Great West Way Travel Magazine | Issue 08
Combining expansive countryside views surrounding Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty with vibrant cities and thriving towns, the Great West Way welcomes you to explore its exciting route this spring and summer. This issue has everything from sporting events, summer music festivals to best days out with the kids. Learn about the Great West Way’s vast history as you visit some of the wonderful museums found along the path – including brand new exhibitions and events and treat yourself to a hot brew and freshly baked scone at one of the routes quintessential teashops. Discover star-studded celebrities born along the way from royalty to internationally acclaimed actors and authors and don’t miss our interview with Graham Dillamore, deputy head of gardens and estates at Historic Royal Palaces. We hope this latest edition with its range of experiences will help inspire you to make the most of a season full of unforgettable memories .
Combining expansive countryside views surrounding Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty with vibrant cities and thriving towns, the Great West Way welcomes you to explore its exciting route this spring and summer. This issue has everything from sporting events, summer music festivals to best days out with the kids. Learn about the Great West Way’s vast history as you visit some of the wonderful museums found along the path – including brand new exhibitions and events and treat yourself to a hot brew and freshly baked scone at one of the routes quintessential teashops. Discover star-studded celebrities born along the way from royalty to internationally acclaimed actors and authors and don’t miss our interview with Graham Dillamore, deputy head of gardens and estates at Historic Royal Palaces. We hope this latest edition with its range of experiences will help inspire you to make the most of a season full of unforgettable memories .
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centre in the Grade II listed old Police Headquarters.<br />
Since the first lockdown it has been repurposed and<br />
provided a safe place for people at risk of homelessness<br />
– it is now being fully refurbished with plans to re-open<br />
Spring 2023. Located only a short walk from some of<br />
the best bits of Bristol including Bristol’s harbourside,<br />
Bristol Shopping Quarter and the Old City.<br />
thebristolwing.co.uk<br />
CASTLE COMBE<br />
The Manor House – Exclusive Collection<br />
This 14th century luxury hotel and golf club is<br />
perfect for romantic nights away, with Michelin<br />
starred dining and a dedicated gin bar. Head into the<br />
picturesque village of Castle Combe or play a round<br />
at the championship 18-hole golf course. Situated in<br />
365 acres of rich parkland and widely regarded as a<br />
real hidden golfing gem in the Cotswolds.<br />
exclusive.co.uk/the-manor-house<br />
CHEDDAR (WITHIN EASY REACH)<br />
Cheddar Camping and Caravanning Club Site<br />
From its lofty position near Priddy, the highest<br />
village in the Mendip Hills, Cheddar Club Site is<br />
surrounded by spectacular landscapes, great for<br />
walking, cycling, caving and rock climbing. Less than<br />
five miles from the campsite is Cheddar Gorge, one<br />
of Britain's most spectacular natural landmarks.<br />
Explore its extraordinary subterranean stalactite<br />
show caves and spectacular panoramic views.<br />
campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk<br />
CHERTSEY<br />
Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site<br />
Perched on the banks of the River Thames, this lovely<br />
campsite has a rural feel. Walkers will enjoy the Thames<br />
Path Nature Trail – a long-distance towpath trail that<br />
starts in the Cotswolds and meanders through Chertsey<br />
towards the heart of London. It’s a peaceful and scenic<br />
trail that’s ideal for people of all ages and abilities.<br />
campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk<br />
Mill Farm Glamping<br />
Enjoy the best of the beautiful British countryside<br />
from the comfort of a luxurious canvas lodge on this<br />
family-run, organic farm. Meet the ducks, dairy cattle<br />
and donkeys. Have fun on Farmer Joe's organic farm<br />
SOUTH WILTSHIRE<br />
Pythouse Kitchen Garden<br />
You’ve heard of restaurants with rooms – now we<br />
bring you the restaurant with a glamping village.<br />
Six bell tents and a cosy shepherds’ hut sit in an<br />
orchard near this lunchtime-only restaurant.<br />
They share showers, a cocktail area, kitchen and<br />
dining area.<br />
pythousekitchengarden.co.uk<br />
tour. Walk, ride, paddle, fish – or just soak up the sun<br />
and the tranquil scenery. It all adds up to a unique<br />
break that you will treasure for a lifetime.<br />
millfarmglamping.co.uk<br />
HENLEY ON THAMES<br />
The Greenlands Hotel<br />
Set within the 30-acre Henley Business School estate<br />
in the Oxfordshire countryside, this magnificent Grade<br />
II Listed Building is steeped in history dating as far<br />
back as 1480. There are 100 bedrooms including eight<br />
luxury balcony rooms with views across the Chiltern<br />
Valley and the grounds leading to the River Thames.<br />
There's a fitness centre, tennis courts, giant lawn chess<br />
and footpaths leading into the Chiltern Hills. Located<br />
less than three miles from the centre of Henley-on-<br />
Thames home to the famous annual Henley Royal<br />
Regatta, five miles from the riverside Georgian market<br />
town of Marlow and a short car journey to Windsor<br />
and Oxford.<br />
hospitalityuor.co.uk/accommodation<br />
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