The underrated British cities you must discover in 2021
From the UK s smallest city to an ecclesiastical capital in Northern Ireland.
Northern Ireland s Armagh is a top underrated UK city
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Between the hokey-cokey travel corridors, and the doom and gloom warnings against booking holidays this year, it’s safe to say that most are well and truly spooked about international travel. The staycation looks certain to boom this year, as it did in 2020. Longer trips are also finding favour – city breaks, once so beloved, are being left by the wayside.
I love a city break, however, and can’t wait to have them back as an international holiday option again. There’s only so much holiday you can take in a year, and a long weekend allows you to see more destinations than you otherwise would. A two-night trip to Madrid, Paris or Rome elevates a weekend into something magical – these kinds of trips make up some of my best memories.
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This area of Wales has been named the best in the UK for a bit of peace and quiet
If you want to visit, however, you ll have to wait until lockdown restrictions are eased
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Powys has topped a list of the most peaceful and quiet places to spend time in the UK (Image: Mark Lewis)
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The woodland classroom at Johnston CP Outdoor learning across the county has received a welcome boost over the past 12 months as a result of additional funding secured by the Pembrokeshire Outdoor Schools (PODS) project, which has covered the cost of a co-ordinator working directly with schools. Thanks to financial backing from the People’s Postcode Local Trust and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Trust, the PODS co-ordinator has been able to help with the delivery of high quality, curriculum-linked learning experiences in school grounds and local outdoor spaces. Part of the co-ordinator’s role is also to bring together local and national organisations, including Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority’s discovery team, teachers and head teachers.