car hire UK
Don’t be in such a rush to hop on a plane. Skip passport control, jump in a hire car and explore the UK instead. There’s so much to see and do you’ll soon forget about the grey skies and drizzle. Book car hire in UK today - we've great rates all year round.
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car hire in london
Driving in central London confuses the best of us. Hire a car, get a decent road map and getting from A to B won’t be as hard as you think.
After visiting the Queen, fill up the tank and take your hire car down to Brighton. It’s hip; it’s trendy and has a world-famous pier.
Canterbury has a tale or two to tell. Jump in the car and let Chaucer and his merry men guide you through medieval times.
top driving tip
Hire a hybrid car and you won't have to pay the congestion charge.
car hire in manchester
Manchester. Not exactly an oasis but it’s lively, modern and even has two football clubs. It’s also a great base to get car hire and explore the North East.
Liverpool, Bolton and Chester are only short a drive away in the car.
Had enough of cities? The Lake District is just round the corner. After all that hiking in the great outdoors, treat yourself to a Cumberland sausage and some mint cake.
top driving tip
There are plenty of car parks in the Lake District National Park. Park up for a while and explore on foot.
car hire in cardiff
Cardiff. A passionate, bustling city with more outdoor activities than you can throw a stick at. It’s also the perfect base to hire a car and explore the rest of Wales.
Head out to Cardiff Bay – it’s only a mile’s drive away. Try your hand in front of goal at the Cardiff International Sports Village.
You can’t go to Cardiff without taking a drive to the Brecon Beacons. It’s not far in the car.
top driving tip
The Welsh are passionate about their sport. Don’t drive into the city centre on match days.
car hire in edinburgh
Edinburgh. It’s perfect for that weekend away. Hire a car and explore the city and the rest of Scotland at your own pace.
Take a drive down the Royal Mile. You won’t find any crown jewels but you will come across a pretty impressive castle.
Ok, it’s about 260km away but get your camera ready - the last sighting of the Loch Ness Monster was in 1963.
top driving tip
It will take you about three hours to drive around Loch Ness. Plenty of time to spot Nessie.
car hire in Liverpool
Former City of Culture, Liverpool has plenty to offer. Hire a car and take your own Magical Mystery Tour around the city.
Make a beeline to Albert Dock. You’ll find museums, ghost tours, great restaurants and The Beatles (well, replica ones any way).
Missing the beach? Drive your hire car north to the seaside town of Southport. Don’t go in the sea. It’s freezing.
top driving tip
Parking in the city centre is costly. Try and find a car park on the outskirts and walk in instead.
car hire in bristol
Bristol – you’ll never have a dull day here. There’s so much to see and do, you’ll need a hire car to cram it all in.
Collect your hire car and drive out to Cheddar Gorge. You won’t find much cheese but you’ll discover if stalagmites grow up or down.
Need to relax? Head east to Bath and take a dip in a hot spring or a Roman bath. The Abbey is pretty impressive too.
top driving tip
Don't even try to find a parking space on the streets. As soon as you see a car park, head straight for it.
car hire in plymouth
Plymouth is a vibrant maritime city. It’s also a great base to jump in a hire car and explore southwest England.
Like the great outdoors? You’ll get all the fresh air you want at Dartmoor National Park – it’s only a short drive north. Keep your wits about you - the Beast of Dartmoor has never been caught.
Swap your car for a surfboard and head to one of Torquay’s sun-kissed beaches.
top driving tip
Be on the look out for wild ponies when driving through Dartmoor. They’ll run right in front of you.
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