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Each of these follows a set format; a summary with statistics, a personal travelogue, notes on driving the route, campsites and things to do and see along the way. There’s a useful overview of country-specific rules of the road, top ten campsites and highlights of the country as a whole.

Occupying the middle ground between textbook and travelogue, which Bloomsbury excel at, this is a substantial 400-odd page tome, beautifully and attractively laid out, and absolutely stuffed with lovely, intriguing and sometimes whimsical photographs. Though all the facts you need are given, the road numbers, what the drive is like, there’s loads more info about whether a town isn’t suitable for a motor home, how good the camping sites or aires (free or low cost camping areas) are, what you can see en route, where to take a detour, and what you must stop and see or you’ll kick yourself if you missed it. France is a country that embraces all forms of outdoor living, and there is an excellent passage explaining the different categories of the 8,000 registered campsites, from the moho-dedicated ‘aires de camping car’ and other sites such as the many ‘aire naturelle’ and ‘camping à la ferme’, which cater for all visitors, and have toilets! Martin lists the essentials as well as the things that make your trip go even better- no I wouldn’t have thought of taking a universal sink plug for using at camp sites!

We meander around France on the most breathtaking roads, chugging up mountain passes and pootling along the coast. What really sets this book apart however, is that Dorey and his partner Lizzy have driven all these roads themselves.Interspersed with beautiful photos, handy maps and quirky travel writing, these books are perfect for a flick through it on a cold day and helping you to plan your next outing. The ultimate guide to the very best scenic and fun routes for camper vans and motorhomes around the valleys, mountains and coastlines of wonderful England and Wales. This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Dorey takes it slow around our cross-Channel neighbour, finding plenty of scenic spots to park up and put the kettle on, as well as highlighting the top destinations for all kinds of travellers, from climbers and skiers to wine-lovers and walkers. And it’s a visual feast too with Martin’s photos throughout, tempting you to pack your bags and take to the road.

You’ll find details you’re unlikely to find in your average guide book, it’s both practical and fun. Take the Slow Road: Scotland: Inspirational journeys round the Highlands, Lowlands and Islands of Scotland by Camper Van and Motorhome. If you're planning a trip to France in your campervan, you'll no doubt find it really useful reading and reference material. We meander around Ireland on the most breathtaking roads, chugging up mountain passes and pootling along the coast. Take the Slow Road France will be your helpful companion when you’re travelling and will give you a serious case of wanderlust – you’ll want to take every trip – when you’re not.Whether it’s your first time taking a road trip in France or you’ve done it 100 times before, Martin Dorey’s Take the Slow Road France is an absolute treasure trove of useful information and top tips.