Local People

"We love to tell people stories and histories, and to help inform them about the places they're seeing." 

"Very traditional, but with slightly quirky twists."

"One of the best things about having gardens like this is that people can come and see what we do. Hopefully they can get some inspiration for their own gardens."

"Every morning I walk across the hotel’s beautiful garden to get to my office, and every single time I remember how lucky I am to work here."

We spoke to Robert Dean, President of the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust, about this incredible waterway and its place on the Great West Way.

"I think that I have one of the best jobs in the world because I get to promote one of the most beautiful and unspoilt areas in England."

Jeremy York is the Tower Constable of St Peter and St Paul's Church in Marlborough, giving tours to the visitors who venture up the 137 steps to the top of St Peter’s Tower. 

We spoke to some of the people who live and work here on the Great West Way to find out what they think makes the route so special.

There are lots of options for exploring the Great West Way - travel by foot, bike, car, boat or train. The choice is yours! We asked the locals which they prefer, and why.