Despite the fact that Britain is not a beach resort, in coastal regions you can find cozy resorts for recreation on the beach and active sports. Windsurfing and diving are very popular in the country. Diving is most interesting where there are a lot of sunken islands. A beautiful landscape and a mild climate dispose to hiking and biking tours. Travelers can visit an incredible number of fascinating places, in Scotland alone there are more than 3 thousand castles. Unhurried and measured golf also can be attributed to the active form of entertainment, it is incredibly popular in the UK. There are numerous rivers with kayaks, rafts and catamarans. The country is very fond of horses, and therefore local sports clubs also offer horseback riding.
Equestrian sport is one of the most popular in Britain, and the British are proud of their breeds of horses, the equestrian police and traditional horse racing. You can rent a horse in almost any park, and children can ride miniature ponies. For those who are good on the saddle, you can play the original British game of polo on horseback. Golf is no less popular. There are a large number of golf clubs throughout the country, and the Dorset Club in southern England offers a hotel, spa and a cozy pub. Every summer, on the grass courts of London starts the world famous tennis tournament Wimbledon, which brings together the elite of world tennis stars. This sport is very popular in Britain, almost every major hotel has courts with experienced instructors.
Underwater diving in Britain has its own peculiarities. Underwater flora and fauna in these places is not as rich as in tropical countries, but centuries of rich history has left its imprint on the seabed. In Scapa Flow Bay, off the coast of Scotland, there are 52 wrecks of the German navy, which have been resting on the seabed for almost a hundred years. In Cornwall you can come across packs of dolphins or whale sharks, while the Farne Islands offer underwater views of soft coral, sponges and striped catfish. In Leicester County, the submerged quarry of Stony Cove is of equal interest to those taking their first steps in diving. And experienced divers will love the extreme dives off the coast of the Isle of Man. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Sailing and regattas are another sought-after recreational activity in Britain. The most popular among tourists are walks along the coast of the Isle of Wight in the south of England. The main marine attraction of the island are the chalk cliffs “Needles”. The county of Cornwall is considered a center of sailing, and the most developed infrastructure have the cities of Falmouth and Newquay. There tourists can find a large number of equipped sandy beaches for a comfortable and relaxing holiday. Falmouth is a center for sailing, and is often the starting point for annual regattas and competitions. Newquay is considered one of Britain’s most popular windsurfing breaks. Water cruises are no less fascinating, with the county of Cumbria offering a fascinating excursion on the country’s largest lake, Windermere.
Hiking is one of the most popular hikes. Hiking is best from April to October, when the climate is most conducive to travel. While traveling, you can visit ancient castles, known for the fact that their walls are inhabited by ghosts. In a castle in the county of Tyne and Wear, for example, you can hear the weeping of the ghost of the Countess Mary Elinor Bowes. Journeys can take from a few hours to several days, depending on the tour chosen. A fascinating route for a bicycle tour begins in London and passes through classic places: tourists can look into Bath, Manchester, Salisbury. The views off the coast of Northern Ireland are breathtaking. [Next]
