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Ah, September. In the northern hemisphere, summer is drawing to a close, but in the south, spring is only just beginning. It’s a time between the mid-year travel peak and the busy festive season, and that means it’s a solid time to get away.  It’s also cheaper, the weather is more temperate and there’s a cracking roster of festivals and local traditions scheduled for this time of year, from region-wide book fairs and rock music festivals to scenic annual wine tours and massive flea markets. So, no matter the vibe you’re after this September, our list of the best places to travel will have something for you. RECOMMENDED:✈️The best places to travel in October🗺️Full guide to the best places to travel🛍️The world’s coolest neighbourhoods🎭The best cities for culture right now At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines and check out our latest travel guides written by local experts. This guide includes affiliate links, which have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines. 

Who doesn't love colours, especially when they're splashed on houses and beach huts. Popular for its rain and gloom, the UK can make you a little, well, miserable at times, but visiting colourful towns can help with dealing with that gloom. Luckily, the UK is a haven for candy-hued beach huts, gaudy pubs and pastel-palette villages.  If you’re looking for a much needed change of scene, these eye-popping destinations are just the ticket. This is your sign to take a day trip or go on a much needed holiday in the UK to liven up your mood. Start planning your visit to one of these colour-filled spots across the UK and Ireland – even if your day trip does end in a downpour, there’s always a chance of a rainbow, right? RECOMMENDED:✨ The most magical places in the UK🌳 Amazing treehouses in the UK you can actually stay in🏰 The best castles in the UK💜 The best lavender fields in the UK📸 The most Instagrammed villages in the UK