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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an exhilarating experience<br />
with boisterous bluesy<br />
improvisations to sultry<br />
swing sounds. Adding to the<br />
auditory stimulation, visuals<br />
and theatricals abound<br />
with stylishly dressed<br />
performers, stunning light<br />
displays and captivating<br />
dance numbers.<br />
MAY 2023<br />
BATH FESTIVAL, VARIOUS<br />
VENUES ACROSS THE<br />
CITY<br />
12-21 MAY 2023<br />
Bath Festival is one of<br />
the most renowned<br />
music festivals in the<br />
country, with a storied<br />
history and an unbeatable<br />
atmosphere. From rock<br />
to pop to classical, Bath<br />
Festival ensures an array<br />
of music and celebrates<br />
books too - whether you're<br />
an aficionado, bookworm<br />
or simply looking to<br />
experience some great<br />
tunes. You'll be able to<br />
witness amazing live<br />
performances in unique<br />
venues like hot air balloons,<br />
historic Georgian mansions,<br />
and open-air events under<br />
the stars.<br />
THE LECHLADE FESTIVAL,<br />
LECHLADE, THE<br />
COTSWOLDS<br />
26-28 MAY 2023<br />
Set in the beautiful<br />
Cotswolds, a short detour<br />
from the <strong>Great</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Way</strong><br />
route, this multi-day<br />
event is an unforgettable<br />
experience and a must-see<br />
for any music lover. From<br />
live acts ranging from folk<br />
to rock, there's something<br />
to suit everyone’s taste.<br />
The atmosphere is lively yet<br />
welcoming, with delicious<br />
food and drinks available<br />
to enjoy while soaking up<br />
the melodious sounds.<br />
Venture into the beautiful<br />
surrounding countryside<br />
and explore serene riverside<br />
paths - blissful tranquillity<br />
perfect for soaking up<br />
some much-needed<br />
downtime. Then end<br />
your day with a party<br />
under starlit skies; with<br />
such prodigal panache,<br />
it promises to be one<br />
heckuva razzle-dazzle<br />
weekend!<br />
DOT TO DOT,<br />
BRISTOL, VARIOUS<br />
VENUES ACROSS THE<br />
CITY<br />
27 MAY 2023<br />
Dot to Dot has been<br />
known to bring<br />
the hottest new<br />
emerging artists to the<br />
spotlight, previously<br />
spotting the talents<br />
of The xx, Ed Sheeran<br />
and Florence + The<br />
Machine. The lineup<br />
for 2023 includes<br />
Yard Act, Alvvays, Beka,<br />
Cryalot, Finn Foxell, High<br />
Vis, Kofi Stone, Opus Kink,<br />
and Yunè Pinku - and if<br />
you’ve not heard of them<br />
yet, the chances are they<br />
will go on to be famous<br />
around the globe. See them<br />
first at this award-winning,<br />
metropolitan festival.<br />
LOVE SAVES THE DAY,<br />
ASHTON COURT ESTATE,<br />
BRISTOL<br />
27-28 MAY 2023<br />
Championing local acts as<br />
well as attracting worldclass<br />
artists, Love Saves<br />
the Day is back in May.<br />
Acts are to be announced,<br />
but previous years have<br />
seen the likes of Chase and<br />
Status, Bicep and Kurupt FM<br />
take to its stages.<br />
CHIPPENHAM FOLK<br />
FESTIVAL, CHIPPENHAM,<br />
WILTSHIRE<br />
26-29 MAY 2023<br />
2023 marks 50 years of<br />
the amazing Chippenham<br />
Folk Festival – a community<br />
celebration of folk music,<br />
song, dance and arts. From<br />
local talent to renowned<br />
artists, this vibrant music<br />
event provides a feast<br />
for every musical palate,<br />
whether that’s traditional<br />
folk or cutting-edge<br />
contemporary sounds.<br />
And with its inclusive<br />
atmosphere and charmingly<br />
bucolic surroundings,<br />
visitors often feel as though<br />
they've stepped into<br />
another world – one filled<br />
with artistry, conviviality<br />
and delight. →<br />
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