Joy of motoring
Although most of us get in them every day in order to get from A to B, or as is often the case, from home to work and back again, cars don’t have to be completely associated with the trip to the workplace. Naturally, the fact they have become such common features of many peoples’ lives has in most cases detracted from that sense of joy and possibility that characterised motoring when it first became popularised around a century ago.
Driving can be something enjoyable as well as functional, and not just for people who meet at motoring clubs at weekends, but for anyone looking for a good break as well. Just as Britain is famous for its walking holidays and the surrounding scenery, so should it be known for the beautifully scenic drives that are on offer, giving us landscapes that capture the saying ‘the journey is as important as the destination’.
Here are a few great routes to check out:
- Glasgow to Skye: although it may be far for some people to get to Glasgow in the first place, let alone continuing up to Skye, this is a truly special drive. Taking in such sights as Loch Lomond and Loch Linnhe, this is best embarked upon during the height of summer when the sun blazes brightly over the still snowy mountain tops either side of the road.
- North Devon Coast: if south west England suits you better than Scotland, this stretch of road alongside what becomes the Severn estuary has that wild, rugged beauty the makes the West Country famous.
- The A470: inauspicious as an A-road may sound, this drive through Wales shows up some of what makes this corner of Britain so popular among tourists looking for stunning scenery.
What is fantastic about these routes is their distance from so much of the rest of civilization, and at times you can feel wholly removed from the realities of modern life. Sometimes this very seclusion could ruin your trip, especially if you have the misfortune of breaking down miles from the nearest town or garage.
Therefore, before embarking on any road trip, make sure you take out proper cover with a reputable provider. The Co-operative Insurance, for example, offers a good level of cover and extra benefits when you take out a car insurance policy with them online – such as providing a courtesy car while yours is getting fixed. Once the insurance is sorted you can then set about on enjoying the open road.
