The garden toy company Outdoor Toys has shared the UK’s best locations for a fun city break that the whole family will enjoy.
Whilst the weather is still fairly cold, there are many locations that offer a variety of fun activities indoor and out, with many being incredibly affordable.
According to the company, which took into account the number of family friendly attractions, green spaces and restaurants, the best city for a short break is Cardiff.
The capital of Wales, Outdoor Toys noted there are many activities that everyone will enjoy, including the second highest number of cinemas in the country, at two per 100,000 people.
Of course, there is also a range of unique attractions in the Cardiff area, including Barry Island, featuring a pleasant beach, amusement park, and a number of filming locations from the hit TV comedy Gavin & Stacey.
Also on the sea, Brighton was recommended by Outdoor Toys as another fun destination for a city break with the family.
The city is known for its seafront which features plenty of landmarks, including the Brighton Pier, which has its own fairground and minigolf course.
Families can also take advantage of a variety of fresh air walks, spanning from under the cliffs to the forests of Stanmer Park.
For food lovers, Outdoor Toys suggested taking a trip to Newcastle, noting it has over 320 family friendly restaurants per 100,000 residents, more than any other city.
The company also stated that Newcastle offers plenty of tourist attractions for all the family, such as the Wetland Centre and Ouseburn Farm.
Value-seeking travellers can also take advantage of a number of free activities found across the city, including The Discovery Museum and natural areas such as Jesmond Dene.
Finally, the company advised a trip to Northampton, in particular for its healthy yet fun activities for all the family.
Outdoor Toys highlighted that the city has 10.88 parks and green spaces, 9.14 swimming pools and 3.48 play gyms per 100,000 people.
Additionally, families looking for unique attractions can also appreciate 78 Derngate, the award-winning house that was designed by architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1916, and the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery.
Source: express.co.uk