You’re spoilt for choice if you’re seeking a gloriously scenic place to live in the UK. This lush pastured island has many beautiful places to live that could improve your lifestyle in countless ways, but it can be hard to choose when there are so many good and varied options available. At 7*Life we fantasise daily about leaving the big city and living a wholesome life in the gorgeous countryside or by the coast. To help inspire anyone else seeking picturesque explore a few of the most scenic places that would be a great place to live.
The Lake District
England’s largest National Park, the Lake District is an area of breathtaking natural beauty. Here you will find dramatic landscapes with epic lakes and dramatic mountain ranges, picturesque villages, and a relaxed way of living that could make a big difference to your lifestyle. There are also many lovely places to live, including new build housing in Cumbria which makes it possible to live close to stunning areas like Ambleside.
Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire in south-west Wales boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the UK, but due to its location, it remains somewhat of a hidden gem. This makes it a superb place for long, rewarding coastal hikes offering mesmeric scenic views. It is also an amazing place for wildlife spotting, with the opportunity to see peregrine falcons, razorbills, and even puffins on Smoker Island! It is also the only place in Britain with a coastal National Park.
Bath
If you are more of a city person, then it is hard to beat the historic city of Bath. Bath is famed for being built on natural hot springs and features one of the best-preserved Roman bathhouses in the world, Bath also has a unique charm with its Georgian architecture and honey-coloured buildings. There is plenty to see and do in Bath, but you are also surrounded by the stunning Somerset countryside, offering the best of both worlds.
North Yorkshire
In terms of natural beauty, it is hard to beat North Yorkshire. The largest county in England and home to both the Yorkshire Dales National Park and North York Moors National Park, North Yorkshire allows you to harness the healing power of nature. There are also many charming, historic, and cultural villages, towns, and cities to choose from, with plenty to see and do.
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is an incredible city blending history, architecture, culture, and natural beauty. This gives the Scottish capital a real charm that is easy to fall in love with. The cobbled streets, world-famous castle, and surrounding rolling hills make Edinburgh one of the most beautiful places to live in all of the UK.
If you are looking for a scenic place to live in the UK but are unsure where to turn, the above are a few of the best places. These are all places that are incredibly beautiful but also places that could provide a happy lifestyle.
