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Ballydehob to Bantry Bay, Ireland - This 47-mile road curves around Mizen Head’s shores and was described by poet Seamus Heaney as “Water and ground in their extremity”.
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Ballydehob to Bantry Bay, Ireland - The brief drive is perfect for surveying Ireland’s southern coast.
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Ballydehob to Bantry Bay, Ireland - The trip along quiet roads should take around an hour.
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Ballydehob to Bantry Bay, Ireland - At Bantry Bay, you can stroll around the incredible scenery and pay a visit to the Betelgeuse memorial overlooking Bantry Harbour.
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Borrowdale to Buttermere, Lake District - The drive from Borrowdale to Buttermere is filled with inspiring views and natural wonders.
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Borrowdale to Buttermere, Lake District - The drive is only around 20 minutes but there are plenty of stop-off points, like Derwent Water.
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Borrowdale to Buttermere, Lake District - Other key spots are Honister Pass and Crummock Water.
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Borrowdale to Buttermere, Lake District - Whinlatter is one of the last stops. It’s a small fell that makes an easy hike.
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Swaledale to Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire - This 44-mile route circles two of Yorkshire’s finest dales, Swaledale and Arkengarthdale.
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Swaledale to Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire - The route starts and ends in the small market town of Richmond.
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Swaledale to Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire - Driving through Swaledale, you can admire the rolling farmland and small communities.
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Swaledale to Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire - Continuing through Arkengarthdale will give you a glimpse into the area’s history of lead mining.
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Sheffield to Macclesfield, Peak District - Cutting across the Peak District, this a beautiful route through the uplands.
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Sheffield to Macclesfield, Peak District - Starting off in Sheffield, the 37-mile route will take you past Nether Padley and Grindleford.
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Sheffield to Macclesfield, Peak District - The route will also take you to Stanage Edge, a rock climber's paradise and home to awe-inspiring views.
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Sheffield to Macclesfield, Peak District - A steep climb up Cat and Fiddle Road will give you unique views of the landscape before you reach Macclesfield. The Cat and Fiddle Inn pub is a welcome end-point.
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Bovey Tracey to Tavistock, Dartmoor - Cruise over Dartmoor on this incredible route full of twists and turns.
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Bovey Tracey to Tavistock, Dartmoor - Bovey Tracey is the perfect place to start. It’s a quiet town that leads you to the moor’s pastoral landscapes.
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Bovey Tracey to Tavistock, Dartmoor - Key stops include the ancient Hound Tor and Dartmeet, a centre of important archaeological landscapes.
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Bovey Tracey to Tavistock, Dartmoor - It’s also worth stopping at Two Bridges before heading back to Tavistock, an ancient market town.
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Hassocks to Eastbourne, The Downs - Starting off at Hassocks, this beautiful drive will take you past rolling hills and coastal views.
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Hassocks to Eastbourne, The Downs - The drive from Hassocks will take you to Ditchling Beacon, the third-highest point in the county.
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Hassocks to Eastbourne, The Downs - This road will lead you to the county town of Lewes, with attractions such as Lewes Castle and a bookshop dating back to the 15th century.
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Hassocks to Eastbourne, The Downs - Turning off the A259 will take you through twisting roads to the seaside town of Eastbourne.
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Glasgow to Mallaig, Scotland - Known as the Road to the Isles, this route starts at the banks of Loch Lomond.
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Glasgow to Mallaig, Scotland - From there, marvel at the picturesque moorland wilderness of Rannoch Moor.
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Glasgow to Mallaig, Scotland - Driving over the moor will take you down to Glen Coe and over Loch Leven.
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Glasgow to Mallaig, Scotland - The drive from Fort William will lead you past the beaches of Arisaig and to Mallaig.
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Old Military Road, Isle of Wight
- This road trip is the key to exploring the Isle of Wight’s impressive west coast.
Military Road originally connected forts and barracks. Public access was prohibited until the 1930s.
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Old Military Road, Isle of Wight
- The A3055 coast road is 13 miles long, starting at the village of Chale and concluding at the cove of Freshwater Bay.
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Old Military Road, Isle of Wight - Admire the bright white cliffs on this enthralling drive that you won’t forget.
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North Coast 500, Highlands - It’s said that North Coast 500 is Scotland’s answer to Route 66.
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North Coast 500, Highlands - The city of Inverness marks both the starting and finishing point.
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North Coast 500, Highlands - The Highland loop will take you over the jaw-dropping Bealach na Ba pass.
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North Coast 500, Highlands - The North Coast 500 gives you the finest views of the historic region.
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Ham Hill to Bridgwater, Somerset - This route will take you over the flatlands of Somerset Levels.
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Ham Hill to Bridgwater, Somerset - The starting point is the Iron Age fort on Ham Hill.
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Ham Hill to Bridgwater, Somerset - From there, you’ll drive through Martock, Muchelney, and Langport.
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Ham Hill to Bridgwater, Somerset - One of the best stop-off points is Burrow Bridge, which has a great view of River Parrett.
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Lanarkshire and Dunbarton, Scotland - Road A82 takes drivers through Scotland’s Glencoe Valley. This is a journey full of magical scenery.
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Lanarkshire and Dunbarton, Scotland - Glen Coe is a protected area, but the A82 gives you the chance to cross it through Glencoe Valley.
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Lanarkshire and Dunbarton, Scotland - Volcanic activity and glaciers shaped the awe-inspiring peaks that surround the road.
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Lanarkshire and Dunbarton, Scotland - Essential sights on the trek include Loch Ba and the towering heights of Buachaille Etive Mor.
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The Wild Atlantic Way - The Wild Atlantic Way guides you from the peaks of Malin Head to Kinsale Harbour.
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The Wild Atlantic Way - This route will take you past concealed coves and outstanding cliffs.
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The Wild Atlantic Way - Stop at Surf Coast to watch the powerful waves crash on siltstone rocks.
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The Wild Atlantic Way - Haven Coast is a beautiful route of thick hedgerows and tranquil beaches.
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Black Mountain Pass, Wales - This trip is filled with unrivalled views and attractive scenery.
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Black Mountain Pass, Wales - The Black Mountain Pass takes drivers through the jaw-dropping Brecon Beacons.
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Black Mountain Pass, Wales - Follow the bending roads and you’ll get a chance to explore Tywi Valley.
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Black Mountain Pass, Wales - The route is best tackled from north to south, with sights including Herbert’s Pass and the village of Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen.
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Buttertubs Pass, Yorkshire - Buttertubs Pass is a circular road that swoops around Swaledale and Wensleydale.
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Buttertubs Pass, Yorkshire - Start off at the village of Hawes, following the A684 to Appersett.
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Buttertubs Pass, Yorkshire - The Pass will take you past Bellow Hill and drops down to Simonstone village.
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Buttertubs Pass, Yorkshire - Jeremy Clarkson has praised the Pass as being “England’s only truly spectacular road”.
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The Evo Triangle, Wales - The Denbigh Moors are home to the Evo Triangle, a fast-moving triple crown of roads.
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The Evo Triangle, Wales - The Triangle comprises the A5, A543, and B4501.
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The Evo Triangle, Wales - The 20-mile journey will take you on a roller coaster through straights and climbs that makes an exhilarating ride.
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The Evo Triangle, Wales - The B4501 will lead you into the woods before Cerrigydrudion.
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Penrith to Haydon Bridge, England - This fascinating drive starts at the top of the Pennines.
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Penrith to Haydon Bridge, England - You will climb a zig-zagging slope through tranquil farmland.
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Penrith to Haydon Bridge, England - Once the road straightens you’ll climb to Hartside. There, you can get an eyeful of one of Cumbria’s best views.
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Penrith to Haydon Bridge, England - The A686 then drops to Alston, with a steady descent to the moorlands.
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The Snake Pass, England - This enthralling route has incredible sights like Ladybower Reservoir.
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The Snake Pass, England - This hill pass in Derbyshire is named after the Snake Inn, but is well-suited to the winding road.
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The Snake Pass, England - Start off at Glossop, then take the Snake Road towards Sheffield.
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The Snake Pass, England - The road will take you through Hope Woodlands and past the pub that gave the route its name.
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The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland - The Dark Hedges is an incredible avenue of beech trees that needs to be seen to be believed.
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The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland - The tunnel of trees has appeared in HBO’s hit series ‘Game of Thrones’.
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The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland - It is best explored by started at the intersection of Bregagh Road and Ballinlea Road.
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The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland - The avenue was planted by the Stuart family in the 18th century.
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Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - This gorgeous journey will take you through miles of incredible Somerset countryside.
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Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - Start off on the B3135 and head along Cliff Road past Plummer’s Loan.
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Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - You’ll pass Pound Loan on the way to Ashwick, where the route comes to a close.
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Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - Tight twists and colossal cliff faces feature on this trip, as well as incredible scenery.
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The Wicklow Mountains, Ireland - This enchanting ride kicks off at Kilmacanogue.
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The Wicklow Mountains, Ireland - From there ride from Roundwood through the Calary Bog.
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The Wicklow Mountains, Ireland - This will take you past Great Sugar Loaf mountain.
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The Wicklow Mountains, Ireland
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Ballydehob to Bantry Bay, Ireland - This 47-mile road curves around Mizen Head’s shores and was described by poet Seamus Heaney as “Water and ground in their extremity”.
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Ballydehob to Bantry Bay, Ireland - The brief drive is perfect for surveying Ireland’s southern coast.
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Ballydehob to Bantry Bay, Ireland - The trip along quiet roads should take around an hour.
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Ballydehob to Bantry Bay, Ireland - At Bantry Bay, you can stroll around the incredible scenery and pay a visit to the Betelgeuse memorial overlooking Bantry Harbour.
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Borrowdale to Buttermere, Lake District - The drive from Borrowdale to Buttermere is filled with inspiring views and natural wonders.
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Borrowdale to Buttermere, Lake District - The drive is only around 20 minutes but there are plenty of stop-off points, like Derwent Water.
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Borrowdale to Buttermere, Lake District - Other key spots are Honister Pass and Crummock Water.
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Borrowdale to Buttermere, Lake District - Whinlatter is one of the last stops. It’s a small fell that makes an easy hike.
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Swaledale to Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire - This 44-mile route circles two of Yorkshire’s finest dales, Swaledale and Arkengarthdale.
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Swaledale to Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire - The route starts and ends in the small market town of Richmond.
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Swaledale to Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire - Driving through Swaledale, you can admire the rolling farmland and small communities.
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Swaledale to Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire - Continuing through Arkengarthdale will give you a glimpse into the area’s history of lead mining.
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Sheffield to Macclesfield, Peak District - Cutting across the Peak District, this a beautiful route through the uplands.
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Sheffield to Macclesfield, Peak District - Starting off in Sheffield, the 37-mile route will take you past Nether Padley and Grindleford.
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Sheffield to Macclesfield, Peak District - The route will also take you to Stanage Edge, a rock climber's paradise and home to awe-inspiring views.
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Sheffield to Macclesfield, Peak District - A steep climb up Cat and Fiddle Road will give you unique views of the landscape before you reach Macclesfield. The Cat and Fiddle Inn pub is a welcome end-point.
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Bovey Tracey to Tavistock, Dartmoor - Cruise over Dartmoor on this incredible route full of twists and turns.
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Bovey Tracey to Tavistock, Dartmoor - Bovey Tracey is the perfect place to start. It’s a quiet town that leads you to the moor’s pastoral landscapes.
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Bovey Tracey to Tavistock, Dartmoor - Key stops include the ancient Hound Tor and Dartmeet, a centre of important archaeological landscapes.
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Bovey Tracey to Tavistock, Dartmoor - It’s also worth stopping at Two Bridges before heading back to Tavistock, an ancient market town.
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Hassocks to Eastbourne, The Downs - Starting off at Hassocks, this beautiful drive will take you past rolling hills and coastal views.
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Hassocks to Eastbourne, The Downs - The drive from Hassocks will take you to Ditchling Beacon, the third-highest point in the county.
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Hassocks to Eastbourne, The Downs - This road will lead you to the county town of Lewes, with attractions such as Lewes Castle and a bookshop dating back to the 15th century.
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Hassocks to Eastbourne, The Downs - Turning off the A259 will take you through twisting roads to the seaside town of Eastbourne.
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Glasgow to Mallaig, Scotland - Known as the Road to the Isles, this route starts at the banks of Loch Lomond.
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Glasgow to Mallaig, Scotland - From there, marvel at the picturesque moorland wilderness of Rannoch Moor.
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Glasgow to Mallaig, Scotland - Driving over the moor will take you down to Glen Coe and over Loch Leven.
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Glasgow to Mallaig, Scotland - The drive from Fort William will lead you past the beaches of Arisaig and to Mallaig.
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Old Military Road, Isle of Wight
- This road trip is the key to exploring the Isle of Wight’s impressive west coast.
Military Road originally connected forts and barracks. Public access was prohibited until the 1930s.
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Old Military Road, Isle of Wight
- The A3055 coast road is 13 miles long, starting at the village of Chale and concluding at the cove of Freshwater Bay.
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Old Military Road, Isle of Wight - Admire the bright white cliffs on this enthralling drive that you won’t forget.
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North Coast 500, Highlands - It’s said that North Coast 500 is Scotland’s answer to Route 66.
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North Coast 500, Highlands - The city of Inverness marks both the starting and finishing point.
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North Coast 500, Highlands - The Highland loop will take you over the jaw-dropping Bealach na Ba pass.
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North Coast 500, Highlands - The North Coast 500 gives you the finest views of the historic region.
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Ham Hill to Bridgwater, Somerset - This route will take you over the flatlands of Somerset Levels.
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Ham Hill to Bridgwater, Somerset - The starting point is the Iron Age fort on Ham Hill.
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Ham Hill to Bridgwater, Somerset - From there, you’ll drive through Martock, Muchelney, and Langport.
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Ham Hill to Bridgwater, Somerset - One of the best stop-off points is Burrow Bridge, which has a great view of River Parrett.
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Lanarkshire and Dunbarton, Scotland - Road A82 takes drivers through Scotland’s Glencoe Valley. This is a journey full of magical scenery.
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Lanarkshire and Dunbarton, Scotland - Glen Coe is a protected area, but the A82 gives you the chance to cross it through Glencoe Valley.
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Lanarkshire and Dunbarton, Scotland - Volcanic activity and glaciers shaped the awe-inspiring peaks that surround the road.
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Lanarkshire and Dunbarton, Scotland - Essential sights on the trek include Loch Ba and the towering heights of Buachaille Etive Mor.
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The Wild Atlantic Way - The Wild Atlantic Way guides you from the peaks of Malin Head to Kinsale Harbour.
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The Wild Atlantic Way - This route will take you past concealed coves and outstanding cliffs.
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The Wild Atlantic Way - Stop at Surf Coast to watch the powerful waves crash on siltstone rocks.
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The Wild Atlantic Way - Haven Coast is a beautiful route of thick hedgerows and tranquil beaches.
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Black Mountain Pass, Wales - This trip is filled with unrivalled views and attractive scenery.
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Black Mountain Pass, Wales - The Black Mountain Pass takes drivers through the jaw-dropping Brecon Beacons.
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Black Mountain Pass, Wales - Follow the bending roads and you’ll get a chance to explore Tywi Valley.
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Black Mountain Pass, Wales - The route is best tackled from north to south, with sights including Herbert’s Pass and the village of Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen.
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Buttertubs Pass, Yorkshire - Buttertubs Pass is a circular road that swoops around Swaledale and Wensleydale.
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Buttertubs Pass, Yorkshire - Start off at the village of Hawes, following the A684 to Appersett.
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Buttertubs Pass, Yorkshire - The Pass will take you past Bellow Hill and drops down to Simonstone village.
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Buttertubs Pass, Yorkshire - Jeremy Clarkson has praised the Pass as being “England’s only truly spectacular road”.
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The Evo Triangle, Wales - The Denbigh Moors are home to the Evo Triangle, a fast-moving triple crown of roads.
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The Evo Triangle, Wales - The Triangle comprises the A5, A543, and B4501.
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The Evo Triangle, Wales - The 20-mile journey will take you on a roller coaster through straights and climbs that makes an exhilarating ride.
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The Evo Triangle, Wales - The B4501 will lead you into the woods before Cerrigydrudion.
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Penrith to Haydon Bridge, England - This fascinating drive starts at the top of the Pennines.
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Penrith to Haydon Bridge, England - You will climb a zig-zagging slope through tranquil farmland.
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Penrith to Haydon Bridge, England - Once the road straightens you’ll climb to Hartside. There, you can get an eyeful of one of Cumbria’s best views.
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Penrith to Haydon Bridge, England - The A686 then drops to Alston, with a steady descent to the moorlands.
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The Snake Pass, England - This enthralling route has incredible sights like Ladybower Reservoir.
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The Snake Pass, England - This hill pass in Derbyshire is named after the Snake Inn, but is well-suited to the winding road.
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The Snake Pass, England - Start off at Glossop, then take the Snake Road towards Sheffield.
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The Snake Pass, England - The road will take you through Hope Woodlands and past the pub that gave the route its name.
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The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland - The Dark Hedges is an incredible avenue of beech trees that needs to be seen to be believed.
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The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland - The tunnel of trees has appeared in HBO’s hit series ‘Game of Thrones’.
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The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland - It is best explored by started at the intersection of Bregagh Road and Ballinlea Road.
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The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland - The avenue was planted by the Stuart family in the 18th century.
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Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - This gorgeous journey will take you through miles of incredible Somerset countryside.
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Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - Start off on the B3135 and head along Cliff Road past Plummer’s Loan.
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Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - You’ll pass Pound Loan on the way to Ashwick, where the route comes to a close.
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Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - Tight twists and colossal cliff faces feature on this trip, as well as incredible scenery.
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The Wicklow Mountains, Ireland - This enchanting ride kicks off at Kilmacanogue.
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The Wicklow Mountains, Ireland - From there ride from Roundwood through the Calary Bog.
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The Wicklow Mountains, Ireland - This will take you past Great Sugar Loaf mountain.
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The Wicklow Mountains, Ireland
- A key stop on the journey is Glendalough, a Christian settlement founded in the 6th century. See also: The best road trip route through the Southern United States
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The most exciting road trips in the UK and Ireland
Incredible routes to explore around the UK and Ireland
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From jagged cliff faces to locations used for 'Game of Thrones', there are plenty of enthralling car journeys to experience across the British Isles and Ireland. With spring just around the corner, there's never been a better time to plot your next road trip!
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