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Pristine beaches, picturesque fishing villages and more hours of sunshine than anywhere else on the British mainland; it's easy to see why the sunny South West is one of England's most popular holiday destinations.
We take you on a 6-7 day tour of the region’s highlights, from the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath to the unmissable Minack Theatre in Cornwall.
Easily accessible by train and public transport, you can explore the region's many delights at your own pace with a BritRail South West Pass. For shorter trips, you can book your individual rail tickets in advance through the Trainline, ACP Rail, International Rail and Rail Europe.
Start your journey
Catch the train here from London Paddington, it’s a 1 hour 25 – 1 hour 40 minute journey. You can also get here from Bristol airport: just catch the bus to Bristol Temple Meads then the train to Bath, it takes 1 hour. The BritRail South West Pass is the most cost-effective way to explore this part of Britain, you can pick one up here on the VisitBritain shop.
Day 1: Bath
For centuries Bath has been the place people came to relax. The ancient Romans came here for the hot thermal waters, and the Roman Baths are still a centrepiece of the city. The Victorians came here to take the healing waters and to shop: as a result, Bath today is a mix of ancient culture and refined boutiques, beautiful historic Georgian architecture and elegant eateries.