Forget the jet set. Come back down to earth. There is another way to travel, see the world and truly be a part of it.

Taking the slow road is about turning your back on the fast lane to make time for people, places and nature. Stopping to take a breath. Stopping to let the planet take a breath too. And the best way to do it? In your own home from home, of course – the humble camper van or motorhome.

Take the Slow Road: The Great British Coast will take us on an inspiring journey to discover the very best of Britain’s coastline. We’ll travel to the four corners of mainland Britain, as well as some of its bigger or more interesting islands, to explore the very best of it: coastal roads, beaches, castles, food, cliffs, seaside towns, attractions and lighthouses. We are hardwired to be drawn to the coast. The presence of the ocean – whatever mood it’s in – can bring us meaning and joy. Whether we swim, kayak, surf or simply walk the coastal path, access to blue spaces improves our lives by improving our mental and physical health, allowing us to connect with nature and rewarding us with precious memories.

We’ll find great places to stay and extraordinary things to see and do, on 26 stunning routes touring the British coastline. And you don’t even have toown a camper van or motorhome – we’ll tell you the many places you can rent one to take you on the journey.

Inside this book lie adventure, beautiful photos, handy maps and quirky travel writing from serial camper van traveller, Martin Dorey. Flick through the pages and travel with him to lakes, mountains and alpine landscapes that make you want to turn the key and go, go, go!