The UK has a wealth of wonderful restaurants, farms, wineries, cafes, and more to explore. Planning a campervan foodie roadtrip based around a favourite food or drink is a great way to experience the country. We’re going to look at a few parts of the UK renowned for beautiful landscapes and even more delectable treats. It’s integral that you follow government guidelines on social distancing and book in advance where possible. This is part 2 of our exciting foodie road trip series. If you haven’t read the first part we recommend reading that here before seeing what secrets this article holds.
Foodie Roadtrip to Monmouthshire
Monmouthshire has a reputation for being the food capital of Wales. From afternoon teas and Michelin star restaurants to wineries, farms, and smokeries, verdant Severn and Wye valleys has it all.
Wineries have become hugely popular throughout Wales. Farmlands set against steep valleys and rolling hills are ideal for this burgeoning wine culture. Some popular vineyards that are definitely worth checking out are Ancre Hill Vineyard and White Castle Vineyard. These vineyards cater to visitors with vineyard tours as well as Welsh wine tasting and restaurants on offer. Make sure to book ahead to avoid disappointment.
The Severn & Wye Smokery
Not only vineyards, but other attractions can also be enjoyed on a trip to Monmouthshire. The Severn & Wye Smokery is one such gem. This smokery is single-handedly reviving traditional ingredients. The elvers for example, are raised to maturity then made into a delicious smoked eel. The Smokery’s fish bar is a must for any seafood lover who wants to try traditional and experimental dishes like kedgeree or salmon cured with yuzu, ginger and shiso.
No trip to Monmouthshire is complete with a visit to the magnificent Tintern Abbey. Many say the ruins here have inspired much of Turner and Wordsworth’s work. As well as being the birthplace of a monastic brewery dating back hundreds of years. While here you can also plan a trip to the Parva Farm vineyard or Kingstone Brewery to see how the Tintern monks craft has been developed into modern tastes.
Last, but not least, the Humble by Nature school is a unique learning experience in Wales. This school on a 117-acre farm and rural skills school is owned and operated by Kate Humble. Booking a sausage making course, or foraging for salsa verde and pickling are all examples of the types of courses available throughout the year so why not plan a little day out with friends or family and get back in touch with nature.
Foodie Roadtrip to Norfolk
Norfolk features both a wonderful countryside and a beautiful coastline. This combination of inland and coastal landscapes means this county is a veritable feast for the eyes and stomach. Plan a trip with your friends and a luxurious camper to the east coast of England and you’ll discover local delights like Cromer Crab, Brancaster Mussels, Norfolk Black turkey, cockles, samphire, asparagus, and more!
These ingredients are all used at a wide range of pubs, cafes, and restaurants. The Gunton Arms is regularly featured in articles and specialises in carefully sourcing local ingredients for their unique menu. Furthermore, you can also enjoy a stroll, before or after your meal, in the surrounding 1000-acre deer park.
Hambleton Hall
Another mainstay restaurant that is worth bookmarking is Hambleton Hall. This historic home has a stunning restaurant led by head chef Aaron Patterson. Under Patterson care, the Hall has managed to maintain its Michelin Star for 37 years and won four AA rosettes.
If you’re looking for a tipple to take home as a souvenir then stop by The English Whisky Co. Located at the St. George Distillery, Norfolk’s climate is ideal for growing barley, a key ingredient in whisky distillation. Added to the pure water drawn from the Breckland aquifer and you’ll find a whisky that is smooth, smoky, and well worth a visit.
Whatever route you plan, a campervan is a perfect way to explore the bucolic countryside of Norfolk. A luxury camper allows you to set up somewhere cosy no matter where you are, be it overlooking the ocean, taking in a starry night sky, or lounging in the sun, your camper is a great way to tour the UK mainland with friends and family.
Skye
The Isle of Skye off the west coast of Scotland is a beautiful coastal landscape with quaint fishing villages and medieval castles. The mountainous interior spreads out to a coastline with peninsulas and lochs for you to explore. Of course as a foodie destination, it doesn’t get much wilder or remote than this. Pack your bags, bundle everyone into the campervan and get ready for an unforgettable journey of the Inner Hebrides.
The humble seafood shack is a favourite with locals and visitors and The Oyster Shed Farm Shop in the village of Carbost is a true gem. As its name suggests it is famed for its Loch Harport oysters and seafood including scallops, crab, mussels, and fresh fish. Additionally, this farm shop also stocks local cheeses, chutneys, and smoked Scottish game in case you want to pick up some picnic snacks before heading out for an adventure.
The Three Chimneys Restaurant
For a more romantic restaurant experience, you have to try The Three Chimneys Restaurant. This restaurant is one of Scotland’s most famous eateries. Housed in a 100-year-old stone cottage on the shore of Loch Dunvegan. Most of the ingredients on their seasonal menus come from local sources. Crofters, fishermen, farmers, and foragers are the main suppliers the restaurant. This seasonality and freshness comes through in their food and is a huge part of their success. Why not plan a fishing, hiking, or foodie trip to Skye, followed by a meal at this incredible Scottish restaurant.
These are just a few of the restaurants on offer in the area. If you need a meal to prepare for an ocean fishing trip or somewhere to rest after a day out hiking. Skye is a beautiful windswept land well worth a foodie road trip.
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