into Snake Pass, each and every twist and turn (be warned, there are plenty) will reveal a new perspective of the breathtaking valley that surrounds you.
In the heart of it lies Ladybower Reservoir, which is perfect for a picnic and even a dip if the weather permits.
Returning from the Sheffield side on a clear day, the entire city of Manchester can be admired in the distance.
Sheffield: Bakewell
Drive on the A625: Around 3.5 hours round trip