Great West Way® Travel Magazine | Issue 01
The first edition of a brand-new magazine showcasing the Great West Way, Britain's newest touring route, has been launched. The Great West Way Travel Magazine features 84 pages of informative articles and stunning photography brimming with inspiration to explore further, delve deeper and uncover the essence of this unique part of England. It presents a series of inspirational themed features, articles and ideas suitable for visitors travelling along the route by road, rail, water, on bike or on foot. The magazine highlights the extraordinary variety of amazing tourism destinations and experiences along the route, each with something unique to offer. From idyllic countryside, beautifully quaint villages to elegant towns and buzzing cities, a route where creativity and culture rub shoulders with world-famous heritage.
The first edition of a brand-new magazine showcasing the Great West Way, Britain's newest touring route, has been launched. The Great West Way Travel Magazine features 84 pages of informative articles and stunning photography brimming with inspiration to explore further, delve deeper and uncover the essence of this unique part of England. It presents a series of inspirational themed features, articles and ideas suitable for visitors travelling along the route by road, rail, water, on bike or on foot. The magazine highlights the extraordinary variety of amazing tourism destinations and experiences along the route, each with something unique to offer. From idyllic countryside, beautifully quaint villages to elegant towns and buzzing cities, a route where creativity and culture rub shoulders with world-famous heritage.
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CULINARY DELIGHTS<br />
Whether you are looking for traditional British classics or<br />
experimental cookery to tantalise your taste buds, there has<br />
never been a better time to eat out whilst exploring the<br />
stunning landscapes of the <strong>Great</strong> <strong>West</strong> Way<br />
Words: Emma Harrison<br />
FROM FINESSED FINE DINING TO GLORIOUS<br />
GASTROPUBS, WE HOPE YOU’LL ENJOY OUR GREAT<br />
WEST WAY FOODIE ROUND UP.<br />
1THE VINEYARD, STOCKCROSS, BERKSHIRE<br />
Not only is The Vineyard a luxury five-star hotel<br />
and spa in a quaint country setting in Berkshire,<br />
it also has a 30,000-bottle wine cellar and a fine dining<br />
restaurant. Head chef Robby Jenks is at the helm of<br />
this 3AA Rosette restaurant. Diners can choose from<br />
an à la carte or a tasting menu where they can enjoy<br />
dishes such as veal sweetbread ravioli with pumpkin<br />
seeds in a pumpkin and brown butter sauce or roast<br />
brill, brassicas, caper berries and almond. îStockcross,<br />
Newbury RG20 8JU<br />
2THE FAT DUCK, BRAY, BERKSHIRE<br />
If you love theatre, Heston Blumenthal’s<br />
renowned eatery in Bray offers the perfect<br />
destination, serving innovative modern British<br />
cuisine in the most spectacular of settings. Heston<br />
has previously been described as the ‘Willy Wonka of<br />
British gastronomy’ and diners who would like to eat at<br />
his three-Michelin-starred wonderland pay £325 up<br />
front for a ‘ticket’ - providing them with access to the<br />
17-courses on offer that showcase his multi sensory<br />
cuisine. îHigh St, Bray SL6 2AQ<br />
3THE WATERSIDE INN, BRAY, BERKSHIRE<br />
Bray clearly is the place for foodies to be! The<br />
Waterside Inn which is under the leadership of<br />
chef patron Alain Roux has held three Michelin stars<br />
for over thirty years. Expect the most exquisite Classic<br />
French cooking coupled with the most impeccable<br />
service. îFerry Rd, Bray, Berkshire SL6 2AT<br />
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4CLIVEDEN HOUSE, TAPLOW, BERKSHIRE<br />
Cliveden House has always been the place<br />
for ‘people in the know’ and since Meghan<br />
Markle spent the night before her wedding to Prince<br />
Harry there, its star continues to rise. This is largely<br />
helped by its varied food offering. Chef André Garrett’s<br />
innovative dishes and meticulous preparation and<br />
elaborate finishes showcase his exquisitely crafted<br />
creation. Produce is locally sourced and is highly<br />
seasonal - guests can choose between an à la carte<br />
menu or an eight-course tasting menu.<br />
îCliveden Rd, Taplow, Berkshire, SL6 0JF<br />
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THE DINING ROOM, MALMESBURY,<br />
WILTSHIRE<br />
‘Michelin’s European Young Chef of the Year’<br />
Niall Keating showcases his skills as Executive Chef<br />
at this one Michelin star dining room restaurant<br />
at Whatley Manor Hotel. Serving seasonal British<br />
produce influenced by his worldwide travels.<br />
îWhatley Manor Hotel and Spa, Easton Grey,<br />
Malmesbury, Wiltshire, SN16 0RB<br />
6BELMOND LE MANOIR AUX<br />
QUAT’SAISONS, SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE<br />
Described as ‘Oxfordshire heritage meets<br />
French flair’, Raymond Blanc’s two Michelin-starred<br />
chic restaurant has earned itself a global reputation for<br />
fine gastronomy and creative cooking. Diners continue<br />
to be charmed by both the setting (country-house<br />
luxe) and the delicious treats on offer which include<br />
the likes of spiced monkfish, ravioli of pumpkin and<br />
smoked trout amongst others. îChurch Road, <strong>Great</strong><br />
Milton, South Oxfordshire, OX44 7PD<br />
66 <strong>Great</strong><strong>West</strong>Way.co.uk
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