For those who aren't enamoured by sunbathing and sandy shores, the North of England might just serve as an idyllic getaway. The trend for staycations has surged recently, but Britain's capricious weather deters some from a week-long retreat in Cornwall or Devon, whose charms largely hinge on climate. Moreover, oftentimes the total cost of a seaside UK stayfactoring in pricey B&Bs and train farescan exceed that of a sunny Spanish or Greek holiday.
Nonetheless, if you're unfazed by the prospect of rain and cooler temperatures, there's a treasure trove of stunning villages nestled in the English countryside that are frequently bypassed by tourists. Travel blogger Sandy, from London, ventured to Lancashire and came back thoroughly charmed. Downham, described as 'sleepy' and seemingly 'frozen in time', captivated her with its lack of road signs or TV satellites.
Read More Related Articles Cadbury's new Dairy Milk flavour sparks backlash as fans urge 'stop tampering with recipe' Read More Related Articles Cadbury fans praise 'best ever chocolate' back on shelves after 20 years "It is also home to many mystical places such as the eerie Pendle Sculpture Trail, the haunted Samlesbury Hall, and the Harry Potter-esque bookshop, Halewood and Sons," she highlighted. "Another highlight for us was the secret Hatchbrook waterfall which really wasn't easy to find." Culinary delights were plentiful according to Sandy, who praised the quintessential pub fare, local ales, and classic afternoon t.
