But when restrictions are finally lifted, staycations are likely to be the popular first choice for holidaymakers.
So if you are keen to stay close to home on your first post-lockdown holiday, our friends at Visit Lancashire have compiled a fantastic list of places to stay in the county.
If you are looking to make it extra special, here are some of the quirkiest places for a staycation in and around Lancashire that you can book right now.
Full details of all the locations listed below can be found here, along with prices and availability.


1. Shepherd's huts
At The Hamlet at Samlesbury Hall you can stay in their beautiful shepherd’s huts, hand crafted to keep you toasty in winter and cool in the summer. Each hut comes complete with two double beds in European oak, memory foam mattresses, low-wattage electricity to keep your phone charged, as well as a cosy en-suite. Photo: Visit Lancashire

2. A stay in a helicopter
Ream Hills Camping and Caravan Park just off the M55 near Blackpool offer accommodation for touring caravans and motorhomes, but if you are looking for something a little different, you can stay over in their Helicopter Pod. Photo: Visit Lancashire

3. Looking for luxury?
If you are looking for something a luxurious, a stay at the award winning Cartford Inn's new studio cabins might be for you. Each of the two quirky designed cabins has split level bedroom area, bath tub at the end of the bed, separate bathroom and walk in shower, 4k smart TV, sound system and WiFi. Photo: Visit Lancashire

4. An escape from the norm
The Rookery is a unique grass roofed dwelling located in an area of outstanding natural beauty in East Lancashire. With industrial and steampunk influences combined with bespoke craftsmanship and breath-taking views this space is not a home from home but an escape into the alternative. Photo: Visit Lancashire