6 of the Best Cheap Weekend Breaks in the UK Under £100
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Are you looking for a cheap weekend getaway but don't want to break the bank? Look no further! Which? has done some research and identified the best towns and cities with the cheapest stays for a weekend break in the UK. Wells in Somerset and Cambridge have been named as some of the top spots for a cheap weekend break in the UK, but there are also other great options available. From Llandudno in Conwy to Newcastle in Tyne and Wear, we’ve rounded up the 6 best cheap weekend breaks in the UK for under £100.
Wells, Somerset
Wells in Somerset is one of the best locations to go if you are looking for a cheap weekend break under £100. Home to the Bishops of Bath and Wells for more than 800 years, Wells boasts one of the only intact residential medieval streets in Britain, Vicars' Close. It is a walkable city with plenty to see and do and received four out of five stars for cultural sights and attractions in Which?'s city breaks survey. The cost of an average hotel stay in Wells is £91 per night.
Llandudno, Conwy
Llandudno in the North Wales county of Conwy is a great option for a cheap weekend break. It is brimming with seaside charm, with fish and chip shops and a promenade lined with pastel-coloured houses. Its retro pier juts out 700 metres into the Irish Sea and comes complete with a big wheel for those with a head for heights. Plus, the cost of an average hotel stay in Llandudno is £94 per night.
Cambridge
Cambridge is ideal for a romantic weekend break in a beautiful city steeped in history. The historic college buildings with their well-kept gardens have contributed towards its four-star rating for cultural attractions. There's also a thriving shopping scene with independent and high street stores to choose from, plus great food. A trip to Cambridge isn’t complete without a punting tour down the River Cam. The cost of an average hotel stay in Cambridge is not supplied by Which?
Filey, North Yorkshire
Filey is one of the smallest seaside resorts in Yorkshire and the place to go for a quiet and cheap break. Spend an afternoon meandering along the town’s beach, watching the waves. Dogs are welcome from October to May, when you can enjoy the full five miles of biscuit-coloured sand with your four-legged friend. The cost of an average hotel stay in Filey is £92 per night.
Newcastle, Tyne and Wear
For an affordable UK city break, Newcastle, on the banks of the River Tyne, is a great option at £93 a night on average for a hotel stay. Gateshead on the south side of the river is the place to go for independent shops, a microbrewery and street food markets. Newcastle has stacks of great restaurants to choose from and readers gave the food scene five stars.
Stirling
A night in Stirling will set you back £87 on average, the cheapest location that scored at least 80% in Which?'s city break survey. Stirling Castle was a reader favourite in the survey of historic attractions and the surrounding area offers plenty to do. From bracing walks to quiet drinks in low-key pubs and spectacular views, Stirling is a great option for a cheap weekend break.
So, if you’re looking for a cheap weekend getaway in the UK, these six locations are sure to fit the bill. From Wells in Somerset to Stirling in Scotland, you’re sure to find the perfect destination for a budget-friendly weekend break.
