South West's Waterside
Map
of South West England
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Discover the beautiful Cotswolds and the famous valleys
of the Severn, Avon and Wye from the water. Three of England's greatest
rivers combine with idyllic, rural canals to make the South West a waterway
world well worth exploring.
Uniquely, Cornwall and Devon are home to some of Europe’s
most spectacular surfing and extreme sport beaches. The south west as
a whole is home to some of England’s most spectacular coastline
and more Blue Flag beaches than any other UK region.
The River Severn is Britain's longest, boasting the famous
Severn Bore - an occasional "tidal wave" that attracts surfers
and onlookers in their thousands. Passing the great cathedral city of
Gloucester and its historic docks, the Severn is a truly world-class waterway.
The River Wye was one of the greatest tourist attractions
of the Victorian Age, and with good reason. Stunning views, beautiful
woodland scenery and great waterside pubs make this a scenic marvel without
compare.
And for a really well-kept secret, seek out the Cotswold
Canals. Closed to boats for many years, you can discover the evocative
ruins of the majestic Sapperton Tunnel, and marvel at the volunteer work
that is now bringing these beautiful waterways back to life.
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