The coronavirus pandemic might have put the brakes on your holiday plans, but with restrictions easing, now is the perfect time to get inspired and find out what our country has to offer.
Be aware that your trip may need some extra planning, but as long as you follow government advice, travel when it’s safe, and call ahead to make sure everything is open, there are plenty of scenic routes in the UK to enjoy.
Also, make sure your car is ready for the journey by carrying out essential checks and ensuring you have the right breakdown cover and insurance in place.
Is there anywhere more quintessentially English than the Cotswolds? Miles and miles of lush countryside are scattered with perfectly-preserved villages and winding country lanes often marked out with iconic Cotswold stone walls.
We recommend starting in Chipping Campden, towards the north of the Cotswolds, before heading south, hopping from pretty village to pretty village as you take in quaint pubs, medieval churches, and all manner of local curiosities on your way to Bath at the southern tip.
The region is recognized as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and promises close encounters with wildlife and a host of birdwatching opportunities at the Slimbridge Wetland Centre. If you’d prefer a more action-packed escape, paddleboarding, kayaking, and archery are all available at the Cotswold Water Park.
Cotswolds road trip stop-offs
As well as having one of the UK’s prettiest high streets, Broadway is also home to Broadway Tower, from the top of which you can see a staggering 16 counties.
Top tip: In normal circumstances, the Cotswolds plays host to a number of diverse festivals every year, so check ahead and try to coincide your trip with whichever floats your boat, from beer and cider festivals to country shows.
Distance and ideal duration: 70 miles, 3-4 days.
Did you know? The stunning Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, was apparently earmarked by Nazi leader Adolf Hitler to become his home after invading Britain.
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