The worst place to visit for a UK break named as a Welsh city with 'limited options' - full list

The lowest-ranking family staycation spots have been shared

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Sarra Gray

By Sarra Gray


Published: 04/02/2025

- 16:38

Updated: 04/02/2025

- 16:41

The lowest-ranking family staycation spots have been named

Britons are not short on options when booking a UK holiday, but not every place offers the same range of amenities.

UK holiday spots have been ranked, with areas in Wales ranking as the worst places to visit if travelling as a family.


Experts at Go Compare looked at 55 locations based on attractions, hotel costs and children-friendly accommodation to find the best destinations with something for everyone.

Those looking for a family holiday may want to avoid Wales and Scotland, however.

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Swansea was one of the places mentioned in the research

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Welsh cities Newport, Cardiff and Swansea were found to be the worst for families, followed by two Scottish destinations - Aberdeen and Glasgow.

Worst staycation spots

  1. Newport 1.4
  2. Cardiff 2.0
  3. Swansea 2.1
  4. Aberdeen 2.3
  5. Glasgow 2.5

The experts said: "Newport's low score stems from a limited selection of family-friendly accommodations and activities, as well as soaring price hikes during the holidays.

"With only 72 family-suited hotels, families might struggle to find the right accommodation, especially during peak travel seasons when prices see a steep increase of 47 per cent.

"The Welsh city also offers just 20 family-friendly attractions, meaning limited options for keeping the kids entertained."

While Newport is lacking in child-friendly activities, those who are travelling without children might not find this to be a problem.

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Glasgow ranked lowly for the number of family activities

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The study showed the same downfalls for the Scottish spots, finding the destinations particularly difficult for Britons trying to keep everyone entertained.

It said: "Aberdeen and Glasgow also rank in the lowest five destinations on the family staycation index.

"Their limited family-friendly amenities and high seasonal price hikes can make planning a cost-effective family trip more challenging.

"Scotland experiences lower price hikes than Wales, but a large increase of 31 per cent can make all the difference when planning a family getaway."