The Best: Places to Get Active

The best recommended places to get active along the Great West Way.
English Traditions and Customs to Try along the Great West Way

Make sure you experience these traditional English customs as you travel the Great West Way and discover the real England
The Best: Places to Stay with the Kids

Take a look at the best places to stay with the kids.

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The Great West Way offers hundreds of activities and attractions for the curious traveller to discover - in fact, you're never more than ten minutes from a point of interest! Whatever your interests and hobbies, there will be lots for you to explore and see... Below we bring you our top recommendations for what you should get up to along the Great West Way.

How to Explore the Great West Way
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How to Travel the Great West Way by Train
How to Travel from Bristol to Bath

Escape the Everyday on the Great West Way

Plan your Great West Way adventure for spring or summer 2021 and give yourself the perfect English escape to look forward to. Roam through idyllic countryside, quaint villages and elegant towns as you travel from Bristol to London.
The Kennet & Avon Canal

Slow down and enjoy all 87 miles of the Kennet and Avon Canal as part of your Great West Way adventure.
12 Lovely Photos of the Great West Way in Spring

This Spring, discover the quintessentially English landscapes of the Great West Way bursting with new life and colour.
Bridgerton Filming Locations along the Great West Way

Did you know that much of Netflix period drama Bridgerton was filmed on the Great West Way? From Bath to London, here are the Bridgerton filming locations to discover along the route.
Top Ten Unusual Things to do on the Great West Way

Want to fill your Great West Way holiday with unusual activities, unique things to do, and eccentric places to visit? The Great West Way is packed with hidden gems and unexpected treasures. Here are ten unusual things to do during a holiday on the Great West Way.
Great West Way Top 10s

Top 10s along the Great West Way.
The Best: Luxury Hotels to spend the Night

The best recommended luxury hotels to spend the night along the Great West Way.
The Best: Places to Get Active

The best recommended places to get active along the Great West Way.
7 Quintessentially English things to Do on the Great West Way

Discover some of the most iconic and traditional English activities to take part in on a holiday to the Great West Way.
Discover Downton Abbey Filming Locations

Explore the many Downton Abbey filming locations along the Great West Way.
The Best: Places to Stay with the Kids

Take a look at the best places to stay with the kids.
Love Stonehenge? Try Avebury

If you're visiting Stonehenge, Avebury is a must see to check off whilst in the area.
15 Photos of Stunning English Countryside along the Great West Way

Beautiful images of stunning English countryside to be found along the Great West Way
The Best: Places to Pretend you're Harry Potter

The best recommended places to pretend you're Harry Potter.
The Best: Shots for Your Instagram

Take a look at the best places to get the perfect shot for your Instagram.
The Best: Places to get out on the Water

Read about the best places to get out on the water along the Great West Way.
English Traditions and Customs to Try along the Great West Way

Make sure you experience these traditional English customs as you travel the Great West Way and discover the real England
Suggested Itineraries

For helping planning your Great West Way journey, take a look at our suggested itineraries for some inspiration.
15 Stunning Photos of Winter on the Great West Way

Travelling along the Great West Way during the winter is like discovering a magical, winter wonderland version of traditional England.
Love London? Try Bristol

Take a look at why we recommend Bristol.
Great West Way Travel Magazine

Discover the latest edition of the Great West Way Travel Magazine by clicking here.
18 Glorious Photos of Autumn on the Great West Way

Autumn is a lovely time of year to explore the stunning English countryside of the Great West Way. Misty mornings. Crisp leaves crunching under foot. Trees turning red and orange and gold.
How to Have a Thoroughly English 2020 Staycation on the Great West Way

2020 is set to be the year of the staycation. Discover the best England has to offer as you take a trip between Bristol and London, along the Great West Way.