The sun warm against my arms, I walk with friends following the path of the River Dove in the Peak District. The air is sweet with the earthy scent of plants, and we pass countless others out enjoying the day. I love making the most of what we have in the UK – whether it’s a week relaxing by the coast, a weekend city break, or day trips to explore closer to home. And summer, in particular, is a prime time to get out and about.
‘Our day-to-day lives can feel repetitive, and so days out and a break from routine can really help to reduce these feelings of monotony,’ says Dr Charlotte Russell, a clinical psychologist and founder of The Travel Psychologist. ‘Exploring new places, or even
