How to save on your solo UK holiday adventure with Boundless

Going away needn’t always be a group affair. It’s all too easy to forget that not everyone has a family to go away with. Equally, people with families might actually quite fancy a break away on their own. Regardless of where you fit on that spectrum, there’s plenty of amazing trips on our doorstep in the UK to carve out some alone time, take in some sights, and relax and recharge in solitude. 

Of course, when going away alone, it’s also fair to consider the fact you’ve not got anyone to split costs with, meaning things can prove expensive. That’s why we’re giving you our guide to going on a solo holiday in the UK for less with the help of Boundless’ two membership options to save on travel, accommodation, and activities.

Already a Boundless member? Simply log in to gain full access to all the offers and benefits included in your membership.

Not yet a member? If you're working in or retired from the public sector or civil service, Boundless has two great membership options to choose from: Boundless and Boundless Plus. As well as getting access to exclusive events, Boundless members enjoy unlimited free or discounted entry to many of the UK’s top attractions, plus year-round deals on restaurants, holidays, shopping and much more.

Deciding on where you want to go on your UK solo adventure

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It’s so easy to forget, but the UK actually has a lot on offer. In fact, whether you want an offgrid adventure, an exhilarating city break, or a snoozy seaside stay, it’s all there to choose from.

For scenic getaways, why not base your destination around a handful of National Trust sites you might like to visit? In the UK there are over 500 historic properties looked after by the National Trust as well as 890 miles of coastline and 250,000 hectares of farmland.

Alongside National Trust giftcards, Boundless also offers unlimited access to National Trust for Scotland places sites for a real solo adventure in the wilderness. National Trust for Scotland places include great hiking spots across Ben Lomond or meet dizzying heights walking across the suspension bridge in Corrieshalloch Gorge. National Trust for Scotland places also offers some of the top UK wildlife watching spots, including in Fair Isle and Burg.

You could also plan your trip around one of Boundless’ own holiday locations, including the Forest of Dean and the Cotswolds.

Save on getting to your solo trip destination

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It’s fair to say the UK is fairly well connected where public transport is concerned, but for those more rural trips, you may be in need of a car. If you don’t have your own, you might consider hiring one, allowing you to not only get to your destination, but also make day trips and really soak up the local area with ease.

With Boundless you can get a discount on Enterprise rentals, with 10% off UK hires on both cars and vans. For city breaks, Enterprise Car Club might be a better fit with the option to access a car ad hoc across 130 cities with the option to book by the hour or day. Alternatively, you can get 10% off hires through Holiday Autos, which works with the likes of Avis, Hertz, Europcar, and others.

Have your own car but nervous about breaking down while on your solo trip? Feel confident you’ll safely get from A to B with roadside assistance and local breakdown recovery by Britannia Rescue, included with Boundless Plus membership.

When in doubt, there’s also the caravan option. Home on wheels so you can pull up just about anywhere – well, a certified camping spot. Boundless members can save 10% on motorhome hire from Swift Go.

Accomodation: Save on your solo stay

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If you don’t opt for a caravan holiday, there are other means for a cushty stay using your Boundless membership. As mentioned, Boundless has a number of its own holiday properties in the South and South West of England. If you’re planning a break around this part of the UK, this could be a great choice.

While Whitemead is certainly the best fit for families, if you’re after a blissful solo trip, we recommend Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa or one of four gorgeous cottage apartments in Bourton-on-the-Water. The former offers two swimming pools, a kitted out gym, and spa, and is located just a short walk to the beach.

For other hotel options around the UK, Boundless is also partnered with the likes of Warner Hotels, Hotels.com, and Hoseasons.

Activities: Things to do on your solo holiday in the UK

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Fancy a taste of culture? If you’re sticking to cities, there are a number of Boundless offers that will keep you entertained. An advocate for sitting in a dark room by yourself and watching a film or taking in an incredible, intricate theatre production, fight the taboo that you can’t enjoy these things by yourself.

The Cinema Society offers up to 37% off cinema tickets at all the biggest chains in the UK including Odeon, Vue, and Cineworld, allowing you to watch the best new films on the big screen at a thrilling discount.

Equally, if you find yourself in the capital city, Boundless Tickets saves you an additional 10% on theatre tickets at 160 venues and productions.

Boundless members also get access to Historic Royal Palaces sites, Kew Gardens, and WWT Centres across the UK for a gorgeous day out taking in story-filled castles, estates, and nature reserves. These are great places to pause for thought and soak up the quiet while ruminating on your own thoughts. Maybe you’ll even walk away inspired.

For more rural breaks, check out the Ramblers for inspiration on walking routes, or why not plug in your destination to Virgin Experience Days to see what you could get up to. From exhilarating, bucket-list level thrills like a bungee jump for one to helicopter rides and even flying lessons. Want to really slow it down with a pampering? There are also great value beauty treatments and spa day packages available. Whatever you choose, you can save 20% on your booking through Virgin Experience Days.

Do more with Boundless

These savings are one example of the deals and discounts available from Boundless. If you're working in or retired from the public sector or civil service, Boundless has two great membership options to choose from: Boundless and Boundless Plus.

With Boundless, you get unlimited access or discounted entry to many of the UK’s top attractions including Kew Gardens and Wakehurst and WWT centres across the UK, as well as year-round deals on restaurants, holidays, shopping and much more. With Boundless Plus, you can enjoy additional benefits including unlimited access to Historic Royal Palaces sites, National Trust for Scotland places, access to the Ramblers' extensive group walks and routes, and peace of mind with roadside assistance and local recovery by Britannia Rescue.