Travel through the South of England, and you’ll find no shortage of beautiful things to look at and explore. If you’re planning a break in this part of the country, then it pays to set out an itinerary in advance.
Bath
This incredible city is a unique offering, thanks largely to its planning laws. The buildings all tend to follow a classic style, meaning that you can get a lot of aesthetic value simply by taking a stroll around some of the more famous streets – and the side streets, too.
A visit to Bath might also present an opportunity to learn about some of England’s earliest residents – the Romans. If you’ve got a passion for 19th-century literature, on the other hand, you might visit the Jane Austen Festival.
If you’re looking to visit the city, then you might take a train from Keynsham.
Dover
This historic town should be familiar to most British tourists – since it represents the start of a ferry trip to Calais. You might have seen the famous White Cliffs – perhaps while floating across the channel. But if you’re in the South, then it’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy the view from the top. Dover has been a significant location for more than three thousand years; if you’re in the vicinity, then you’ll want to pay a visit to some of that history, in the form of Dover Castle and the accompanying tunnels.
Oxford
North of London, we find one of the country’s premier University cities. Students from around the world flock to this place, to receive an enviable education. But if you’re just visiting to take in the sights, you’ll be rewarded with some sumptuous architecture, as well as a vibrant arts scene and nightlife. You might finish your stay here with an activity that’s beloved by locals and visitors: a punt along the river.
Cotswolds
When most people think of the English countryside, with its picturesque little villages and expertly-manicured hedgerows, they think of somewhere like the Cotswolds. You might spend your time in the region cycling from village to village, or travelling via the canals. Among the more famous villages are Bibury, Stow-on-the-Wold, and Naunton.
Perhaps the best way to plan a trip through the Cotswolds is to imagine where you’d like to visit, and then plan a route along the way. If you’re on foot throughout, then you’ll get a sense of wonderful isolation that’s difficult to find elsewhere.
