THE LONGER WAY
Take the longer way with Detour and enjoy epic road trips, perfect pit stops and stories from the road. Powerful photography and words to inspire you on your next journey.
Why a Roof Tent Babymoon is a Brilliant Idea
Most mums-to-be book a babymoon for pampering and putting their feet up, but not Charlotte Vowden.
Detour Pit Stop #136: Grill 66, Siglufjörður, Iceland
Make a Pit Stop at Grill 66 for the most remote - and delicious - burger in Iceland
Detour #262: Going Slow in Slovenia with a Ford Explorer
A road trip in Slovenia is like journeying into a pastoral past, discovers Charlotte Vowden, even when you’re doing it in an EV of the future.
Detour Pit Stop #105: The 1950s Museum, Denbigh, North Wales, UK
Fan of a niche-museum? This lesser-known attraction dedicated to the post-war decade is well-worth a visit, especially when its owner is in residence.
Detour Pit Stop #77: Afternoon tea at Goodwood House, UK
What a treat it is to attend Goodwood House for a concours of cake, says a stuffed Charlotte Vowden.
Detour Pit Stop #60: Glamper RV, Buckinghamshire, UK
The RV’s natural habitat may be out on the road, but in the foothills of the Chiltern Hills a majestic grey motorhome has gone rogue.
Detour #117: The Glorious Roads to the Goodwood Revival
Going to the Revival? At Detour, we believe getting there should be part of the experience, so whichever direction you’re travelling from, let Charlotte Vowden help set the pace as she recommends glorious diversions to make along the way
Detour Pit Stop #56: The Swan Inn, Pontfadog, Wales
Weary travellers have sought food and lodgings at this former drovers inn since the 13th century.
Detour Pit Stop #55: Bike Stop, Stevenage, UK
A steady flow of riders rock up at the Bike Stop. Some are there to browse, others know exactly what they want to buy, and most end up kicking back with a danish whirl and cup of coffee.
Detour Pit Stop #52: The Tallest Waterfall in Wales
The world both falls away and opens up at the top of Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall, the highest in Wales and considered one of the country’s seven wonders. It’s even taller than Niagara Falls.
Detour Pit Stop #50: The Oaks Glamping, Norfolk, UK
Bohemian-hearted glamping in Norfolk offers Charlotte Vowden a break on another adventure with Frisky, her old MGA.
Detour #108: Lake Vyrnwy Loop, Wales
The meandrous curves on this circular route will lead you through the fairytale-esque surroundings of Lake Vyrnwy, and the lost village of Llanwddyn that lies beneath its shimmering waters, says Charlotte Vowden.
Detour Pit Stop #42: Kersey Mill, Suffolk, UK
Kersey Mill welcomes classic car enthusiasts with hearty breakfasts and bumper burgers, says Charlotte Vowden.
Detour Pit Stop #40: The Seafood Shack, Ullapool, Scotland
For the best and freshest seafood supper, make The Seafood Shack in Ullapool a port of call on your NC500 itinerary, says Detourist Charlotte Vowden.
Detour #84: Havana good time in Cuba
A road trip around Cuba is a journey back in time, where 1950s Yank tanks still own the roads. Let Charlotte Vowden be your guide on this 600-mile drive around the island.
Charlotte Vowden, Journalist
After plans for an epic drive fell through journalist Charlotte Vowden realised her Favourite Detour is anywhere that her, her father and her MGA go together.