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A Day Out on the Coach: An A-Z Comprehensive Guide for Towns and City's in the UK.

If you're looking for a fun day out with your friends or family, look no further! In this blog post, we will provide a comprehensive guide to the best places in the UK to visit by coach. Whether you're looking for a city break or want to explore the countryside, we've got you covered. So pack your bags and get ready for an adventure!


There are so many amazing towns and cities in the UK to visit for a day out, it was hard to choose just 26! But we've done it, and here they are, starting with Aberdeen and finishing with Zeals. So pack your bags and get ready for an adventure!


Aberdeen is a city in Scotland which is known for its granite architecture. If you're looking for some history and culture, be sure to check out the Aberdeen Art Gallery, or if you prefer something more lively, head to the pubs in The Green.


Aberdeen Scotland
Aberdeen Scotland

Bath is an historic city located in Somerset. It's well known for its Roman-era baths, but there's plenty more to see and do here including shopping on Milsom Street and exploring Bath Abbey. Bath is also a great place to visit in December with the world famous Bath Christmas market, ideal to get you in the festive spirit.


West Midlands Safari Park


Birmingham is England's second largest city and offers plenty of attractions for visitors including Cadbury World, The National Sea Life Centre, West Midlands Safari Park and Birmingham Hippodrome. There's also a great mix of restaurants and bars here so you'll never be short of places to eat and drink.


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Coventry is a city in the West Midlands. It's home to many landmarks including the Coventry Cathedral and War Memorial Park, making it a great place to explore if you're interested in history.


Dundee is an exciting Scottish city located on the banks of the River Tay. You can find plenty of things to see and do here including visiting Verdant Works Museum or exploring Broughty Castle.


Ely is a historic city located in Cambridgeshire. It's well known for its stunning cathedral and river views which make it one of the most popular coach day trips from London. Popular attractions include Stained Glass Centre, Oliver Cromwell's House and Ely Museum.


Ely Cathedral Octagon Angels
Ely Cathedral Octagon Angels

Falkirk is a small town located in Scotland, which makes it the perfect destination for those looking to explore somewhere off the beaten track. There's plenty to see and do here including visiting Callendar House, taking a boat trip on The Union Canal or exploring one of Falkirk's many parks.


Glasgow is Scotland's largest city and boasts an impressive selection of attractions such as Kelvingrove Art Gallery, People's Palace and Glasgow Cathedral. It also has a thriving food and drink scene with lots of great pubs and restaurants to choose from. Glasgow is certainly one of the top attractions for city breaks by coach.



Hull is located in East Yorkshire and makes for an interesting coach trip destination. Popular attractions here include The Deep Aquarium, Ferens Art Gallery and the Humber Bridge.


Ipswich is a town located in Suffolk which is best known for its pretty waterfront area. Popular coach trip attractions here include Christchurch Mansion, Ipswich Maritime Trail and Orford Castle.


Jedburgh is a small town located in Scotland which boasts plenty of historical and cultural attractions including Jedburgh Abbey, Mary Queen of Scots House and James Thomson statue. It's also home to some gorgeous countryside so be sure to take some time to explore while you're here.

Mary Queen of Scots House Jedburgh
Mary Queen of Scots House Jedburgh


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Keswick is an attractive market town located in Cumbria. It's well known for its stunning mountain views so coach trips here are perfect for those looking to get away from it all and reconnect with nature. Popular attractions include the Castlerigg Stone Circle, Derwentwater Lake and Honister Slate Mine.


You may have thought London would be 'L' as its famous attractions include Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Westminster but we thought you'd appreciate the beautiful seaside resort of Llandudno in Wales.


Halfway there! You probably searched 'coach hire near me' or 'days trips by coach near me'. Well here is the second half of A-Z of places in the UK for a day out by coach. You might be surprised at the remaining few.

Llandudno is a seaside town located in Wales which makes it ideal for coach day trips. There's plenty to see and do here including visiting the Great Orme Country Park and viewing the impressive Llandudno Pier. Other popular attractions include nearby Conwy Castle and Bodnant Garden.


Llandudno Great Orme Tram
Llandudno Great Orme Tram

Milton Keynes is a modern city located in Buckinghamshire which has plenty of coach trip attractions to explore such as indoor ski centre Snozone, Gulliver's Land Theme Park and the National Bowl. It also has plenty of shopping and dining options so make sure you keep some time aside for that too!


Norwich is a historic city located in Norfolk, England. It's well known for its stunning cathedral and river views which make it one of the most popular coach day trips from London. Popular attractions include Stained Glass Centre, Oliver Cromwell's House and Ely Museum. Coach Hire in Norwich


Oxford is a historic city located in Oxfordshire which is well known for its stunning architecture and university. Popular attractions include Christ Church Cathedral, the Bodleian Library and Ashmolean Museum.


Coach trips to Portsmouth offer the perfect opportunity to explore this historic port town located in Hampshire. Popular attractions here include the HMS Victory Museum, Spinnaker Tower and The Mary Rose Museum. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here. So why not book a coach trip to Portsmouth today?


Quabbs, yes we never heard of it either. Quabbs is a small, scattered hamlet in the southwest of Shropshire, near the border between England and Wales. Shrewsbury is the closest town and what a gem it is. Nestled amongst the rolling Shropshire Hills and just a few miles from the Welsh border, the laidback little town of Shrewsbury is a totally gorgeous place to visit. It's the kind of place that's perfect for a day trip or weekend break, especially with all the best things to do in Shrewsbury dotted all across the town.


Shrewsbury Town Centre
Shrewsbury Historic Town Centre

Reading offers the perfect opportunity to explore this historic town located in Berkshire. Popular attractions here include the Royal Albert Hall, Madejski Stadium and Caversham Wildlife Park. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here. So why not book a coach trip to Reading today?


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Starting with the letter 'S', Southampton is a city located in Hampshire which is home to plenty of coach trip attractions. The most popular of these include Mayflower Theatre, Southampton Maritime Museum and Tudor House and Garden. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here. So why not book a coach trip to Southampton today?



Torquay which is a town located in Devon. Popular attractions here include the Riviera Centre, Torre Abbey and Kents Cavern. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here. So why not book a coach trip to Torquay today?

If you're looking for a charming historic town to visit on a coach trip, Uttoxeter is definitely worth considering. This Staffordshire town is home to some beautiful architecture and historical attractions, including the ruins of Uttoxeter Castle. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here. So why not book a coach trip to Uttoxeter today?


Vetnor If you're looking for a charming coach day trip destination, look no further than Vetnor. This small town located in the Isle of Wight is home to plenty of attractions including the Ventnor Botanic Garden, St Boniface Down and Appuldurcombe House. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here. So why not book a coach trip to Vetnor today?


Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight

Warwick offers the perfect opportunity to explore this historic town located in Warwickshire. Popular attractions here include the Warwick Castle, Royal Shakespeare Company and Guy's Cliff. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here. So why not book a coach trip to Warwick today?


X - We couldn't find any so we thought would be fine. Exmouth is a town in Devon located on the mouth of the River Exe. It's a popular tourist destination thanks to its stunning beaches and coastal scenery. Popular attractions here include the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exmouth Beach and Jurassic Coast. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here.


York offers the perfect opportunity to explore this historic city located in Yorkshire. Popular attractions here include the York Minster, National Railway Museum and Jorvik Viking Centre. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here. So why not book a coach trip to York today?


Zeals, have you ever heard of it? nor had we until we started this blog. It's a small village in Wiltshire and while there's not a lot to do here there's plenty to do in the nearby town of Yeovil. Yeovil is a town located in Somerset, England which is home to plenty of coach trip attractions. The most popular of these include the Fleet Air Arm Museum, Haynes International Motor Museum and Yeovil Country Park. There's also plenty of great shopping and dining options to enjoy while you're here.


These are just some of the coach day trips available in the UK, so be sure to explore further if you're looking for more ideas. Wherever you choose to go, coach hire near me will get you there comfortably and affordably. So why not book your coach trip today and start exploring? We hope this comprehensive guide has been useful in helping you decide on where to go for your coach day out. Happy travels!


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