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​Great West Way®: ​Encounter England 
Tour Guide 

One of our curated road trip tour guides are for those planning a road trip, whether an experienced motorhomer, or new to campervanning - and looking to be in the driver’s seat yet leave no stone unturned to make the most of your adventure. The comprehensive, flexible tour guide literally gives you the freedom to head off the beaten track, linger for a while, or pick out the places and attractions to suit your pace. The tour guides include adventures, top tips and inspiration plus experience more with Hidden Gems, that can be hard to find on the internet. Be spontaneous with our Secret Stays™ for stopovers or choose from a fantastic range of campsites from the quirky and unusual to the larger sites with luxury facilities.
Make the most out of every second with downloadable guides, for planning before you go and access on your phone ‘on the road’ for a stress-free journey. Regularly updated with embedded links making real time data just a click away. With relevant information at your fingertips, you can save hours searching, enjoy your time on the road and take your freedom to the next level. 

 

A b o u t   t h e   t o u r
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Highlights
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​BRISTOL & BATH

PRETTY WILTSHIRE MARKET TOWNS

NORTH WESSEX DOWNS

ROYAL FOOTSTEPS INCL WINDSOR

OPTIONAL 3 WORLD HERITAGE SITES

12 LOCATIONS & MANY, MANY ATTRACTIONS!
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This Encounter England route begins with the cultural cities of Bristol and Bath, each bursting with their own rich heritage, through the picturesque countryside of Wiltshire and Berkshire for the ultimate stop 'jewel in the crown' with a visit to Windsor and more. You will weave through scenic countryside to visit a handful of pretty West Wiltshire towns, including a few fantastic stops on the way, to experience historic places of interest, enjoy riverside towns, relax on river cruises and enjoy picture-perfect canals and towpaths. Your journey will continue through the stunning and dramatic landscape of the North Wessex Downs and essential places to visit, encountering pre-historic landmarks and world-renowned backdrops. Walk in the footsteps of Royalty in quintessential must-go-to towns and attractions along the Thames, including Windsor Castle.
This guide shares with you the most charming places to stop for days out and attractions as well as country pubs and quaint cafés, with the option to include three World Heritage Sites along the way and low-down on 12 top locations for this fantastic Encounter England tour. 
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This 'Great West Way: Encounter England' themed campervan or motorhome road trip tour guide includes:-

CULTURAL & HISTORICAL CITIES 

​A visit to the cultural and historical cities of Bristol and Bath provides a wealth of options for attractions and must-see and must-do's! Our tour information will help you choose wisely to make the most of your visit. 
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NORTH WESSEX DOWNS

The North Wessex Downs are an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and here you will find some outstanding views, beautiful countryside and spectacular Wiltshire White Horses. En route to the Downs, see the World Heritage Site and market towns on the way. 
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PRETTY WILTSHIRE MARKET TOWNS

The picture-perfect market towns and villages this route will take you through a backdrop that will make you feel you are in your own period drama, including stunning countryside. Visit historic houses and gardens and so much more. 
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ROYAL FOOTSTEPS

With a visit to historic Thames locations en route to Windsor and options for cruise along the river provides as a pre-cursor to concluding in Windsor, you're guaranteed an English encounter. Where else could provide such timeless English culture than Windsor and Eton. 
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Self-drive tour 

Welcome to the Great West Way. A touring route between London and Bristol based on ancient routes, following 500 miles of navigable routes, roaming through idyllic countryside, quaint villages and elegant towns...

About Self-drive tour

  • Over 35 pages of useful information  place
  • Options for 3-10 days touring
  • Up-to-date embedded links and contacts
  • Adventure activities and experiences galore!
  • Hidden gems and off the beaten track places
  • Cycling, boat trips and other tours
  • ​Experiences and maps​
  • Countryside walks and days out
  • 35+ Selected campsites + Secret Stays™
  • Food and drink destinations
  • Save hours searching and checking
  • Easy to download format - print or save 
  • Useful suggestions for your chosen timeframe
  • Lifespan -12 mths for planning and on the road​

Self-drive tour + hire

COMING IN 2021
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By train: Bristol Templemeads, Bristol Parkway
Swindon Railway Station

LONDON TO BRISTOL - BY TRAIN APPROX ​1 HOUR 30 MINS  /LONDON TO SWINDON - ​BY TRAIN FROM 53 MINS


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