Start with a place you can visit in a day and return on Sunday night. A 2‑hour drive from London to Oxford gives you historic colleges, a river walk and a pint at the Eagle & Child. If you’re in the North, a 3‑hour trip to the Lake District offers hiking, lakeside cafés and the chance to try a local ale. Step 2: Book Accommodation in Advance Use a site that shows real‑time availability. Booking [...]