What to pack for a bank holiday getaway – the ultimate capsule wardrobe guide

Take this as your ultimate bank holiday packing guide. (Picture: Metro/Getty)

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Bank holiday weekends are made for spontaneous getaways, long lunches and escaping your inbox for a few blissful days, but figuring out what to pack? Slightly less relaxing.

Whether you’re heading off for countryside walks, a city break, spa stay or a few nights of fancy dinners and cocktails, the challenge is always the same: how do you fit everything you might need into one reasonably sized bag without overpacking? The secret lies in smart styling.