Many parts of the UK coast are easily accessible for a day trip from London. London is situated in the south east and is well placed for a day by the sea or a visit to the countryside. Sussex has a wide variety of places to visit within a day including lively, arts orientated Brighton, Arundel Castle with its spectacular gardens and the beautiful Sussex Downs.

Dorset has some beautiful beaches and interesting scenery. Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door are two amazing natural sea coasts. County towns include Lyme Regis and Corfe Castle - both well worth a visit for their history and attractive equalities.

Spa towns and bathing resorts were popular 18th and 19th century destinations. Places like Bath and Malvern were both important healing centres having natural springs which have been used for centuries for their healing qualities.

The Cotswolds is famed for its beautiful rolling hills and thatched medieval villages. Stratford-upon-Avon is famous as the birthplace of William Shakespeare and is also reachable from London as part of a day tour.