Great West Way Travel Magazine | Issue 07
Follow the paths through England’s idyllic countryside, quaint villages and elegant towns where our best-kept secrets from the past meet twenty-first-century hospitality.
Follow the paths through England’s idyllic countryside, quaint villages and elegant towns where our best-kept secrets from the past meet twenty-first-century hospitality.
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HIGHLIGHTS ON THE WAY<br />
10 BRILLIANT REASONS TO VISIT THE<br />
48 GREAT WEST WAY THIS WINTER<br />
With the return of ice-skating rinks, spa treatments<br />
and horse drawn carriage tours, not to mention fine<br />
seasonal fare, theatre productions and markets, there<br />
are so many reasons to plan your trip this winter<br />
BEST DAYS OUT FOR SHOPPING ON THE<br />
58 GREAT WEST WAY<br />
With McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Swindon, the<br />
UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, Reading (the<br />
largest town in England) and everywhere in-between<br />
even shopaholics will not be disappointed here!<br />
CELEBRATING SPECIAL OCCASIONS<br />
64 There are many ways to celebrate your most<br />
special occasions on the <strong>Great</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Way</strong> from hot air<br />
balloon rides to luxury spa hotels, skydiving and more<br />
PLACES TO VISIT ALONG THE CANALS<br />
68 Enjoy life cruising along the historic Kennet &<br />
Avon Canal from Devizes to Kintbury stopping off in<br />
the glorious Vale of Pewsey in the heart of the North<br />
Wessex Downs<br />
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REGULAR FEATURES<br />
ARTS, EVENTS AND CULTURAL CALENDAR<br />
74 As well as its natural scenery, cultural scene and lovely<br />
locals, the <strong>Great</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Way</strong> is known for its many festivals and<br />
events – don't miss our cultural calendar highlights<br />
WAYS TO TRAVEL THE GREAT WEST WAY<br />
80 The route has been designed to be travelled in a<br />
variety of different ways: by road, by rail, on water via the<br />
Kennet and Avon Canal and River Thames, by bike or on foot<br />
GOURMET GUIDE TO FOOD & DRINK<br />
84 There are many ways to enjoy food and drink on the<br />
<strong>Great</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Way</strong> from fine dining and cookery schools to<br />
vineyard tours and quaint tea rooms and cafés<br />
WHERE TO STAY ALONG THE GREAT WEST WAY<br />
96 Stay overnight on the <strong>Great</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Way</strong>, whether on a<br />
romantic weekend away or a week-long adventure<br />
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