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The UK welcomed 38 million tourists in 2023 and a huge amount was due to a winter getaway. Travellers come to visit the country for its magical and picture-perfect landscapes. However, certain UK winter wonderlands are avoided by Brits or leave travellers disappointed.

So travellers might want to say goodbye to the thought of cosy pubs, picturesque snow-capped villages, and festive markets. The team at Truely Travel eSIM have revealed the destinations the Brits hate to go to in winter. Alexandra Bowman, travel consultant at Truely Travel eSIM said: “Many tourists are looking for that perfect winter getaway, but there are certainly a few spots in the UK that tend to disappoint even to locals.



" Truely Travel eSIM has shared five surprising destinations that UK locals typically steer clear of in winter. Pennines, Northern England Snowcap peaks here are stunning in the winter light. However, this vast area experiences some of the heaviest snowfalls in the country, making small villages accessible only to those willing to undertake serious winter preparations.

The locals prefer to stay put rather than brave the snow-blocked roads and icy winds. Dartmoor, Devon Dartmoor's ancient landscapes are hauntingly beautiful, with its wild ponies roaming free. Yet, in winter the charm quickly dissipates as thick mists roll in, obscuring visibility and making navigation a hazard.

Dartmoor's boggy grounds freeze and thaw inconsistently, setting a trap for the unwary walker. The Lake District.

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