The best way to manage anxiety on a long day out is to plan as much as you can in advance.

Making a check list of things to think about will help with this.

Take into consideration:

• Timings of events
• Plan to be early, give yourself plenty of time
• Maps and routes
• Trains, taxis and fares
• Budget for the day’s activities and travel
• Meals

Having an idea of what ‘the day may look like’ does not mean, you cannot be spontaneous, it just means you are prepared and have a good starting point.

It is also worth considering looking out for deals in restaurants and rail cards.

If you are away for more than a day, hotel chains, such as Premier Inn, have seasonal deals from time to time, so always look out for the best prices. If you are booking a hotel stay online, always choose the ‘flexi rate’ and ‘pay on arrival’ option at the time of booking, this means you can cancel your booking if circumstances change.