Are you thinking about going on a road trip this summer? Whether it is your first or 100th road trip – there is plenty of new places still to explore. From the beautiful countryside, to cliffs and sandy beaches, there are many different routes that you can do across the UK, that you can put your own stamp on. Why not take a few back roads and go off and explore? After all, the places you stumble across accidentally can often turn out to be the best!
Before you start your road trip, make sure that you have done enough preparation, including packing everything that you may need, and car maintenance. Consider putting some Michelin Tyres onto the vehicle that you choose to take, as new tyres can help you save fuel and provide better grip. Staying up to date with traffic rules and regulations in the areas you plant to visit is also recommended. Changes to traffic regulations such as holding a dvs permit for heavy goods vehicles over 12 tonnes are meant to make roads safer for everyone, so it’s advisable to be aware of all legal provisions before you hit the road.
With so many great road trip routes, it can be difficult to decide where to go on your next adventure. We have done a bit of research for you, so lets take a look at the best routes to take through the UK this summer.
The best road trip routes
North Coast 500 Scotland – This circular route is one of the most popular Scottish routes, and you can expect it to take you roughly 4-7 days depending on how much you want to drive each day. Start in Inverness and work your way towards Caithness, Sutherland and Wester Ross, before coming back to your starting point. You can expect to see Historic landmarks such as castles, small fishing villages and an array of quiet, rocky beaches.
The Yorkshire Circuit- A shorter road trip if you are looking for a weekend away, the Yorkshire Circuit can take up to 3 days to complete. Begin in Harrogate, then work your way towards Grassington and then back towards Aysgarth falls, which is a multi-tiered waterfall. It makes the perfect place to sit back and relax on a sunny day.
Ben Nevis to the Isle of Skye, Scotland – The perfect trip for historians or Harry Potter fans. Begin at Ben Nevis, the Uk’s tallest mountain, and begin driving westwards to see a series of famous filming locations, from the famous viaduct in the Harry Potter films, to Camusdarach Beach at Airsaig where Local Hero was filmed. Expect this route to take you 2-3 days!
Atlantic Highway, South West England – This is the perfect road trip for summer, and expect to travel along the coastlines of Devon and Cornwall, the trip takes roughly 4-5 days. Stop off at the Exmoor National Park to see wild ponies, before heading to Newquay for a weekend of partying or surfing. With plenty of beautiful hotels to choose from, we recommend booking early as the area is very popular and frequently fully booked.
