The days are getting shorter, Halloween costumes are making their way onto shop shelves and there’s a chill in the air that can only mean one thing: Autumn is here.
Just because the summer’s over doesn’t mean there are no more touring opportunities on the horizon. With October half-term fast approaching, it’s time to start planning your next adventure.
To simplify choosing your next caravanning destination, the experts at LotteryCritic.com have come up with a list of the cosiest UK towns and cities to visit this spooky season.
They decided to analyse general factors associated with cosiness, such as rainfall, sunshine hours, wind speed and the number of days with snow or frost.
Out of the top 15 towns and cities, seven of them are situated in Scotland. Inverness snagged the title of the cosiest Autumn destination, with 168 mm of rainfall and 22 days with frost on the ground. East Kilbride took second place and Aberdeen, Livingston and Edinburgh also made the list.
With a vast selection of events, activities and getaways to enjoy this Autumn, Scotland is a fantastic country to explore on four wheels regardless of the weather. Additionally, there are plenty of hiking trails, beaches and hidden gems to explore – just be sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing.
The third cosiest city in the UK is Carlisle, located in Cumbria, England which is expected to have 104 mm of rainfall and 82 sunshine hours – ideal conditions for cosying up in your leisure vehicle with a cup of hot chocolate and a good book.
Other cosy places to explore in your caravan include Cumbernauld, Bolton, Halifax, Huddersfield and Darlington.
If you’re not ready to embrace the fall weather, then head to Sittingbourne in Kent. The town receives just 65 mm of rainfall and 121 hours of sunshine per month during the Autumn season.
As the weather becomes increasingly unpredictable, it’s a good idea to plan adventures that aren’t entirely dependent on outdoor activities. Consider a themed road trip and ensure you always have a backup plan that includes indoor activities to keep everyone happy.
There are plenty of spots to pitch up throughout the UK that are open all year round. So if you want to plan a touring holiday before winter sets in, then head to one of these cosy locations in the UK.
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