As we approach the end of 2022, and prepare to enter a new year, people across the country are starting to think about giving themselves something to look forward to in 2023 by planning a relaxing vacation.
But with recent travel restrictions popularizing the concept of a ‘staycation’ and giving us the chance to explore more of the wonderfully diverse landscapes the UK has to offer, more and more Brits are opting to avoid airport delays and canceled flights, and simply pack the car or hop on the train and discover the beautiful natural areas on your doorstep, such as Roydon Marina Village near Lee Valley Regional Park.
The park is 26 miles long with 10,000 acres of open space to explore. Visitors can search for wildlife such as kingfishers and otters at Rye Meads nature reserve, which is popular with walkers and bird watchers alike, or enjoy a morning walk around the lake and canal towpath at Roydon Marina Village. The marina entrance even leads right into a six-mile cycle path around Rye Meads and a nine-mile trail up the Tale of Two Rivers.
In addition, the nearby Lee Valley White Water Centre, which hosted the London 2012 Olympics, offers something fun for all the family to do with an extensive range of activities including rafting, kayaking, paddleboarding and an inflatable obstacle course.
While visitors can always treat themselves to a mouth-watering and hearty breakfast at The Boathouse Café, or enjoy a takeaway from Roydon Indian Fusion, they are also invited to make the kitchen the heart of the holiday home, where they can live in, cook, and enjoy of delicious home-cooked meals together. What’s better than waking up to a slow morning in the comfort of luxury living, dining alfresco on a private deck, before cozying up on the couch with a glass of wine in the evening?
Ideal for romantic weekends away, family holidays, or even long-awaited get-togethers with friends, the lodges at Roydon Marina Village are the perfect home away from home. Sleeping up to six people with a spacious kitchen, dining and living room, there is an abundance of space for socialising.
Each luxurious lodge has its own private deck and hot tub, providing the perfect place to unwind after a day of sightseeing, without having to leave the comfort of your lodge. Some cottages are also dog friendly so the whole family can enjoy a holiday.
