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18 Jul 2024
Same old summer holiday trips? Jeep® and Ordnance Survey unveil the top 15 ‘off the beaten track’ spots for kids
Parents struggle with inspiration for where to take their kids, as 44% take their children to the same places every summer holiday Best Great British lesser-known outdoor summer locations for kids revealed by Jeep and Ordnance Survey More than half of parents (56%) want to avoid tourist hotspots over the summer Nearly two-thirds (61%) say the cost-of-living crisis is affecting their summer holiday plans £3.49 billion collectively spent on kids each summer holiday as families spend an average of £425 to keep children entertained Explore a total of 100 ‘off the beaten track’ locations via an interactive map
- Parents struggle with inspiration for where to take their kids, as 44% take their children to the same places every summer holiday
- Best Great British lesser-known outdoor summer locations for kids revealed by Jeep and Ordnance Survey
- More than half of parents (56%) want to avoid tourist hotspots over the summer
- Nearly two-thirds (61%) say the cost-of-living crisis is affecting their summer holiday plans
- £3.49 billion collectively spent on kids each summer holiday as families spend an average of £425 to keep children entertained
- Explore a total of 100 ‘off the beaten track’ locations via an interactive map
The top 15 free ‘off the beaten track’ locations to explore with the kids this summer have been revealed by Jeep®.
According to a survey of 1,000 parents commissioned by Jeep in collaboration with Ordnance Survey, 44% of parents end up taking their children to the same places every summer holiday1.
The top reasons for doing so include familiarity/comfort (53%), children wanting to go to the same places (48%), a lack of inspiration on new places (32%), not being able to afford to visit other locations (29%) and not having time to research new places to visit (28%)1.
In addition, 56% of parents said they want to avoid tourist hotspots1, suggesting crowded and popular places are not what parents are looking for.
Families spend an average of £425 on their kids’ summer holiday activities, but 61% say the cost-of-living crisis is affecting their summer holiday plans with their children1.
According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), there are 8.2 million families in the UK with dependent children2, meaning a collective sum of £3.49 billion is spent on kids’ activities each summer holiday.
Therefore, 42% of parents said they won’t travel abroad this summer, with a limited budget being the biggest challenge to keeping kids entertained (50%). 48% of those said it is easier to travel within the UK with children and 44% will do so to save time by staying in the country1.
The national spread of ‘off the beaten track’ locations in England, Scotland and Wales are all free to visit. They have also been selected based on analysis of walking route data in the popular OS Maps app, obtaining expert tips from the network of Ordnance Survey outdoor ambassadors and online reviews.
An easy-to-explore interactive map contains a total of 100 ‘off the beaten track locations’ to help parents plan their kids’ summer holidays and keep them entertained.
Kris Cholmondeley, Managing Director at Jeep UK said: “Summer holidays with the kids can be challenging, requiring a lot of energy, planning and resources, so we want to help inspire parents with some fresh ideas for adventure.
“We’ve focused our top 15 ‘off the beaten track’ outdoor locations on places that are free to visit, as keeping costs down is a top priority for parents. These locations showcase the very best of the Great British outdoors, yet those that are lesser known to the wider public.”
Top 15 ‘off the beaten track’ spots for kids:
England:
Shingle Street, Suffolk
An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Shingle Street and its naturally occurring lagoon is a great place to unwind. A sunrise swim here is like being on another planet.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Swimming, Wildlife, Beach
Higger Tor, Peak District
A beautiful rocky vantage point in the Peak District is just a short walk from the car park.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Viewpoint, Walking, Dogs
Grasmere Common, Lake District
A quieter area of the Lake District with a unique landscape. Nearby is Black Moss Pot, a lovely spot for wild swimming. About a 45-minute walk from the nearest village.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Swimming, Hiking, Mountain Biking
Porth Joke Beach, Cornwall
A quiet cove with golden sands, perfect for beachcombing and quiet picnics.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Picnics, Family, Swimming, Beach
Stonehouse, Gloucestershire
A unique abandoned boat house next to a lake - formerly used by residents of a nearby 19th-century Victorian mansion.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Walking, Dogs, Picnics
Wales:
Llŷn Peninsula, Pwllheli
A lesser-visited peninsula with serene beaches and quiet coastal paths. Especially quiet out of season.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Beach, Watersports, Wildlife, Wa
Fall Bay, Rhossili, Swansea
Vast sandy stretches and views of Worm’s Head.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Beach, Swimming, Family, Coastal
Arthog Waterfalls, Snowdonia National Park
A moderate uphill walk through ancient woods and traditional Welsh stone walls will uncover a group of waterfalls cascading down the hillside.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Waterfall, Hiking, Photography, Dogs
Gronant Dunes, Prestatyn
Sand dunes and beaches to die for, this is a perfect spot to let kids and dogs run free. It’s an ideal spot to watch the sun go down as well.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Dogs, Beach
Porth y Ogof, Brecon
The largest entrance of any cave in Wales, deep in Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons).
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Caving, Walking
Scotland:
Aberlady Bay, East Lothian
A haven for birdwatchers, this peaceful bay offers pleasant coastal walks.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Wildlife, Birdwatching, Beach, Walking
Loch Skeen, Moffat
Tucked away in the Southern Uplands, Loch Skeen is perfect for a tranquil day of fishing and easy walks. It feeds the 60-metre-high Grey Mare’s Tail waterfall.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Fishing, Walking, Waterfall, Scenic
Talisker Bay, Isle of Skye
Talisker Bay has a quiet secluded beach best visited at low tide. To reach it, there’s a pleasant 20-minute walk through green fields. When the tide is out beyond the rocks, you’ll marvel at its black volcanic sands.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Walking, Photography, Island, Coastal
Lindisfarne, Holy Island
Holy Island is a pint-sized island that holds pubs and cafés a-plenty, coastal Lindisfarne Castle and ancient Lindisfarne Priory.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Historic, Ancient Ruins, Walking, Dogs
Schiehallion, Perth and Kinross
A peaceful hike up Schiehallion offers breathtaking views of the Scottish Highlands.
OS Maps Pin
Categories: Hiking, Viewpoints, Climbing
ENDS
Notes to editors
1. Survey to 1,000 UK parents of kids under 12 conducted on behalf of Jeep UK by OnePoll
2. Office for National Statistics – data on UK families (based on a figure of 8.2 million families with dependent children in 2022)
Krystyna Perry, Head of PR, Jeep UK
07710 062783
Manesh Taank, PR Manager, Jeep UK
07841 569038
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