Unearth Britain’s Beauty on a Scenic Walk with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
With summer staycations in demand more than ever, travellers have plenty to discover on their own doorstep with some of Britain’s most beautiful counties within easy reach, providing off the beaten track trails to explore and wilderness to walk into the heart of.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company by number of properties, has a number of hotels in prime locations for travellers looking for everything from outdoor adventures to historic attractions and peaceful countryside trails.
Here are five properties that are ideal locations for exploring the beauty of Britain:
Discover Culture and Uncover History in Cambridge
Conveniently located in under just a 20-minute car ride from the hustle and bustle of Cambridge centre, Ramada by Wyndham Cambridge offers the perfect location for guests to discover all that the historic city has to offer. Guests can start their adventure on the Cambridge City Circular Walk, a 6.4-kilometre loop trail around the famous university, with opportunities to enjoy many of the luscious green parks and open spaces such as Jesus Green and Parker’s Piece, while admiring the city’s stunning architecture along the way. The trail is perfect for those looking for a leisurely stroll to bird watch and take in picturesque vistas of River Cam, and the chance to visit attractions such as The Fitzwilliam Museum, and Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial alongside the University.
Ramada by Wyndham Cambridge makes the perfect base to return to after a day of exploring Cambridge’s breath-taking scenery, with comfortable rooms each featuring flat screen TV’s, complimentary Wi-Fi, and balcony options available.
Room rates from £72 on a room-only basis, based on two people sharing for three nights.
Trail Through Leeds for Family Fun
Ramada by Wyndham Leeds East welcomes guests with the opportunity to explore notable attractions in Leeds from its easily accessible location just off of the M1 motorway. Temple Newsam Park and Estate is on guests’ doorstep offering smaller strolls for families and children around the estate’s grounds and the opportunity to explore 40 rooms of priceless treasures at the historic Temple Newsam house. Guests can also have an equally fun day at locations just under a 20-minute drive away including Roundhay Park with 700 acres of gardens and lakes, and Tropical World home to the largest tropical plant and animal collections outside of Kew Gardens where they can trek through a rainforest and see meerkats up close.
Ramada by Wyndham Leeds East offers a relaxing base for respite after energetic days, with on-site dining, complimentary Wi-Fi and a fitness centre.
Room rates from £37 on a room-only basis, based on two people sharing, based on two people sharing for three nights.
A Welsh Walking Trek Through Woodlands
Based in North Wales just one mile from Wrexham Town Centre, Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Wrexham is an ideal place to stay for guests looking for a challenging walk to tick off their list. The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, the largest in Britain that meanders along the canal is just a quick 15-minute drive away. The Llangollon Canal Walk to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct trail boasts stunning river and woodland views paired with glorious Welsh countryside and hilltop sights. Encompassing 13.8 kilometres, the trail can be explored by foot or bike.
Guests can rest aching limbs after adventure fuelled days in the hotel’s fitness centre with its jacuzzi and sauna before treating themselves to room service.
Room rates from £63 on a room-only basis, based on two people sharing for three nights.
Hike through the Hills of Hampshire
In a prime location just off of the A34, Days Inn by Wyndham Sutton Scotney South is close to many sites and attractions in Hampshire. Guests can tread upon the hills of The Hampshire Downs by taking on the Alresford Watercress Trail, just a 12-minute drive away. The 7.4-kilometre loop trail swings north and west through ancient lanes and farm tracks to reach Old Alresford with its beautiful church, before returning alongside streams to New Alresford. The idyllic riverside paths showcase the crystal clear fast-running water of Hampshire's renowned watercress industry. Those with an appetite for history may head six miles south to the grand halls of Winchester Castle for the day, which houses the legendary Round Table or take a tour of Highclere Castle, country home of the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon, and site of the popular television series Downton Abbey.
Days Inn by Sutton Scotney South is pet friendly and has a large free of charge parking lot accommodating vehicles of all sizes, from motorcycles to RVs, making it the perfect base for families, friends, and four legged friends exploring the UK by car.
Room rates from £51 on a room-only basis, based on two people sharing for three nights.
Become One with Nature in the Lake District
Situated right by the scenic Killington Reservoir, guests staying at Days Inn by Wyndham Kendal Killington can enjoy a 3.3 mile circular stroll, cycle or picnic around the lake and are within easy reach of a number of routes through the Lake District National Park and Lake Windermere. This Killington trail boasts a bird hide and stunning views across the water to the Cumbrian hills, with opportunities for guests to partake in fishing and water sport activities available during the summer months. Those looking for a scenic walk further afield, can embark on an adventure through the idyllic White Moss woods and Rydal Cave, located just under an hour’s drive from the hotel.
Guests can unwind comfortably and take advantage of complimentary Wi-Fi, the flat-screen TVs and onsite restaurants at the pet-friendly hotel.
Room rates from £67 on a room-only basis, based on two people sharing for three nights.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts in the UK and around the world participate in Wyndham Rewards, the company’s award-winning loyalty programme offering 87 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. To book any of the above hotels, please visit http://www.wyndhamhotels.com.
**Room rates are correct at time of media distribution, based on currency exchange rate and subject to availability.