Relaxing things to do
From visiting beautiful gardens, drifting over the dramatic countryside
in a balloon, to strolling along the spectacular South West Coast Path,
here a few suggestions of things you may like to do while enjoying a relaxing
break in South West England:
Attraction: Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, Gloucestershire
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Cotswold hills, Sudeley Castle is regarded as one of England’s most enchanting castles.
The Castle has royal connections spanning a thousand years, and has played an important role in the turbulent and changing times of England’s past.
Why not cosy up next to a roaring log fire and enjoy some of the finest food produced in the West Country
Think of being snug and cosy next to a roaring log fire, enjoying some of the finest food produced in the West Country, while gazing out of the window onto some of the most fabulous scenery in Britain.
Attraction: Dinosaur Museum, Dorchester, Dorset
The only museum on mainland Britain solely devoted to dinosaurs
Fossils, skeletons, life-size dinosaur reconstructions, plus hands-on and multimedia displays provide great family fun – part of the Jurassic Coast experience.
Attraction: Tutankhamun Exhibition, Dorchester, Dorset
The only exhibition of its kind on Tutankhamun outside Egypt.
The world's greatest discovery of Ancient Treasure -Tutankhamun's tomb, treasures and mummy are superbly recreated in this internationally renowned exhibition - spanning time itself.
The Royal Forest Route is an ideal place to visit and 'chill out'
A 20 mile circular drive through the heart of the Forest of Dean
