The UK staycation has well and truly cemented itself as a summer favourite. With the rising cost of overseas travel, unpredictable airport queues, and the genuine beauty of the British Isles, more families and groups than ever are choosing to holiday on home soil.
What a lot of people don’t realise is that DM Airport Transfers isn’t just for airport runs. We cover any UK destination — including some of the country’s best holiday spots. Flying into a UK airport and need a transfer onwards? Heading from your home directly to a Lake District cottage or a Cornwall coastal resort? We’ve got it covered.
Here are the top UK staycation spots to reach by transfer this summer, plus everything you need to know about getting there in comfort.
1. The Lake District, Cumbria
The Lake District is the UK’s most famous national park and one of the most stunning holiday destinations in Europe. Lakes, mountains, charming villages, and incredible walking — it’s a summer staycation classic.
Where to base yourself: Windermere, Ambleside, Keswick, or Bowness-on-Windermere.
Why families love it: Boat trips on Windermere, Beatrix Potter’s world, kid-friendly hikes, and brilliant pub lunches.
Transfer options: Direct from your North West postcode, or onward from Manchester Airport for those flying in from abroad.
2. Cornwall
Cornwall is the UK’s answer to the Mediterranean — golden beaches, turquoise water, surf culture, and seafood that genuinely rivals anywhere in Europe.
Where to base yourself: Newquay, St Ives, Padstow, Falmouth, or Polzeath.
Why families and couples love it: Surfing lessons, dolphin spotting, coastal walks, and the famous Eden Project.
Transfer options: From any UK airport or your front door. Long-distance transfers are our speciality.
3. The Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors
Yorkshire’s two national parks offer some of the most beautiful countryside in the UK. Rolling hills, dry-stone walls, traditional villages, and proper Yorkshire hospitality.
Where to base yourself: Skipton, Hawes, Helmsley, or Whitby for the coastal option.
Why visitors love it: Endless walking trails, friendly market towns, and stunning scenery from Heartbeat and All Creatures Great and Small.
Transfer options: From any North West, North East, or Midlands postcode, or from Leeds Bradford or Manchester Airport.
4. Edinburgh and the Scottish Highlands
Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and the Highlands are right on its doorstep. Combine the two for a truly memorable summer holiday.
Where to base yourself: Edinburgh city centre, Pitlochry, Aviemore, or Fort William.
Why visitors love it: Edinburgh’s history and Royal Mile, the Highlands’ lochs and mountains, whisky distilleries, and unforgettable scenery.
Transfer options: From any UK postcode, or onward from Edinburgh or Glasgow Airport.
5. The Cotswolds
Honey-coloured villages, manicured gardens, and the kind of pubs and tea rooms that make you feel like you’ve stepped onto a postcard.
Where to base yourself: Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, or Chipping Campden.
Why couples and families love it: Romantic stays, family-friendly farms and parks, and incredible food.
Transfer options: Direct from your postcode, or onward from Birmingham, Bristol, or Heathrow Airport.
6. The Pembrokeshire Coast, Wales
The UK’s only coastal national park — and one of the most beautiful in Europe. Cliffs, secret beaches, puffin colonies, and crystal-clear water that wouldn’t look out of place in the Caribbean.
Where to base yourself: Tenby, Saundersfoot, St Davids, or Newgale.
Why families love it: Boat trips to puffin islands, surf-friendly beaches, and brilliant family-run B&Bs.
Transfer options: Direct from your home, or onward from Cardiff, Bristol, or Birmingham Airport.
7. The Devon Coast
From the rugged surf beaches of North Devon to the genteel seaside towns of South Devon, this is a county made for summer staycations.
Where to base yourself: Salcombe, Dartmouth, Woolacombe, Croyde, or Sidmouth.
Why families love it: Sandy beaches, ice cream every day, and proper Devon cream teas.
Transfer options: Long-distance transfers from across the UK, or onward from Bristol or Exeter Airport.
8. The Norfolk Broads and North Norfolk Coast
One of the UK’s hidden gems — a network of inland waterways perfect for boating holidays, plus a stunning, unspoilt coast just to the north.
Where to base yourself: Wroxham, Horning, Cromer, or Wells-next-the-Sea.
Why visitors love it: Family boating holidays, traditional seaside towns, and brilliant fish and chips.
Transfer options: Long-distance transfers from across the UK, or onward from Stansted, Luton, or Norwich.
9. The Isle of Wight
The UK’s sunniest holiday spot, just a short ferry across the Solent. Beach huts, family piers, and that classic British summer feel.
Where to base yourself: Shanklin, Sandown, Cowes, or Ventnor.
Why families love it: Sandy beaches, family-friendly attractions like Blackgang Chine, and Bestival’s home territory.
Transfer options: From your UK postcode to the Portsmouth or Southampton ferry terminals.
10. The Jurassic Coast, Dorset
The UK’s only natural World Heritage Site — 95 miles of dramatic cliffs, fossil-strewn beaches, and stunning coastal scenery.
Where to base yourself: Lyme Regis, West Bay, Weymouth, or Swanage.
Why families love it: Fossil hunting on the beaches, Durdle Door, and proper Dorset cream teas.
Transfer options: Long-distance from across the UK, or onward from Bournemouth, Bristol, or Southampton Airport.
11. The Peak District
England’s first national park and a brilliant choice for families and walkers based in the Midlands or North.
Where to base yourself: Bakewell, Castleton, Ashbourne, or Buxton.
Why visitors love it: Stunning walks, classic English villages, and Bakewell tarts straight from the source.
Transfer options: From any North West, Yorkshire, or Midlands postcode, or onward from Manchester or East Midlands Airport.
12. The Suffolk Coast
Charming, quieter, and more refined than some of the busier UK coasts. Perfect for couples and families who want a slower pace.
Where to base yourself: Aldeburgh, Southwold, or Walberswick.
Why visitors love it: Pebble beaches, brilliant seafood, independent shops, and beautiful Georgian seaside towns.
Transfer options: Long-distance transfers from across the UK, or onward from Stansted or Norwich Airport.
13. The Lake District meets Yorkshire: the Dales-and-Lakes combo
For travellers who want a longer break, combining a few nights in the Lake District with a few in the Yorkshire Dales is one of the most rewarding holidays the UK offers.
Transfer options: Pickup from home, transfers between bases mid-holiday, and onward to airports for return flights.
14. The Welsh Mountains: Snowdonia
Mountains, mountain railways, lakes, and proper Welsh hospitality. Perfect for active families and adventure groups.
Where to base yourself: Betws-y-Coed, Llanberis, or Beddgelert.
Why visitors love it: Climb Snowdon, ride the mountain railway, ziplines, and stunning scenery.
Transfer options: From any North West postcode, or onward from Manchester or Liverpool Airport.
How airport transfers work for staycations
You might wonder why someone would use an “airport transfer” service for a staycation. The answer is simple: we’re not just airport transfers. We’re a full UK door-to-door service.
Here’s how our staycation customers typically use us:
Direct home-to-destination transfers: Skip the long drive yourself. Get picked up from your front door and dropped at your holiday cottage, hotel, or resort.
Fly-and-go transfers: Flying into a UK airport from abroad and travelling onwards? We can pick you up at arrivals and take you direct to your UK holiday spot.
Return transfers: Get a stress-free ride back home at the end of your holiday — no tired driving on the M6.
Multi-stop trips: Combining a few different UK destinations into one holiday? We’ll handle the transfers between them.
Group staycations: Family reunions, friend group trips, or villa-style holidays in the UK — we’ve got the right vehicle.
Why UK travellers choose DM Airport Transfers for staycations
UK-wide coverage: From any UK postcode to any UK destination.
Full fleet: Saloons, executive cars, MPVs, and 8-seater minibuses.
Fixed pricing: Confirmed upfront, no surge fees, no surprises.
Long-distance specialists: We’re used to multi-hour cross-country routes.
Child seats on request: At no extra cost for family staycations.
Plenty of luggage room: For suitcases, beach gear, walking boots, and anything else a UK holiday demands.
24/7 service: Whatever the hour, whatever the destination.
Fully licensed, DBS-checked drivers: Safe, professional, reliable.
Tips for booking your staycation transfer
A few quick tips:
Book early: UK summer holidays peak hard — slots fill fast for July and August.
Send your full postcode and destination address: For accurate fare quotes.
Tell us about luggage: Bikes, golf clubs, surfboards, walking gear — anything extra so we send the right vehicle.
Confirm group size: We’ll match you to the right vehicle.
Plan the return: Book both legs to lock in pricing and availability.
Book your UK staycation transfer today
Whether you’re heading to the Lake District for a long weekend, the Cornish coast for a family fortnight, or the Cotswolds for a romantic break, DM Airport Transfers will get you there in comfort.
Skip the motorway exhaustion, the parking bills, and the stress of long-distance driving. Let us handle the journey so you can focus on the holiday.
