New research carried out by YouGov has found that more than a quarter of Britons (27 per cent) are planning to take their main summer holiday in the UK this year.

According to the poll, the same amount are set to travel to Europe and nearly a third (32 per cent) of people have admitted that they will not be having a main summer holiday at all. From those planning to holiday in the UK, YouGov said nearly three quarters (73 per cent) will use their leisure time by going for walks and 65 per cent will visit landmark attractions.

Londoners were the least likely to remain in the UK for their main summer holiday, with 16 per cent to travel aboard. A third of Midlands and Wales residents will opt for a staycation. Meanwhile, in addition to the 32 per cent planning a main holiday in Europe, 4 per cent have said they will be holidaying in the US and 2 per cent will travel to Asia or Africa.

Image: Porthchapel Beach, Cornwall - Jim Champion