What is South West England like to explore?
Discover South West England’s beautiful counties including Wiltshire, Dorset, Somerset, The Cotswolds and Gloucestershire. Travel well beyond the tourist trails and leave the crowds behind. Drive and Stroll offer private guided scenic drives paired with enjoyable and easy short strolls (typically 30 – 60 minutes). In addition all our tours include refreshments and entrance tickets.
Tell me more about South West England?
South West England has been Alison and David Howell’s home for five decades. It’s their back yard. The place they love and know the best and where they have built extensive local knowledge.
Therefore, Drive and Stroll know how to get you away from the crowds, off piste and deep into the secrets and hidden gems of the region.
What’s so special about South West England (the largest and most diverse of England’s nine regions)? It is its rich variety of history, landscapes, architecture, and in addition its unique villages and towns which you will see on the tours.
Divided into English counties they include Wiltshire, Dorset, Somerset and Gloucestershire which also includes the Cotswolds. Each county offers something unique in terms of architecture, history and stories and landscapes. And this keeps many of our guests returning for more adventures. Scroll down to view our private guided tours.
"We know how to get you away from the crowds, off piste and away from tourist hotspots. Therefore, explore the England you may have dreamed of but not known how to access."
What's South West England like?
South West England is the largest of England’s nine regions. Home to Stonehenge, Avebury stone circle, Stourhead Landscape Gardens, and in addition Bath and Salisbury Cathedral. However, it’s also home to places which won’t appear on a Google search or in most tour itineraries. It’s these places we love to show you. The secret and the hidden gems. The crowd free. The England you’ve probably dreamed of but not known how to access. The places only a local would know.
How do I travel to South West England?
By air – look at London Heathrow Airport or the smaller regional Bristol Airport. From here we can advise.
By train – the South West is well connected. For example you can travel from London to Kemble in the Cotswolds in just 60 minutes or to Wiltshire (Stonehenge) in 85 minutes. We can meet and welcome you at the train station.
By chauffeured car – Some of our guests prefer a chauffeured car to meet you at your accommodation. Simply ask us and we can help.
Take advantage of our local knowledge. Simply get in touch with us at enquire@driveandstroll.co.uk to discuss your travel plans and options.
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