It would be nice if every day was a sunny one. But, given the UK’s unpredictable climate, the occasional unexpected downpour, or week-long spell of dreary weather, is just about inevitable.
Fortunately, there are ways to get the best out of a rainy day, even if it falls on a weekend. Let’s take a look at a few of the best of them.
Explore Cultural and Historical Attractions
The UK is packed with indoor attractions. You might pay a visit to a major museum or art gallery, or take a look around the sprawling interior of a country estate. In some cases, you might find that there are special time-limited exhibitions which are worth looking at.
Engage in Indoor Sports and Adventure Activities
If you’re looking to entertain an active family, or you’d simply like to keep moving yourself, then you might look at a day in one of the country’s many leisure centres. If you’re willing to travel, you might track down a facility with a large climbing wall, or a velodrome for keen cyclists. It’s even possible to skydive indoors, with the help of what amounts to a vertical wind tunnel. Floating free on a column of air, you’ll forget all about the bad weather outside!
Enjoy Live Entertainment and Workshops
When it’s raining outdoors, you might seek the sanctuary of a local theatre or music venue – even if you’re booking your tickets at the very last minute. There are local bands all over the country, playing a combination of covers and original songs. Take a chance on one of them, and you might find that you really enjoy yourself!
On the other hand, you might take the opportunity to attend a local workshop. You might be learning a new craft, or getting a new perspective on an existing one. Whether it’s cookery, music, pottery, or dance you’re looking for, it’s worth finding a good local workshop.
Dive into the World of Gaming
Video games provide a great way to spend time indoors. As storm clouds gather outside the window, you might bask in the glow of a screen. If you’re not a gamer, then the good news is that there exists an astonishing variety of new games that will fit just about every kind of preference. Whether you want to immerse yourself in a narrative, or simply spend a few minutes solving a puzzle or two, there’s a game for you. Mobile games, including free bingo games, puzzlers, and rhythm-action games, are all widely available.