Four Places to Drive to for a Day Out Near Aylesbury

If you are looking for somewhere to visit for a day out that is just a short drive from Aylesbury, then look no further. Aylesbury, the county town situated in Buckinghamshire, is within perfect distance of lots of great destinations.

Whether you are looking for a quaint village to wander around or perhaps something a bit more thrilling, such as an indoor ski complex, there are plenty of places worth driving to from Aylesbury. Below we take a look at just three (of many) places worth driving to.

Beaconsfield

Beaconsfield is a small market town right in the heart of Buckinghamshire, surrounded by stunning countryside and quaint Chiltern villages. The pretty town of Beaconsfield is split into two parts: the old and the new. The old town is both picturesque and charming, offering a traditional Tuesday market where you can pick up jewellery, plants, bags, shoes, meat, fruit and vegetables. Beaconsfield is home to the oldest model village in the world, Bekonscot Model Village, which boasts beautiful well kept gardens and intricate detailed model buildings - a great family day out. Beaconsfield is roughly a 40 minute drive from Aylesbury via the A413.

Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes, a large town situated in the Borough of Milton Keynes, is a great place to drive to for a day out. There is plenty to do; from award-winning theatres and galleries to indoor skiing to the ultimate shopping experience. Milton Keynes has been described as the city in the country; there are plenty of scenic parks and pathways that boast over 22 million trees and shrubs as well as Britain’s smallest canal lock and a Dinosaur Park. There is something to do for every member of the family in Milton Keynes, making it well worth the half hour drive from Aylesbury.

Great Missenden

Great Missenden is a gorgeous village in the centre of the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just 10 miles from Aylesbury. Did you know that children’s author Roald Dahl lived in Great Missenden and wrote some of his most famous stories, such as Matilda, here? From a trip to Great Missenden you can expect beautiful Georgian architecture, shops, cosy traditional inns and, of course, the famous Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre. The historic village is also home to a charming 14th century church, the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul.

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