🎀 Girls just wanna have sun: May Bank Holiday weekend ideas ☀️
The May bank holiday weekend (3rd–5th May) is calling—and it’s giving main character energy. Whether you're planning a weekend with your besties, a cute day date, or some much-needed me-time, here are the best ways to glam up your long weekend.
💐 London, But Make It Fabulous
London in May? It's a vibe. Here's how to soak it up in style:
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Picnic & prosecco in the park – Head to Regent’s Park or Primrose Hill with a basket full of snacks and rosé. Bonus points for floral dresses and cute blankets.
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Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre – Kick off the season with Shucked—a hilarious musical in the most Instagrammable outdoor setting.
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Rooftop cocktails – Hit up Pergola Paddington or Madison St Paul’s for sunset drinks and skyline selfies.
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London Craft Week – Get your DIY glam on with perfume-making workshops, jewellery pop-ups, and stylish studio tours.
🌸 Spring Festivals With Girl Gang Vibes
Calling all boho queens and music lovers:
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Filey Folk Festival – Coastal air + live music + vintage market stalls? Yes please.
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Todmorden Folk Festival – Think Morris dancing, live tunes, and magical cottagecore energy in the Pennines.
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Lyme Regis Fossil Festival – It’s giving science chic. Go fossil hunting in a seaside town that looks straight out of a Jane Austen novel.
🎉 Final Girl Tips for the Long Weekend
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✨ Dress cute, but comfy – trainers + floaty dresses are your besties.
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🍓 Pack snacks, SPF & a portable charger – trust us.
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📸 Take photos but live in the moment – especially at golden hour.
Whether you're brunching, beaching, or just bingeing a good book in the sun, make this May bank holiday weekend all about YOU.