The temperatures are rising and the summer holidays are looming – but with airports up and down the country experiencing disruption, you may not want to risk travelling abroad.
Luckily, you don’t have to – because there are plenty of great attractions right here on our doorstep in Bedfordshire.
And it seems that you agree, because each of these has been awarded a Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice award in 2022.
So let’s have a look at what’s on offer...
5. Bedford Escape Rooms
Grab your friends, your family or even your workmates and see if you can outthink the fiendish rooms. Become a crime scene investigator on the trail of a serial killer, escape from the terrifying Saw room or find your way out of a laboratory before you become a test subject... You can even see if you can claim membership to a secret society in its new outdoor app game. Find out more at: bedfordescaperooms.co.uk Photo: Bedford Escape Rooms
6. The Rose, Bedford
This grade 2 listed building, used to be an old coach house. Now it's a fantastic spot to enjoy a craft beer or cider or an artisan cocktail while soaking up some live sport or music. There's also a huge garden to enjoy the sunshine while it lasts! Find out more at www.craft-pubs.co.uk/the-rose-bedford Photo: The Rose, Bedford
7. Edible Ornamentals, Chawston
Some like it hot... do you? As well as selling a range of spicy products from fiery sauces and salsas to pickled chillies, the nursery is also home to a restaurant and experiences including cookery classes, tours and tasting sessions. Find out more at chilliranch.co.uk Photo: Tim Boyle
8. Vintage Thai Spa, Kempston
And relax.... This award-winning spa run by sisters Jay and Joon has been described as a Bedfordshire 'hidden gem'. From araomatherapy massages to deep tissue massages, you'll feel all that stress melt away. Lovely. Find out more at www.vintagethaispa.co.uk Photo: Vintage Thai Spa, Kempston