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Trying rowing along the way
Rowing along the River Thames at Marlow
Explore on Horse back
Horse riding along the Great West Way
Discover the way by bicycle
Cycling past Alton Barnes White Horse, Wiltshire

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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

Walking along the Great West Way.
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Horse riding along the Great West Way.
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Cycling along the Great West Way.
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Outdoor & adventure activities along the Great West Way.
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Water sports along the Great West Way.
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Spectator sports along the Great West Way.

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Vaughan's Cookery School

Address

8 White Horse Business Centre, Hopton Road, Devizes, Wilts, SN10 2HJ

Telephone
01380 530203

info@vaughanskitchen.co.uk

Devizes

Vaughan’s Cookery School offers a comprehensive range of public, professional, bespoke, corporate and children’s courses, along with culinary hen parties and group sessions for a party with a difference or a fun evening with friends. Participants…

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Alison Howell's Foot Trails

Address

9 Berwick Courtyard, Berwick St Leonard, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 5UA

Telephone
01747 820626

enquire@foottrails.co.uk

Salisbury

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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Compass Holidays

Address

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

Telephone
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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Sulis Guides

Address

Bristol, South Glos, BS30 6HB

Telephone
+441225852722

enquiries@sulisguides.com

Bristol

Sulis Guides is a highly regarded guiding company, based in the beautiful city of Bath for over thirty years.
We provide high quality, experienced, multi-lingual Blue Badge guides for tailor-made car, coach and walking tours of the West Country and…

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Sally Narrowboats

Address

Bradford On Avon Marina, Trowbridge Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1UD

Telephone
+44 1225 864923

enquiries@sallynarrowboats.co.uk

Bradford on Avon

Week and day hire, skippered cruises and canoe hire.

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Liberty Car Tours

Address

4 Queen Street, Bath, BA1 1HE

Telephone
07989387660

libertycartours@icloud.com

Bath

Spend a day in safe hands and comfort with an English gentleman as your driver and host, and enjoy bespoke days out in the beautiful English countryside.

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South West Heritage Tours

Address

16 Norton Bavant, Norton Bavant, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7BB

Telephone
44 (0)7739 667543

southwestguide@gmail.com

Warminster

Chauffeur-driven car tours of England's South West in a luxury vehicle with a Blue Badge Guide ( England's most prestigious tourism qualification). Salisbury Cathedral, Stonehenge, Avebury, Salisbury Plain, Cranborne Chase. Specialist areas included…

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Kenavon Venture Boat Trip

Address

The Wharf, Couch Lane, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 1EB

Telephone
01380 721279

office.manager@katrust.org.uk

Devizes

The Kenavon Venture is a purpose built public trip boat. We offer regular public trips on a Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday as well as various themed and catered trips. The Kenavon Venture is also available for charter hire.

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SUP Bristol - Stand Up Paddleboarding

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Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Rd, Bristol, BS1 6XG

Telephone
+44 (0)7434 807 408

info@supbristol.com

Bristol

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Try stand up paddleboarding with SUP Bristol and see Bristol Floating Harbour from a truly unique angle. Explore the vibrant and historic Harbourside with SUP Bristol's expert and enthusiastic instructors to show you the ropes.

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Bainton Bikes

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Moreton In Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 0AA

Telephone
01865 311610

info@baintonbikes.com

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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