Sports museums and venues

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Journey Time:
8 Days
Distance:
1,185 miles (1908 km)
Airport:
Heathrow

Plan your route: VisitBritain Journey Planner (visitbritain.transportdirect.info/web2)

An ambitious journey around Britain taking you to some of our iconic sports venues for a stadium tour, with a chance to explore fascinating sports museums on the way.

Day 1: Ascot - Henley

Ascot - Henley: 19 miles (31 km)
Total for day: 19 miles (31 km)

Ascot Racecourse (Ascot)

From Heathrow it's just a short journey to Ascot and the new world-class racecourse. Come on a race day and take advantage of the superb new grandstand's facilities.

Must see and do:

Ascot (www.ascot.co.uk/)

River & Rowing Museum (Henley)

A short journey west from Ascot takes you to Henley. Find out what it's like to sit in a cox's seat as you race at Henley Royal Regatta – a great interactive exhibit in the Rowing Gallery that tells the fascinating story of one of Britain's oldest sports.

Must see and do:

River & Rowing Museum (www.rrm.co.uk)

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