May Bank Holiday Guide

Welcome to our Bank Holiday Guide, a useful source of inspiration and ideas for the up-and-coming long May bank

holiday weekend. Whether you're looking for the perfect romantic escape, fun things to do with the kids, a relaxing

beach holiday or simply wishing to explore all the UK has to offer, we have a host of ideas especially for you!

Walking Breaks in the Lake District

Escape to the tranquillity and stunning landscape of the lake district on a walking trip this bank holiday. Dig out your walking boots, breathe in the fresh air and enjoy a day to remember exploring all the countryside has to offer. Many hotels offer walking maps often available at reception or staff can point you in the right direction of the area's most scenic and popular walking trials.

Must Do's by DayTake a boat on Lake Windermere, explore the Fells & Mountains of the Lake District or, if you're feeling brave, climb Scafell Pike - at 978m it's England's highest mountain.

Hotel Breaks in the Lake DistrictHere's our handy guide to the top five hotel stays, many of which offer a two night hotel stay with dinner included on the first night!

4* MacDonald Old England Spa, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3DF4* Lindeth How Hotel, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3JF3* Riverside Hotel, Kendal, LA9 6EL3* MacDonald Swan Hotel, Grasmere, LA22 9RF3* Stonecross Manor, Kendal, LA9 5HP

The Best In UK Theme Parks & AttractionsLooking for ways to entertain the children this May Bank Holiday? There's a whole host of exciting theme parks and attractions around the UK ranging from the exhilarating rides at Alton Towers, jousting fun at Warwick Castle to the tasty delights of Cadbury World and York's newest attraction opening, 'CHOCOLATE - York's sweet story‘!

Top Family Visitor AttractionsDiscover what's inside the world's biggest box of Lego at the LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Manchester or enjoy a family day out at Chester Zoo! Alternatively, discover all things chocolate at Birmingham's Cadbury World or York's brand new visitor attraction - CHOCOLATE - York's Sweet Story. Warwick Castle is an absolute must with various events going on throughout the year as well as the ‘Warner Bros. Tour – The Making of Harry Potter’ in Leavesden.

Top Theme Parks1. Alton Towers2. Thorpe Park3. Chessington World of Adventure4. Drayton Manor5. Blackpool Pleasure Beach

The Best of London TheatreThere's a host of theatre breaks and new shows opening in the West End from all time classics to brand new family musicals! Whether you're a first time visitor to the West End or a well season visitor, there's plenty to capture and excite you!

Top 3 Classics•Phantom of the Opera - Her Majesty's Theatre•Les Miserables - Queens Theatre•The Mousetrap - St. Martin's Theatre

Top 5 Musicals•Matilda the Musical - Cambridge Theatre•Shrek the Musical - Theatre Royal Drury Lane•The Wizard of Oz - London Palladium•The Lion King - Lyceum Theatre•Billy Elliot - Victoria Palace Theatre

New Shows Opening•The Lion, the witch & the Wardrobe - The threesixty

Theatre•Let it Be - Prince of Wales Theatre•Top Hat the Musical - Aldwych Theatre

Eurostar Breaks to Continental EuropeTake a trip to continental Europe and explore some of the best European city break destinations, including Paris, Paris Disneyland, Bruges, Brussels, Ghent, Ostend and more! Travel from one of three departure points; London St. Pancras, Ashford International or Ebbsfleet International. The only difficult decision is deciding on which city to explore first!

Destination SnapshotParis: Often dubbed as the ‘City of Romance’, explore the celebrated monuments, exclusive restaurants, street cafes in elegant squares and stylish shoppingBruges: Explore the busy squares, tranquil parks and quiet cobbled streets, enjoy a cruise on the romantic canals, take in some

Flemish art or sample the world-famous delicious chocolates!Brussels: Must sees include the UNESCO-listed Grand Place, central square of Brussels, Royal Museums of Ancient and Modern

Art and shopping opportunities at the exclusive designer boutiquesLille: Bursting with ten centuries of French and Flemish architecture magnificent architecture and an abundance of elegant street cafes and patisseriesDisneyland: Home to the world famous mouse and a host of your favourite Disney characters. In just 2 hours and 40 minutes, you could be walking down Main Street, riding on Big Thunder Mountain or discovering swashbuckling pirates on Pirates of

the Caribbean

European Hotel Escapes

Really get away from it all this May Bank holiday and seek the warmer climes abroad! From sunshine resorts including Malaga, the Algarve and Tenerife to fabulous city break destinations such as Rome, Barcelona and Nice. There’s a host of budget to five star luxury hotels to suit most needs; so whether you’re planning to relax on the beach, explore the hidden historic delights of the city or seeking out the vibrant entertainment on offer, you’re sure to find a hotel close by!

Best Sunshine Holiday Hotels Best European City Break Hotels3* Deya Apartments, Santa Ponsa, Majorca 4* Rafaelhoteles Diagonal Port, Barcelona3* Salou Pacific Studios, Salou, Spain 4* Amarante Arc de Triomphe, Paris4* Cegonha Country Club, Vilamoura, Portugal 3* Fortuna Hotel Rhea, Prague4* Aloha Gardens, Costa Del Sol, Spain 4* Best Western Blue Tower, Amsterdam 4* Dimitra Beach, Kos, Greece 4* Holiday Inn Rome Aurelia, Rome

Have a browse on Superbreak’s website to book your hotels for the May Bank Holiday weekend. You can also check out our extensive

range of provincial and London theatre breaks.