Brits’ favourite things about a staycation include shorter travel times, avoiding the airport - and proper pub lunches.
Supporting the local economy, the beautiful green countryside and taking scenic drives also featured in the top 30.
For 28 per cent, the stunning coastlines are the best thing about staying in the UK, with over a third (35 per cent) of Brits claiming they would prefer to holiday in the UK over going abroad.
Unsurprisingly, 78 per cent of Brits felt that the weather could make or break a holiday in the UK.
Eurig Druce, managing director of Vauxhall, which commissioned the research, said: “The UK is such a wonderful place to holiday, and it's been great finding out why people love it so much.
“Everyone has memories of holidaying in the UK from their childhood, and more than ever, Brits are choosing ‘staycations’ over going abroad, whether that be because of the beautiful scenery on our doorstep or the comfort of travelling in your own car.”
The study also found 62 per cent think the best type of staycation is a ’coastal getaway’, but 50 per cent also love a city break and 28 per cent enjoy camping or glamping.
With the south west of England considered the best place to get away for 21 per cent, followed by Scotland (15 per cent) and Wales (11 per cent).
The car is the most common mode of transport (80 per cent) for Brits going on holiday in the UK, with the average person travelling just under 206 miles.
It also emerged those polled, via OnePoll.com, are willing to spend an average of £391.11 per trip.
Although, 50 per cent said rising travel costs have made them more likely to holiday within the British borders.
The research also found 15 per cent have been asked by their children to be more environmentally friendly when planning their trips, and one in 10 (nine per cent) said sustainability is a priority for them when booking.
And of the electric vehicle drivers polled, 77 per cent said having charging points at their accommodation is important.
Eurig Druce from Vauxhall added: “The Grandland Electric has been designed with families in mind, with a spacious interior, large boot and an electric range of over 300 miles, making it the ideal vehicle for a ‘staycation.’
“Whether it is stunning coastlines, rural escapes or bustling city centres, the home nations have some fantastic places on offer for people to enjoy.”
THE TOP 30 THINGS BRITS LOVE ABOUT STAYCATIONS
- Stunning coastlines
- Shorter travel times
- Visiting historical landmarks
- Green countryside
- Avoiding the airport experience
- Woodland walks
- Fish and chips
- Learning more about the UK
- Proper pub lunches
- Taking scenic drives
- Feeling refreshed
- No luggage restrictions
- Taking the dog
- Full English breakfasts
- Staying in unique places
- Wildlife watching
- Supporting local independent shops
- Watching the sunset
- Everything in a language you understand
- Familiar shops and produce
- Ice cream
- Not having to worry about exchange rates
- Live music
- The people
- Amusement arcades
- Local festivals
- Farmers’ markets and local produce
- Proper tea
- Trying regional dishes
- Sleeping in without the guilt of missing the day
