42 days in England Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips England trip itinerary planner
Start: London
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Canterbury
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Dover
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Rye
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Sandown
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Salisbury
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Warminster
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Wells
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Glastonbury
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Exmouth
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Tavistock
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Woolacombe
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Padstow
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St Ives
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Bristol
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Bath
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Avebury
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Tewkesbury
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Gloucester
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Canterbury — 1 night
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Canterbury is a historic English cathedral city and UNESCO World Heritage Site, which lies at the heart of the City of Canterbury, a local government district of Kent, England. On the 1st (Fri), explore the ancient world of St. Augustine's Abbey.
To find traveler tips, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read Canterbury online trip itinerary builder.
London to Canterbury is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Dover.
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London to Canterbury is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Dover.
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Dover — 1 night
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Dover is a town and major ferry port in the home county of Kent, in South East England. Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sat): stroll through St Margaret-at-Cliffe.
To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Dover trip maker app.
Traveling by car from Canterbury to Dover takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Rye.
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To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Dover trip maker app.
Traveling by car from Canterbury to Dover takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Rye.
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Rye — 1 night
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Rye is a small town in the non-metropolitan county of East Sussex, within the historic County of Sussex, England, which stands approximately two miles from the open sea and is at the confluence of three rivers: the Rother, the Tillingham and the Brede. Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sun): identify plant and animal life at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, see the interesting displays at Rye Heritage Centre, then kick back and relax at Camber Sands, and finally sample the tasty concoctions at Rye Waterworks MIcropub. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at Ypres Tower Museum, Rye Castle, then steep yourself in history at Lamb House, and then steep yourself in history at St. Mary's Parish Church.
To find photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Rye tour itinerary planning website.
You can drive from Dover to Rye in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can travel to Sandown.
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To find photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Rye tour itinerary planning website.
You can drive from Dover to Rye in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can travel to Sandown.
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Sandown — 2 nights
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A holiday in Sandown offers opportunities for leisure, great nature experiences, and a variety of educational and kid-friendly activities.Start off your visit on the 5th (Tue): look for all kinds of wild species at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, look for all kinds of wild species at Shanklin Chine, then identify plant and animal life at The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Amazon World Zoo Park.
To see other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Sandown driving holiday site.
Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Rye to Sandown takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. May in Sandown sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Salisbury.
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Salisbury — 1 night
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Salisbury is a cathedral city in Wiltshire, England, and the only city within the county. Kick off your visit on the 6th (Wed): steep yourself in history at Old Sarum.
To find where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Salisbury trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Sandown to Salisbury takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, ferry, and taxi; or do a combination of train and ferry. In May, daily temperatures in Salisbury can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Warminster.
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To find where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Salisbury trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Sandown to Salisbury takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, ferry, and taxi; or do a combination of train and ferry. In May, daily temperatures in Salisbury can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Warminster.
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Warminster — 1 night
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Warminster is a town and civil parish in western Wiltshire, England, by-passed by the A36 (between Salisbury and Bath) and the partly concurrent A350 between Westbury and Blandford Forum. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Thu): make a trip to St Andrew's Church, Mells.
To find where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Warminster trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Salisbury to Warminster in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Warminster are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Wells.
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To find where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Warminster trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Salisbury to Warminster in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Warminster are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Wells.
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Wells — 3 nights
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Wells is a cathedral city and civil parish in the Mendip district of Somerset, on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills. Visiting Cheddar Gorge and Ebbor Gorge will get you outdoors. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Wells Cathedral and Wells Market Place. Take a break from Wells with a short trip to Church of St. John the Baptist in Axbridge, about 32 minutes away. There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at The Bishop's Palace and Gardens, find something for the whole family at Wookey Hole Caves, pause for some serene contemplation at St Cuthbert's parish Church, and take in the exciting artwork at A2 Gallery.
To find other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Wells online trip planner.
Traveling by car from Warminster to Wells takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. On the 11th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Glastonbury.
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To find other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Wells online trip planner.
Traveling by car from Warminster to Wells takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. On the 11th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Glastonbury.
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Glastonbury — 1 night
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On the 11th (Mon), steep yourself in history at Chalice Well, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at White Spring Well & Temple, and then don't miss a visit to Bride’s Mound.
For traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Glastonbury online road trip planner.
Glastonbury is just a stone's throw from Wells. In May, daytime highs in Glastonbury are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to drive to Exmouth.
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Glastonbury is just a stone's throw from Wells. In May, daytime highs in Glastonbury are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to drive to Exmouth.
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Exmouth — 3 nights
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Exmouth is a port town, civil parish and seaside resort in East Devon, England, sited on the east bank of the mouth of the River Exe. On the 12th (Tue), browse the eclectic array of goods at EMA Market. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll through Dawlish Warren Beach, trek along Exmouth & Orcombe Point Walk, then hike along Exmouth to Lympstone Walk, and finally admire the striking features of A La Ronde.
To find traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Exmouth trip site.
You can drive from Glastonbury to Exmouth in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or do a combination of bus and train. In May, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Tavistock.
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To find traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Exmouth trip site.
You can drive from Glastonbury to Exmouth in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or do a combination of bus and train. In May, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Tavistock.
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Tavistock — 2 nights
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Tavistock is an ancient stannary and market town within West Devon, England. Start off your visit on the 15th (Fri): tee off at Hurdwick Golf Course, then take an in-depth tour of Dingles Fairground Museum, and then admire the sheer force of Lydford Gorge. On your second day here, steep yourself in history at Cotehele, look for all kinds of wild species at The Monkey Sanctuary, and then steep yourself in history at Buckland Abbey, National Trust.
Plan trip to Tavistock with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.
Drive from Exmouth to Tavistock in 1.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Woolacombe.
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Drive from Exmouth to Tavistock in 1.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Woolacombe.
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Lydford Gorge, Buckland Abbey, National Trust, The Monkey Sanctuary, Cotehele, Dingles Fairground Museum
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Woolacombe — 3 nights
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Woolacombe is a seaside resort on the coast of North Devon, England, which lies at the mouth of a valley (or 'combe') in the parish of Mortehoe. Dunster Castle and Hele Corn Mill & Tea Room are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Relax by the water at Woolacombe Beach and Barricane Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Woolacombe: Dunster (The Parish and Priory Church of St. George, Dunster & Dunster Museum and Dolls Collection) and The Big Sheep. (in Bideford). There's much more to do: stroll through Walk - Morte Point Trail, head outdoors with Fly Like a Bird, kick back and relax at Rockham Bay, and pause for some photo ops at Verity.
To see photos, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Woolacombe vacation planning tool.
Getting from Tavistock to Woolacombe by car takes about 2 hours. In May, daytime highs in Woolacombe are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Wed) to allow time for the car ride to Padstow.
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To see photos, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Woolacombe vacation planning tool.
Getting from Tavistock to Woolacombe by car takes about 2 hours. In May, daytime highs in Woolacombe are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Wed) to allow time for the car ride to Padstow.
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Padstow — 2 nights
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Padstow is a town, civil parish and fishing port on the north coast of Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Wed): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Collegiate Church of St Endellion. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: look for all kinds of wild species at National Lobster Hatchery, take in the waterfront at Padstow Harbour, then stroll through Trevone Bay Beach, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Treyarnon Bay Beach.
For where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Padstow trip itinerary builder website.
Getting from Woolacombe to Padstow by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to drive to St Ives.
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For where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Padstow trip itinerary builder website.
Getting from Woolacombe to Padstow by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to drive to St Ives.
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St Ives — 2 nights
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St Ives is a seaside town, civil parish and port in Cornwall. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): kick back and relax at Porthminster Beach, explore the galleries of New Craftsman Gallery, explore the world behind art at Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, then admire the masterpieces at Tate St. Ives, and finally stroll through St Ives Harbour Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Sun): step off the mainland to explore St. Michael's Mount, view the masterpieces at Blue Harbour Gallery, and then kick back and relax at Gwithian Beach.
To find ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the St Ives holiday planner.
You can drive from Padstow to St Ives in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Bristol.
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To find ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the St Ives holiday planner.
You can drive from Padstow to St Ives in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Bristol.
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Bristol — 3 nights
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Bristol is famous for its Georgian and Victorian architecture, street art, underground music, maritime history, and the world-famous Clifton Suspension Bridge.You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Brunel's SS Great Britain and St Mary Redcliffe Church. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Tintern Abbey and St. John The Baptist Church. Explore Bristol's surroundings by going to Parva Farm Vineyard (in Tintern), Porthcawl Museum (in Porthcawl) and Southerndown (Southerndown Strand & Dunraven Bay). The adventure continues: snap pictures at Clifton Suspension Bridge and stop by Averys Wine Merchants.
To find ratings, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read Bristol travel route planning website.
You can drive from St Ives to Bristol in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Bath.
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Bath — 4 nights
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Queen of English Cities
A World Heritage Site, Bath has been one of Europe’s most popular spa destinations since the Roman era.Family-friendly places like The Roman Baths and The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa will thrill your kids. Escape the urban bustle at Two Tunnels Greenway and Manor House Golf Club. Venture out of the city with trips to The Players Golf Club (in Codrington), Castle Combe Village (in Castle Combe) and Chipping Sodbury Golf Club (in Chipping Sodbury). There's lots more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Bath Abbey, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, play a few rounds at Victoria Falls Adventure Golf, and examine the collection at The Jane Austen Centre.
For traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Bath trip planner.
Drive from Bristol to Bath in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sun) so you can drive to Avebury.
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Avebury — 2 nights
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On the 1st (Mon), delve into the distant past at Avebury Stone Circle, explore the ancient world of West Kennet Long Barrow, and then steep yourself in history at Silbury Hill. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue): steep yourself in history at Avebury Manor and then take an in-depth tour of Alexander Keiller Museum.
For ratings, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, use the Avebury trip itinerary planner.
Drive from Bath to Avebury in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Tewkesbury.
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For ratings, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, use the Avebury trip itinerary planner.
Drive from Bath to Avebury in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Tewkesbury.
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Tewkesbury — 2 nights
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Tewkesbury is a town and civil parish in Gloucestershire, England. Start off your visit on the 2nd (Tue): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas. On the next day, contemplate the waterfront views at The Severn Ham, play a few rounds at Sherdons Golf Centre, then pause for some serene contemplation at Tewkesbury Abbey, and finally witness the site of a historic battle at Tewkesbury Battlefield.
To find maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Tewkesbury road trip website.
You can drive from Avebury to Tewkesbury in 1.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Tewkesbury can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Thu) early enough to drive to Gloucester.
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To find maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Tewkesbury road trip website.
You can drive from Avebury to Tewkesbury in 1.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Tewkesbury can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Thu) early enough to drive to Gloucester.
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Gloucester — 3 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 5th (Fri): explore the ancient world of Eastgate Viewing Chamber, admire the landmark architecture of Gloucester Cathedral, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Nicholas' Church, then identify plant and animal life at Alney Island Nature Reserve, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Gloucester Docks. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Sat): look for all kinds of wild species at Walks With Hawks, then examine the collection at Jet Age Museum, and then tee off at Brickhampton Court Golf Complex.
For reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Gloucester sightseeing planning tool.
Gloucester is just a short distance from Tewkesbury. In June, daytime highs in Gloucester are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 7th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Stratford-upon-Avon.
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For reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Gloucester sightseeing planning tool.
Gloucester is just a short distance from Tewkesbury. In June, daytime highs in Gloucester are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 7th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Stratford-upon-Avon.
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Stratford-upon-Avon — 4 nights
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Stratford-upon-Avon is a market town and civil parish in Warwickshire, England, on the River Avon, 101mi north west of London, 22mi south east of Birmingham, and 8mi south west of Warwick. Kids will enjoy S&D Falconry and Anne Hathaway's Cottage & Gardens. Get some historical perspective at Shakespeare's Birthplace and The Shakespeare Heritage Trail. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Stratford-upon-Avon: Cotswold Archery (in Moreton-in-Marsh), Walk to Broadway Tower (in Chipping Campden) and Feldon Valley - Golf Club (in Lower Brailes). There's much more to do: grab your bike and head to The River Avon Trail, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, play a few rounds at Stratford-upon-Avon Golf Club, and brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Cotswolds Distillery.
For traveler tips, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Stratford-upon-Avon online trip maker.
You can drive from Gloucester to Stratford-upon-Avon in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a train. In June, daytime highs in Stratford-upon-Avon are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. On the 11th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
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For traveler tips, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Stratford-upon-Avon online trip maker.
You can drive from Gloucester to Stratford-upon-Avon in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a train. In June, daytime highs in Stratford-upon-Avon are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. On the 11th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
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England travel guide
A trip through England is a trip through world history, and few places in the world offer such a diverse variety of places to visit, activities, and experiences. The sprawling urban areas surrounding the capital city offer countless sightseeing opportunities, such as museums and historical sites, as well as some of the best shopping, nightlife, and culinary options in the world. To truly experience this country steeped in centuries of history, try to make time to explore the sweeping countryside, where you can enjoy the warm hospitality of small villages and explore the ancient remains of once-powerful societies. England boasts an outstanding transportation system, and many visitors find that even a short train ride through the country’s landscape of rolling hills and plains can be a highlight of their entire vacation. However you choose to move about, remember that in this compact country you’re never very far from a bustling town, where modern pubs, shops, and restaurants await to be explored.
