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There are so many ways to get active and involved along the Great West Way, from kayaking serene stretches of the Kennet & Avon Canal to playing a round of golf amid tree-lined fairways.

Walking, cycling and horse riding are all exhilarating ways to experience the touring route. Imagine trotting through winding country lanes on horseback, or riding over the horizon on a racing bike as the sun starts to set. You can even enjoy the countryside on a llama or alpaca trek. Did you know? Llamas were brought from South America to England in Victorian times, and thousands of them can now live across the UK.

The Great West Way’s scenic waterways support various water sports too. Canoeing, kayaking, canal boat riding, stand-up paddle boarding… Viewing the touring route from the water will give you a whole different perspective on the landscape and its natural inhabitants. Tip: Watch out for the blue flash of a kingfisher as it dips down to catch a fish. (Speaking of which, you can go fishing here too.)

If you’d like a bird’s-eye view of the touring route, you could have a ride in a hot air balloon, try paragliding, piloting a small plane, skydiving or even bungee jumping… you go first though, okay? If you enjoy a thrill of adrenaline on your holidays, have a look at all the outdoor and adventure activities on offer. Or simply sit back and enjoy the action of the Great West Way's spectator sports.

But you don’t have to be into sport or high-stakes thrills for an active, hands-on experience of the Great West Way. For those that prefer arts and culture, there are craft workshops, writing and painting retreats, cookery sessions, music and dance classes and many more activities to get involved with however long you’re staying with us.

A great way to get started with the above activities is to try a one-on-to-one class, a group workshop or even a residential course or activity holiday. Find out more about what’s available below, in the see & do section and on our great outdoors guide.

Walking on the Great West Way

Walking along the Great West Way.
Cycling

Cycling along the Great West Way.
Outdoor & Adventure

Outdoor & adventure activities along the Great West Way.
Water Sports

Water sports along the Great West Way.
Spectator Sports

Spectator sports along the Great West Way.
Boat Trips

Take to the water during your journey along the Great West Way. There are boat trips to enjoy along the length of the route, at Bristol Harbour, on the Kennet and Avon canal, and on the Thames River flowing west from London.

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a'Beckett's Vineyard

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High Street, Littleton Panell, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 4EN

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+44 (0)1380 816669

info@abecketts.co.uk

Devizes

English vineyard offering a range of red and white wines. Tours by arrangement. Tastings and walks round our 20 acre site.

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Compass Holidays

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The Studios, Beechurst House, The Reddings, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6RT

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01242250642

info@compass-holidays.com

The Reddings, Cheltenham

Compass Holidays specialise in walking, cycling and activity short breaks and holidays in a variety of Great West Way destinations. Unique and active tours with Compass Holidays allows you to get under the skin of the history, culture and natural…

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Active England Tours

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Walton Well Road, Oxford, Oxon, OX2 6GE

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01865 747975

Oxford

Walking and cycling tours fit for all the family.

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A Taste of England Tours

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The Old Post Office, 28 Kingsdon, Near Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7LF

Telephone
07817 364981

julia@atasteofenglandtours.com

Near Somerton

A Taste of England Tours specialises in individually prepared tours for guests who want to explore the heritage, landscape and culture of Southern England and sample the wonderful local food of this region.

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Barbara McLellan Narrowboat

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Wharf Cottage, 15 Frome Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1LE

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0800 121 4679

barbaramac@katrust.org.uk

Bradford on Avon

Based at Bradford on Avon Wharf, 400 yards from the town centre and only a few steps from the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust's Tea Room, the 65ft Barbara McLellan wide beam is perfectly suited for leisure passengers with 40 seated at tables and a fully…

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Active England Tours

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Walton Well Road, Oxford, Oxon, OX2 6GE

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01865 747975

Oxford

Walking and cycling tours fit for all the family.

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Alison Howell's Foot Trails

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Wiltshire

Telephone
01747 820626

enquire@foottrails.co.uk

Enjoy an authentic and indulgent experience of rural England. Away from crowds. With extensive local knowledge of Wiltshire and South West England our holidays and local trails will take you off the beaten track.

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Bristol Nordic Walking

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BS20 0QD

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07958 581398

info@bristolnordicwalking.co.uk

We’re an experienced and vibrant walking company leading scenic walks in and around Bristol and Bath.
Let us show you breathtaking scenery rich in history with our 8-16km tried and tested walks around Clifton Suspension Bridge, The Cotswolds,…

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Bainton Bikes

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Moreton In Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 0AA

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01865 311610

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Moreton In Marsh

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Hire one of our bikes 24/7 from Cotswold locations using our app, or join us for a cycle tour of the Cotswolds, Oxford and Bath or follow one of our travel guides and explore the local area

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