EXPLORE THE COTSWOLDS
Your guide to the best things to see and do in the beautiful Cotswolds region of England, featuring itineraries, travel tips and guides, places to visit, stay, eat and drink.
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- Painswick to Painswick Beacon walk in the Cotswolds (4.4 miles circular)
Soak up spectacular views of the Cotswolds from 283 metres up on this 4.4-mile Painswick to Painswick Beacon walk. The beacon was the site of … - Things to do in Tetbury, Cotswolds: A local’s guide
Located in the quieter southern Cotswolds, Tetbury is the region’s second-largest town. It was once an important market for Cotswold wool and yarn, but is … - 13 spectacular long-distance walking routes in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds is heaven for walkers, with over 3000 miles of footpaths connecting towns and villages and criss-crossing its countryside. There’s no shortage of day …
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Cotswold towns & villages
- Things to do in Bibury, Cotswolds: A local’s guide
Described by poet and designer William Morris as ‘the most beautiful village in England’, Bibury is one of the Cotswolds’ most popular and picturesque spots. … - Things to do in Blockley, Cotswolds: A local’s guide
The North Cotswolds village of Blockley is one of the region’s lesser-known gems. It’s a peaceful spot with its golden stone buildings and Norman church … - Things to do in Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds: A local’s guide
With its stone bridges across the River Windrush, overhanging willow trees, village green and historic stone cottages, it’s no wonder that Bourton-on-the-Water tops lists of …
Cotswold tips & guides
- About the Cotswolds: Frequently asked questions
Are you wondering how the Cotswolds got its name or when the best time to visit is? Want to know what the area is famous … - The complete guide to English Heritage sites in the Cotswolds
With a mission to bring the story of England’s history to life, English Heritage* is responsible for over 480,800 objects and 400 properties across the … - The Cotswolds by public transport: How to visit the Cotswolds without a car
Spread over 800 square miles of countryside, the Cotswolds isn’t the most obvious place to visit by public transport. But although it’s undeniably easier to …