In the UK, summer break usually starts around late July or early August and lasts for about 6 weeks. The exact dates vary depending on the region, school, or local authority.
The Lake District, Peak District, and Scottish Highlands fill with "staycationers." Unlike Mediterranean holidays, a UK country break involves hiking boots, waterproof jackets, and picnics interrupted by sheep. The reward is the "golden hour" – 10 PM light that stretches endlessly over misty valleys.