We’d heard so many people rave about the Cotswolds that we finally pointed the VW that way for a long weekend. Rolling hills, honey‑stone cottages and tiny lanes made for one of the most relaxed trips we’ve done so far. This is how our route unfolded, plus the places we think are worth a stop if you’re planning your own Cotswolds adventure. Day 1 – Broadway & Broadway Tower We rolled into the Cotswolds via Broadway, one of those villages that looks like a film set. Highlights

Where to Stay. Chipping Norton Camping & Caravanning Club Site Distance: 2-minute walk from Diddly Squat Farm Shop Highlights: Closest campsite to the farm Clean toilet and shower facilities Grass and hardstanding pitches Suitable for tents, caravans, and motorhomes Cotswold View Caravan & Camping Site Location: Charlbury (approximately 3.6 miles from the farm) Highlights: Beautiful Cotswold Hills location Scenic countryside views Well-maintained campsite Suitable for a peace

North Wales is perfect for VW campervans: dramatic mountains, castles, and a rugged coastline all within a short drive. This route links Snowdonia’s best hikes with coastal stopovers, so you can spend your days on the trails and your evenings parked up with a view. Route Overview Start/Finish: Betws‑y‑Coed or Bangor Distance: ~180–220 miles depending on detours Recommended duration: 3–6 days Best time to go: Spring to autumn (winter can be icy in the passes) This loop starts

Cornwall is one of the best places in the UK to explore by VW campervan. With rugged cliffs, golden beaches and plenty of camper‑friendly stopovers, you can wake up to sea views almost every day. This route is a relaxed coastal loop that mixes surf spots, coastal hikes and charming harbour towns. Route Overview Start/Finish: Newquay (or any major town in Cornwall) Distance: ~200–250 miles depending on detours Recommended duration: 4–7 days Best time to go: Late spring to earl

If you love wild coastlines, mountain passes and waking up to loch views from your camper, the North Coast 500 (NC500) is a dream route. This 500‑mile loop around the north of Scotland is perfect for VW campervans, with plenty of hikes, viewpoints and stopovers along the way. Route Overview Start/Finish: Inverness Distance: ~500 miles (800 km) Recommended duration: 5–10 days in a campervan Best time to go: Late spring to early autumn The NC500 is a loop, so you can drive it c