Hello,
My sister and I are both in our mid seventies and are planning a trip in June, 2026. We will be entering Wales at Holyhead, picking up a car rental and starting south to Bath. We want to spend one night in Wales. Our concerns are finding best route to Bath, then best way to see Cornwall before driving to Heathrow for an overnight before boarding flight the next day. We plan 2 nights in Bath, 2 nights in St Ives and 2 nights to reach Heathrow area. Our intetests include castles, gardens, art galleries, museums and quaint villages. Thanks in advance for suggestions!
Posted by
Camano Island, WA, usa
1710 posts
Check car rentals first, some use age 75 as an age cut-off. Do you have an International Driver's License? Maybe your insurance will cover this. It is not easy do this trip in the time you indicate as the driving will take much longer than you think. Unless, you must go to St. Ives; I would spend more time is the equally scenic Wales and then to Bath and on to (Windsor?). I am of similar vintage, and this would be very tiring, even if you split driving. I've been to St. Ives on the train; unless you have more time to drive to Seaside villages, it may not be worth the time spent as it is a real out and backtrack trip. Bon Voyage!
Posted by
OP
Virginia, USA
6 posts
Thank you, Kathleen! Our trip is still in planning stages, so I am sure there will be changes! The car rental and International drivers license is secure.