The Rough Guide to the Great West Way

Practical travel guide to the Great West Way featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in the Great West Way. The Rough Guide to the Great West Way also includes details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in the Great West Way, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip.

The Rough Guide to the Great West Way covers: West of London, Berkshire, the Southern Cotswolds, Wiltshire, Bath and Bristol.

Inside this travel guide you'll find:

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER

Experiences for every kind of trip to the Great West Way, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Westonbirt, The National Arboretum to family activities in child-friendly places, like Lacock Abbey or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Windsor Castle.

PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS

Essential pre-departure information including the Great West Way entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.

TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES

Carefully planned routes covering the best of the Great West Way give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.

DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE

Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.

INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL

Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for narrow-boating, paddle boarding, antiquing or enjoying traditional afternoon tea.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS

Rough Guides' rundown of London, Berkshire, Wiltshire, the Cotswolds's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to the Great West Way, even in a short time.

HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS

Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in the Great West Way, matching different needs.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into the Great West Way, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.

FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY

Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Kew Gardens and the spectacular Stonehenge.

COLOUR-CODED MAPPING

Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Bath, Bristol and many more locations in the Great West Way, reduce need to go online.

USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT

With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.