Blogs at Perrys
The top 5 causes of road trip rows – and how to prevent them
The end of lockdown has appeared on the horizon – and, as we pass more markers in the government’s ‘roadmap’, hopes are rising for being able to enjoy a good old-fashioned family holiday this summer. With continued uncertainty around foreign travel, many families are opting…
Written by Perrys | 5 min read
23-Apr-2021
10 best beaches in driving distance (Kent)
Kent has one of the best coastlines of the UK – with dramatic cliffs, golden sands and beautiful multi-coloured pebbles, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, wherever you go. And as a few more lockdown restrictions have lifted, now’s the perfect time to take advantage of the…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
21-Apr-2021
10 best beaches in driving distance (North West)
If you’re anything like us, we’re sure you can’t wait to get out to the beach on the next sunny day! Now that a few more restrictions have been lifted, freedom is within reach and it feels like summer is just around the corner. As an island, the UK has plenty of amazing beaches to…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
21-Apr-2021
10 best beaches in driving distance (East Midlands)
Who else is looking forward to their first trip to the seaside this season? With a few more lockdown restrictions lifted, we’re sure many of you can’t wait to get out and enjoy the sea breeze with an ice cream or fish and chips. Although the Midlands is the most landlocked region of the…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
21-Apr-2021
10 best beaches in driving distance (Yorkshire)
Sunny days are just around the corner, and so are beach trips! We’re expecting an uptick in beach visits this year with the Great British Staycation in full swing, so it’s the perfect time to start preparing and beat the crowds – social distancing remains in place, after all.…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
21-Apr-2021
10 best beaches in driving distance (Buckinghamshire)
Is there anything better than a day out to the seaside when the sun’s out? With a few more restrictions lifted, the year of the staycation is in full swing and it’s the perfect time to reinvigorate with some fresh sea air. And because the UK is an island, we actually have a…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
21-Apr-2021
10 best day trips in driving distance (Kent)
Sunnier days are finally upon us, even if they’re interspersed with cold winds and showers, which means many of you might be desperate to start getting out and enjoying a day trip with your family (we know we are!). This year’s trend of staycations and driving holidays means that most…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
09-Apr-2021
10 best day trips in driving distance (North West)
The cold winds and showers are finally starting to give way to sunnier days, and with the sunshine comes the perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy some fresh air with your family! According to a recent survey carried out by us, most people are willing to drive up to three hours away for the…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
09-Apr-2021
10 best day trips in driving distance (Buckinghamshire)
Sunnier days are finally upon us, even if they’re interspersed with cold winds and showers, which means many of you might be desperate to start getting out and enjoying a day trip with your family (we know we are!). This year’s trend of staycations and driving holidays means that most…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
09-Apr-2021
10 best day trips in driving distance (Yorkshire)
The cold winds and showers are finally starting to give way to sunnier days, and with the sunshine comes the perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy some fresh air with your family! According to a recent survey carried out by us, most people are willing to drive up to three hours away for the…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
09-Apr-2021
10 best day trips in driving distance (East Midlands)
Sunnier days are finally upon us, even if they’re interspersed with cold winds and showers, which means many of you might be desperate to start getting out and enjoying a day trip with your family (we know we are!). This year’s trend of staycations and driving holidays means that most…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
09-Apr-2021
Top 10 Used Cars for a Staycation
It’s safe to say we’re all looking forward to a very well-deserved break now, aren’t we? As we move along the UK’s roadmap out of the Covid-19 pandemic, the prospect of a relaxing week or two away from it all is finally a real possibility. And while some of us are setting our…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
09-Apr-2021
10 best picnic spots within driving distance (Buckinghamshire)
Did you know that the concept of picnics originated in France? While the idea may have come from abroad, nowadays you’d be hard pressed to find anything more quintessentially British – nothing conjures up more sunny childhood memories than spreading out a gingham blanket and enjoying an…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
08-Apr-2021
10 best picnic spots within driving distance (North West)
Can you think of anything more quintessentially British than a lovely picnic? You might not know that they actually originated in France – although they probably weren’t held on gingham blankets! Nothing conjures up more childhood memories than soaking up the fresh air as you tuck into…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
08-Apr-2021
10 best picnic spots within driving distance (East Midlands)
Although the concept for picnics originated in France, these days you’d be hard pressed to find anything more quintessentially British – there’s nothing better than spreading out a gingham blanket and soaking up the fresh air. The best thing is that there’s a picnic to suit…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
08-Apr-2021
10 best picnic spots within driving distance (Yorkshire)
Spring is officially in the air, and we don’t think there’s anything more perfect than a picnic as the weather warms up. Simple, fun, and able to suit all budgets – nothing conjures up more childhood memories than enjoying an outdoor feast on a gingham blanket. It might surprise…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
08-Apr-2021
10 best picnic spots within driving distance (Kent)
It’d be hard to find anything more quintessentially British than a picnic, although it may surprise you to learn that they originated in France. For us, nothing says spring like rolling out a gingham blanket and enjoying an outdoor feast while soaking up the fresh air. And the best part?…
Written by Perrys | 7 min read
08-Apr-2021
Electric Car Revolution and Public Charge Points
In the wake of a new decade, the electric car market has quickly growing with interest in electric vehicles now becoming a firm consideration in new car buyers’ minds. Electric cars during 2020 had a combined market share of 19.4% based on new car registrations (SMMT). 2021 to date has seen…
Written by Perrys | 5 min read
07-Apr-2021