Rural Escapes

Discover the best rural escapes across Great Britain – from remote Highland glens and windswept moorlands, to peaceful river valleys, ancient woodland, and undiscovered coastal villages that most travellers drive straight past. Whether you’re searching for a countryside cottage, a wild camping adventure, a slow travel retreat, or simply somewhere to escape the crowds and reconnect with the natural world, our rural escape guides cover the most beautiful, most peaceful, and most authentic corners of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Great Britain’s countryside is extraordinary – and we’ll help you find the parts that still feel like a secret.