Destination Birthday: The Best Places to Visit for March Babies

With the coming of March, we can hopefully say goodbye to weeks of cold weather and days of continuous rain. For those looking for a fun way to spend a birthday in March, there are many options in the UK. From city breaks to tranquil countryside retreats, there is something for you to do on your birthday no matter your tastes.

You can enjoy a traditional, British pub meal at one of the many pubs located in the town, such as The Vault, which offers home-cooked food made from quality ingredients, including Sunday roasts and all-day breakfasts.

One of my favourite things to do in March (being born in March myself) is to go on a visit to the Peak District. Located in the Midlands, you can explore this national park on your own or with friends and family. When visiting the Peak District I regularly take a trip to Buxton. This spa town is famous for being the home of Buxton Water, but it offers so much more than that. Take a visit to Poole’s Cavern, a great limestone cavern which is one of the finest show caves in England. Here, you can see evidence of prehistoric life and witness the many wondrous formations of limestone sculpted over millions of years.

Fancy a calmer day out? Buxton also has many parks and green areas for you to stroll around, including the Pavilion Garden, 23 acres of gardens featuring lakes, flower beds and shaded walks for you to enjoy. And after a fun day of exploring this picturesque town, there are plenty of local eateries for you to enjoy. You can enjoy a traditional, British pub meal at one of the many pubs located in the town, such as The Vault, which offers home-cooked food made from quality ingredients, including Sunday roasts and all-day breakfasts. Or if you feel adventurous, Ithaca may be the restaurant for you! Here, you can expect authentic and original Greek cooking. Try some traditional Greek souvlaki (char grilled chicken or pork) or a mushroom risotto. Whatever your tastes, there will be something that will tickle your fancy in Buxton!

From Thor’s Cave you can witness breathtaking views of the valley below. And for history buffs, Thor’s Cave has evidence of Stone Age occupation as well as Iron Age and Roman period evidence too.

If you want to explore the countryside, then the Peak District offers this too! The Peak District covers 555 square miles of countryside (that is about the same size as Greater London)! It has been a protected landscape since 1951. If you enjoy mountaineering, there are many mountainous terrains to explore, like the Kinder Scout, a moorland plateau that stands at 636 meters above sea level. If you enjoy waterfalls, lakes and rivers, you are in for a treat! The Peak District offers seven river flows including the River Trent and the River Derwent. If you want to witness some spectacular waterfalls, head to the Kinder Downfall, the tallest waterfall in the Peak District with a 30-metre drop. You will sure be left jaw-dropped at its sheer magnitude!

Fancy a nice walk whilst you are there? The Peak District offers 1,422 trails. To witness the Kinder plateau and downfall, the Kinder Scout Walk could be for you. Known as one of the hardest walking trails due to its length and height gain, the struggle will definitely be worth it. You will be rewarded with beautiful views of waterfalls and countryside. Rather do a more moderate walk? Then, Thor’s Cave Circular may be the walk for you. This 9-kilometre trail allows you to explore one of the many wonderful caves in the peak District. From Thor’s Cave you can witness breathtaking views of the valley below. And for history buffs, Thor’s Cave has evidence of Stone Age occupation as well as Iron Age and Roman period evidence too. Past excavations have found stone tools, pottery, amber beads
and bronze items as well as burial sites of at least seven people. So, whatever you’re interested in, the Peak District countryside has something for you.

From Thor’s Cave you can witness breathtaking views of the valley below. And for history buffs, Thor’s Cave has evidence of Stone Age occupation as well as Iron Age and Roman period evidence too.

If you are more interested in city breaks, the Peak District can also provide this. Just 12 miles away from the Peaks is the beautiful city of Manchester. The home of some iconic stadiums, this city is perfect for sports fans who would be in with the opportunity of visiting Old Trafford or the Etihad, the homes of both Manchester teams, or depending on the weather and season, you can watch some cricket at the iconic Old Trafford Cricket Ground. For those that love to do a bit of shopping, Manchester also contains the Trafford Centre. With over 200 stores in the Centre, the Trafford Centre will have a shop that matches your interest.

From well-known brands like M&S and Selfridges to lesser-known restaurants like HOP (Vietnamese Street food) and Barburrito (burritos, power bowls, loaded fries and so much more). For those looking to explore, take a canal and river cruise which allows you to witness Manchester from a different perspective whilst still seeing some iconic sites such as Stephenson’s Railway Bridge. Manchester is the perfect city for sports, shopping and landmarks and being so close to the Peak District allows you to combine the best parts of a city and countryside break into one!

From Thor’s Cave you can witness breathtaking views of the valley below. And for history buffs, Thor’s Cave has evidence of Stone Age occupation as well as Iron Age and Roman period evidence too.

So, no matter what you want to do in March, the Peak District has something for you. Explore picturesque villages and town, like Buxton, or explore the vast countryside the Midlands has to offer by taking on one of the thousands of trails in the Peak District to explore the various cave, waterfalls, rivers and terrains the District has to offer. If this doesn’t sound like your type of holiday, then just a short drive away from the Peak District is the wonderful city of Manchester.

This city is perfect for sports buffs, those who want to shop till they drop or those that just want to explore a new city. Perhaps this spring is the time for you to visit the Peak District and let yourself become one with nature!