Great West Way® Travel Magazine

The Great West Way Travel Magazine features 120 pages of informative articles and stunning photography brimming with inspiration to explore further, delve deeper and uncover the essence of this unique part of England. It presents a series of inspirational themed features, articles and ideas suitable for visitors travelling along the route by road, rail, water, on bike or on foot. The magazine highlights the extraordinary variety of amazing tourism destinations and experiences along the route, each with something unique to offer. From idyllic countryside, beautifully quaint villages to elegant towns and buzzing cities, a route where creativity and culture rub shoulders with world-famous heritage.

WELCOME TO ENGLAND’S GREAT WEST WAY

THE WAY FORWARD • A look at some of the highlights and what’s new on the Great West Way

VIRTUAL SPECIAL AERIAL VISTAS • Enjoy the Great West Way from a bird's-eye view with our selection of stunning panoramic virtual tours and captivating drone footage!

MY GREAT WEST WAY: ALEX BRANNEN • Discover the Great West Way through the eyes of a local, the Communications Manager in charge of the UK's largest town

GREAT WEST WAY MEMENTOS • For one-of-a-kind souvenirs, gift shops in museums, galleries and other attractions often come up with the goods. From a glass bauble at Bristol Blue Glass to stylish sarsen necklaces at Stonehenge, you’ll come away with something unique and special that reminds you of your trip

ENJOYING THE RIVER • Since the Great West Way flows along with wonderful waterways, opportunities to splash about in the water abound

FIVE OF THE BEST SMART PHONE TOURS • Discover the Great West Way at your own pace with these easy-to-follow smartphone apps

TEN OF THE BEST UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES • The Great West Way is packed with hidden gems and unexpected treasures. There’s something for everyone, and we hope you enjoy our top ten unmissable adventures

SUSTAINABLE TOURISM • Take time to explore the Great West Way evoking all your senses, losing yourself in an authentic car-free journey

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TOUR GUIDES • For a range of walking and cycling holidays these experts are on hand to offer you a helping hand!

CAPTURING THE MOMENT • Photographers are never short of inspiration for the perfect shot along the Great West Way. Vote for your favourite capture from our ten finalists for your chance to win a prize to go here!

STRIKING ARCHITECTURE TO SEE ON THE ROUTE • There are many impressive styles of architecture to see on the Great West Way. How many in our list here have you visited?

GARDENS THROUGH THE SEASONS • The gardens of the Great West Way are beautiful whatever the season, but here are the must-sees throughout the year

HISTORIC STOPS TRAIN TRAVEL • Making tracks on the Great West Way can point you at endless amounts of history and fun facts to be discovered along its length from London to Bristol

GOURMET GUIDE FOOD & DRINK • Discover a wealth of hidden culinary delights and epicurean experiences on the Great West Way

MUSEUM GEMS • The Great West Way is home to some of England’s most fascinating heritage sites and unmissable museums to visit on your journey

VIDEOS AND MULTIMEDIA

WHAT ITEM WOULD YOU SAVE FROM A FIRE? • Curators of some of the best museums along the Great West Way reveal what single item in their collections they would choose to save if disaster struck

WAYS TO REJUVENATE THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL • Take some time out for yourself along the Great West Way and re-energise your mind, body and soul. Whether you’re keen on keeping fit or prefer taking it easy in a luxury spa, we hope you enjoy our top 10 ways to add some wellness to your trip

POST-COVID HOTEL STAYS • From the city,...