21 Great Ideas for an Adults Day Out in England
There are so many great places to go for an adults day out in England, to get away from any whiny kids – yours or other people’s. Here’s some inspiration to get out there and see England, with the freedom only being with other adults brings.
It doesn’t matter what your favourite pastimes are. Perhaps you’re an adventurer who’s always longed to skydive or surf the waves at the coast. Or maybe you prefer a spot of birdwatching or hiking in nature. It’s also quite alright if you’d much rather kick back with a glass of wine and let your hair down.
However you plan to enjoy your time with other adults, I’m here to provide you with some ideas and show you the best places to try various activities.
1. Take a hike
If you’re an active person and love being out and about in nature, then why not spend your time away from the kids exploring the countryside on a hike? You could climb a mountain, such as Scafell Pike in Cumbria or Pen y Ghent in the Yorkshire Dales.
If you prefer something a bit more leisurely, then the Malvern Hills in Worcestershire are a great option, as is the winding path along Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland and Cornwall’s South West Coast Path, with spectacular coastal views along its entire length. One of my favourite places to hike is the mountains of the Lake District.
Wherever you decide to hike, you can enjoy the classic English scenery of rolling hills, stunning coastline and well-trodden muddy paths, accompanied only by the melody of song birds and the cows mooing.
2. Enjoy a spot of wine tasting
Quite the reverse from hiking, you may wish to enjoy a few glasses of wine instead. Wine tasting is slightly more sophisticated than just getting sloshed, but it is nevertheless a great way to enjoy a tipple or two with your other half or your friends.
There are hundreds of vineyards and wineries dotted all over the country. Many of these offer guided tours and wine tasting, representing one of the best days out for adults in England.
Some of the best vineyards in the country include Hush Heath Estate in Kent, and Rathfinny Estate in East Sussex. Many of England’s best vineyards are tucked away in the countryside (particularly in Sussex and Kent), so it’s worth planning how you’ll get between them. If you’d rather not worry about driving after a tasting, booking a private car transfer can make the day feel far more relaxed, and you can focus on the wine rather than the logistics.
The Chapel Down Winery is one of the finest wine producers in England. Spanning on an area of 22 acres, this vineyard is open for visitors all over the year. Visit with your mates for a refreshing wine tasting and tour before dining at the open-air terrace of the restaurant The Swan.
