There's heaps to do in Southbury, but head farther afield and you'll find even more magic. Grab a set of wheels and you can roam around the surrounding region at your leisure. Add these fantastic drives to your list:

• Make tracks to Oxford for a fun-filled sightseeing experience. About 50 miles from Southbury, it's home to numerous amazing attractions like Christ Church College.
• Next stop? Consider Bristol, which is around 110 miles away. Cabot Circus Shopping Centre is one local highlight you shouldn't miss.
• Norton Priory Museum is 160 miles from Southbury and is one of the region's most scenic nature spots. Go for a wander around and enjoy the fresh air here.

If you don't have a driver's license issued in England, then you'll likely need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country to be able to rent a car. Please also consider that if you do need an IDP, it has no validity on its own. You'll be asked to show your current license your passport and other forms of identification as well. Lastly, make sure the credit card you used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your driver's license and passport. Some other things to note to rent a car internationally are:

• Age restrictions: You must be at least 25 in many countries to rent a car. If you're younger than that, it might still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of cars you can rent.
• Driving limitations: Be sure to read the fine print before sliding behind the wheel. You typically can't cross country borders, drive onto ferries or go off-roading with a rental car.