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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The <strong>Great</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Way</strong> caters to the desires of<br />
all travellers, with its mix of quirky glamping<br />
and camping sites, pretty countryside B&Bs,<br />
cool city hotels, traditional village pubs and<br />
even fancy castles and stately homes<br />
of farm-grown English wine. There are five luxury<br />
log pods in total, and they are exclusively for adults<br />
(for ages 18 and above), with fantastic views over<br />
the Pewsey Vale, and with the home comforts of a<br />
hot shower and a King Size bed in a double-glazed,<br />
underfloor-heated. There is plenty of choice for<br />
walking, cycling or even kayaking, with many dog<br />
friendly pubs nearby. Come home to your own firepit,<br />
spectacular sunsets and dark skies. There is also an<br />
all-weather shelter and BBQ area.<br />
totteridge-farm.website/camping-and-holidays<br />
Troutbeck Guest House<br />
The Red Lion Freehouse and Troutbeck Guest House<br />
at East Chisenbury have gained quite a reputation<br />
for providing the best of Wiltshire's food, drink<br />
and accommodation in a truly beautiful setting.<br />
The thatched pub now holds a Michelin star for<br />
its outstanding food, but has never changed its<br />
relaxed, distinctively 'pubby' atmosphere. If there<br />
were any improvements to be made to the Red<br />
Lion experience, it could only be the addition of a<br />
cozy, classy guest house to go back to after a lovely<br />
meal. In December 2012 the Red Lion opened a<br />
newly converted bungalow to its loyal following – a<br />
gorgeously polished accommodation sat right on the<br />
bank of the River Avon.<br />
redlionfreehouse.com<br />
HAMPSHIRE<br />
Lainston House – Exclusive Collection<br />
Lainston House is a 17th century luxury hotel,<br />
offering luxurious stays, award-winning dining,<br />
bespoke meetings and memorable weddings. It is<br />
also home to the Season cookery school with awardwinning<br />
chefs and renowned external experts.<br />
Tucked away in 63 acres of rural Hampshire<br />
countryside, you can enjoy both a remote and<br />
Manor Farm Courtyard Cottages<br />
Luxuriously-appointed self-catering cottages<br />
situated in glorious Berkshire countryside.<br />
These 17th century former barns and stables,<br />
renovated by the Betts family farm, provide<br />
everything you need for a luxurious stay on the<br />
<strong>Great</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Way</strong> and with a village community<br />
shop and café next door for fresh food.<br />
stayatmanorfarm.co.uk<br />
relaxing escape in the country or a more activity<br />
filled getaway with lots to do on site, as well as so<br />
many attractions on your doorstep. Individually<br />
designed rooms and suites with beautiful walks and<br />
bike rides in the grounds, inspiring cookery classes<br />
in Season and delicious dining in The Avenue or<br />
their brand new restaurant, The Wellhouse. Not to<br />
mention outstanding afternoon teas in the drawing<br />
room and casual dining in The Cedar Bar. Head out<br />
to explore local attractions, with the historic city of<br />
Winchester, Bombay Sapphire distillery, Marwell Zoo<br />
and Paultons Park all within 15 miles.<br />
exclusive.co.uk/lainston-house<br />
Plan your complete trip<br />
One of the most exciting ways to<br />
travel the <strong>Great</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Way</strong> is to<br />
stop somewhere new each night.<br />
<strong>Great</strong><strong>West</strong><strong>Way</strong>.co.uk<br />
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