PRINCESS BEATRICE'S WEDDING DRESS DISPLAY AT WINDSOR CASTLE

Visitors to Windsor Castle this autumn/winter will be able to see Princess Beatrice's wedding dress in a special display. Designed by Sir Normal Hartnell and first worn by The Queen in the 1960s, the dress was worn by Her Royal Highness for her wedding to Mr Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi on 17 July 2020.

To update a dress first worn nearly 60 years ago, Princess Beatrice made some clever alterations: sleeves were added to the straps and the fullskirted silhouette was softened to give a more contemporary, simplified shape. You'll be able to see the dress, along with Her Royal Highness's wedding shoes, made by Valentino, and a replica bridal bouquet at the Castle until 22 November.

HOT HOTEL MONKEY ISLAND

Monkey Island Estate lies on a picturesque island in the River Thames in the historic village of Bray, Berkshire. The island has a rich history, centuries old, and has been the haunt of monarchs, aristocrats and artists, along with writers, famous performers and Berkshire locals and now is home to one of the finest hotels in Bray - and the Great West Way. Due to the ongoing situation with COVID-19, Monkey Island Estate remains temporarily closed until October 31st 2020. Please check their website for more details.

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We hope you will notice our new welcome town signs on your Great West Way journey installed in the historic market town of Hungerford, famous for its antique shops. Make time to visit and take a boat trip onboard MV Rose of Hungerford from the Wharf, stop for coffee and cake at the Tutti Pole, or join one of the expert-led walks.

THE NATIONAL TRUST ARE 'GOOD TO GO'

Following lockdown restrictions being gently eased, more than 135 gardens and parklands have opened again, including Tyntesfield, Dyrham Park, Prior Park Landscape Garden, and Lacock, along with many many cafés and shops - but you'll need to book your visit in advance, including some car parks. 2020 also marks the 125th anniversary of the National Trust and to celebrate this special birthday year, you might like to visit some of the properties and gardens along the Great West Way throughout the Thames Valley, Berkshire, Wiltshire, Bath and Bristol. Find everything you need to know about how to book and what to expect from your visit online: › GreatWestWay.co.uk/national-trust