Best Autumn Photo Opportunities Around The UK

1Castle Combe, Cotswolds castle combe in wiltshire, england in the autumn joe daniel price//Getty Images

Castle Combe is arguably the Cotswolds‘ most striking (and most photographed) corners, and the chocolate-box village only becomes more beautiful during the autumn season. Though the Christmas season is also a magical time to visit Castle Combe, autumn has a quieter feel, where visitors can stroll around its tea rooms and shops with ease.

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2Richmond Park, London stag in richmond park during golden hour Pierre-Alix Favillier//Getty Images

In London’s sprawling Richmond Park, autumn is one of the best times to spot native wildlife. Autumn is the rutting season for the park’s resident red and fallow deer herds, meaning stags are more active and likely to roam around. However, it’s essential to maintain a safe distance, as they can exhibit heightened levels of aggression.

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3Batsford Arboretum, Cotswolds autumn colour at batsford arboretum, morton in marsh, cotswolds uk Jennifer Sanerkin//Getty Images

Batsford Arboretum, near Moreton-in-Marsh in the Cotswolds, boasts the most extensive private tree collection in the country, featuring many species from Japan and China – which makes for a beautiful display when autumn sets in.

4New Forest, Hmapshire new forest pony and autumn colour Julian Elliott Photography//Getty Images

The New Forest is a beautiful destination any time of year, but like any forest, the sights and sounds of autumn are particularly intoxicating. The woodland comes alive with the fiery tones of autumn, while ponies roam around freely – a delight for wildlife lovers.

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5Lake Windermere, Lake DistrictP A Thompson//Getty Images

Another beautiful destination in the Lake District is Lake Windermere, where autumn colours are reflected in the shimmering waters of the lake. There are plenty of hiking trails where visitors can take in the views, including elevated viewpoints like Wansfell Pike, which offers panoramic views.

6Grasmere, Lake District still lakeside reflections at grasmere in the lake district, cumbria, england, uk David Clapp//Getty Images

Autumn is one of the best times to visit the Lake District, where there are fewer crowds and the beautiful colours are reflected in the water. Tranquil Grasmere features a central lake and dense woodland that bursts into a blaze of autumn colours. Potter around the sleepy village before soaking up the views on a walk around the lakeside.

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7St James Park, London this is a picture of the guard house in london, from this angle and with the city behind, it looks like magical castle s_illes79//Getty Images

London may have a reputation as one of the busiest cities in the world, but once you step into its parks, everything becomes far calmer. St James Park is one of the most impressive, with views of Buckingham Palace and the London Eye.

8Glenfinnan Viaduct, Scotland an image of the jacobite steam train crossing over the glenfinnan viaduct in autumn. steam can be seen exiting the trains stack. the train and viaduct were used in the harry potter film series. Paul C Stokes//Getty Images

Glenfinnan Viaduct has a mythical quality, partially because it’s famously pictured as a backdrop for the Harry Potter films. During the autumn months, the landscape is transformed into a tapestry of autumn hues, resembling a scene straight out of a fairytale.

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9Stourhead Gardens, Wiltshire in autumn, a view across the lake to the pantheon at stourhead gardens, wiltshire, uk David_Crosbie//Getty Images

Stourhead is a vast estate located at the beginning of the River Stour in Wiltshire, attracting tourists from far and wide who want to explore its picturesque grounds and stunning Palladian house. Stourhead Gardens are particularly inviting in autumn when the air is crisp and there are crunchy leaves underfoot.

10Little Venice, London houseboats in little venice neighbourhood in autumn, london, england, uk Alexander Spatari//Getty Images

Little Venice, situated along Regent’s Canal in London, features colourful boats that line the riverside, and look particularly striking against the backdrop of autumn leaves. Visitors can take a stroll along the river before popping into one of London’s classic pubs.

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11Frome, Somerset sunday,walking,england Anetta Zalewska//Getty Images

The historic market town of Frome boasts picturesque bridges, period buildings and winding cobbled streets that work beautifully within an autumnal scene. The surrounding Somerset countryside is equally as scenic and the autumn months are the perfect time to sample some locally-made cider after the harvest.

12Dumfries, Scotland church in autumn in dumfries, scotland Peter Chadwick LRPS//Getty Images

Dumfries in Scotland is a fabulous place to visit in the autumn, thanks to its programme of autumn events, as well as its historic monuments and picturesque parks. Visitors can participate in cultural autumn events, such as the Wild Goose Festival (17-26 October), which celebrates nature and creativity, and the Wigtown Book Festival (26 September – 5 October).

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Best Autumn Photo Opportunities Around The UK

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