August bank holiday in the UK: travel deals on city breaks, cottages and spa escapes

One holiday, three ways

Grayshott Spa

Each week we approach three companies to ask for their best offer on a specific trip. This week, a long weekend in the UK over the August bank holiday: one cottage stay, one city break and one spa escape. Prices are per person, based on two sharing.

Cottage
£173
Milly & Martha

Four nights’ self-catering at Station Cottage in Hayle, west Cornwall, arriving on 26 August. Sleeping two, the cottage is a short walk away from a sandy beach. It has one bedroom, a living/dining area and compact kitchen, as well as a small courtyard for sundowners or al fresco dining. millyandmartha.com

The bedroom at Station Cottage

City
£130
Innside Manchester

Two nights’ B&B at the Innside Manchester hotel, arriving on 27 August. The modern hotel is located close to the new Home arts centre and Deansgate, and a short walk from the city centre, where Manchester Pride will be taking place over the long weekend. innside.com

Innside Manchester

Spa
£538
Grayshott Spa

Two nights’ full board in a Junior Suite at Grayshott Spa in Surrey, arriving on 26 or 27 August. Includes two spa treatments, use of the spa facilities, a goody bag worth £75 and exercise and relaxation classes. The hotel is set within 47 acres of grounds, with guided walks also available. Quote ‘Independent online’ when booking. grayshottspa.com