Make up for lost time with the perfect day out

With the next stages of lockdown easing and diaries filling back up from 26 April in Scotland and 17 May in England, now’s the time to start reuniting with loved ones and making memories beyond your back garden.

Rabbie’s (www.rabbies.com) offers safe, small group tours across the UK, including day trips perfect for that first adventure out of lockdown.

From Edinburgh … Explore the enchanting world of Harry Potter’s Hogwarts and discover the historic and beautiful borders.

With its fascinating history, both in the real world and make-believe, Alnwick Castle – which doubled as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry – is the perfect place to let yourself, and your mind, run free.

On this day tour, passengers can look forward to taking in captivating coastlines, graceful rivers, gentle valleys and rolling hills of the Scottish Borders. Rabbie’s’ Alnwick Castle, the Northumberland Coast & the Borders one-day tour departs from Edinburgh and costs from £44 per person.

From Manchester… Discover the mountains, marvels, and myths of North Wales and Chester.

Cameras at the ready for Conwy, one of the most picture-perfect harbour towns in the world, and home to a castle fit for a king (King Edward, to be exact), perched by the sea.

Fuel up with an iconic fish and chips lunch before heading into Snowdonia National Park for scenic roads and sweeping views before a visit to the historic town of Chester. Rabbie’s’ Snowdonia, North Wales & Chester one-day tour departs from Manchester and costs from £42 per person.

From London … Mix in a slice of history with your Gin and Tonic. Escape the big smoke to amble along the lanes and paths of the ancient city of Winchester.

Take in the awe-inspiring cathedral, ancient mill and cute cafes before heading to Laverstoke Mill, home to one of the world’s most popular gins, Bombay Sapphire.

Learn all about the ethically minded production of the drink, while enjoying a tipple or two before heading back to the city. Rabbie’s’ Bombay Sapphire Gin & Winchester one-day tour departs from London and costs from £56 per person.

With social distancing measures in place, reduced group sizes and increased cleaning measures, Rabbie’s offers worry-free journeys for a sustainable staycation.