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VillagesBiburyBibury is a charming, typically Cotswold village andwas once described by William Morris as ‘the mostbeautiful village in England’. Attractions in Biburyinclude Arlington Row the Bibury Trout Farm. Biburyis also home to The Swan Hotel.
Bourton-on-the-WaterBourton-on-the-Water, often described as the ‘littleVenice’ of the Cotswolds, straddles the riverWindrush with its series of elegant low bridgesbeside neat tree-shaded greens and tidy stone banks.
BroadwayBroadway is often referred to as the 'Jewel of theCotswolds’. The 'broad way' with its wide grass-fringed street lined with ancient honey colouredbuildings dates back to the 16th century. The HighStreet has many interesting shops and next to thevillage green is The Broadway Hotel.
WestonbirtWestonbirt is home to the renowned WestonbirtNational Arboretum and the stunning WestonbirtHouse now a school for girls. Adjacent to thearboretum is the stunning Hare & Hounds Hotel.
TownsBurfordThe beautiful town of Burford on the river Windrushwas the site of a fortified ford in Anglo-Saxon times.Tucked away down one of the pretty side streetsyou will find The Bay Tree Hotel and The Lamb Inn.The broad main street is lined with dignified oldhouses and many shops. A visit to Burford GardenCompany is a must!
CheltenhamMost of the town centre lies within a conservationarea of outstanding national importance. Regencytown houses line the historic Promenade, squaresand terraces. For some interesting and independentshops head for Montpellier at the top of the Parade.
Chipping CampdenGolden stone houses, date back to the 14th and15th centuries, varying in size from cottages withdormer windows, to splendid large gabled houseswith monastic looking doorways set in stone arches.
CirencesterOften referred to as the Capital of the Cotswolds,Cirencester was the largest city in Britain during theRoman occupation. Many Roman relics have beenfound and are on display at the Corinium Museum.
Moreton-in-MarshMoreton-in-Marsh has been a traveller's town for atleast 1700 years and was used as a coachingstation before the coming of the Oxford toWorcester railway in 1853. The Manor House Hotelis still welcoming visitors today.
Stow-on-the-WoldStow on-the Wold is the highest town in theCotswolds standing 800 feet above sea level. Thevast market square testifies to the towns formerimportance, at one end stands the ancient cross,and at the other the town stocks. Stow has manyfine antique shops and art galleries.
Stratford-upon-AvonStratford-upon-Avon is the birthplace of WilliamShakespeare and the internationally renownedRoyal Shakespeare Company. Here you will find theRoyal Shakespeare Theatre and the Shakespearehouses, five beautifully preserved Tudor homes andgardens, all directly linked with WilliamShakespeare and his family. Visit Shakespeare’sbirthplace for a fascinating insight into his life.
TetburyTetbury was an important market town for theCotswold wool trade and the town centre is stilldominated by the splendid Market House built in1655. Tetbury is well known for its antique shops.
CitiesBathThe Golden City of Bath was designated a WorldHeritage site by UNESCO and presents some of thefinest architectural sights in Europe. Bath offers aunique experience with stunning architecture, greatshopping and iconic attractions such as thefascinating Roman Baths.
GloucesterHere you will find Victorian Docklands and themagnificent Norman Cathedral rubbing shoulderswith a bustling city centre that boasts an incrediblerange of shops, markets and visitor attractions.
OxfordOxford, as an ancient university city, is both timelessand modern. Its 'dreaming spires' and tranquilcollege quadrangles co-exist with lively arts venues,bustling shops and fashionable restaurants. TheBodleian Library, the Ashmolean Museum, theBotanic Gardens and Christ Church Cathedral arejust a few of Oxford's world famous attractions.
Places of special interestOfficially designated as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’, the Cotswold region is famous for itsancient mellow 'honey' coloured limestone villages that blend perfectly into the countryside and its bustlingmarket towns. Many towns and villages have hardly changed since the prosperity of the medieval wool tradein the 15th and 16th centuries and subsequently forgotten about for more then 300 years.
Cotswold Inns & Hotels
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The Swan Hotel HHHHTel: 01285 740 695, Email: [email protected] Bibury, ‘the most beautiful village in England’, nestling in the hills ofthe Cotswolds. Idyllically situated on the banks of the River Coln, The SwanHotel is a 17th century former coaching inn that embodies unpretentious comfort and a friendly atmosphere.
The Manor House Hotel HHHHTel: 01608 650 501, Email: [email protected] if you will, a 16th century Cotswold retreat tucked away in a charmingcorner of England. Unveiled behind its mellow stone walls and delicate countrygarden terracing are sumptuous lodgings, award-winning cuisine, intoxicatingcocktails and our attentive team ready to pamper your every whim.
The Hare & Hounds Hotel, Tel: 01666 881000, HHHHEmail: [email protected] Hare & Hounds at Westonbirt is the perfect choice for anyone seekingCotswolds hotel accommodation in a traditional English country hotel. It is set inacres of well-tended gardens and woodland, adjacent to the renownedWestonbirt Arboretum.
Bin Ends at the Bearwww.binendsatthebear.co.uk, Tel: 01453 873786, Email: [email protected] at The Bear of Rodborough Hotel, Bin Ends sell quality wines at exceptionalprices! Their aim is to offer a selection of wine at a sensible price, from acrossthe world. Wine tasting parties and light hearted 'wine bluffers guide' to winewith our wine expert are available for small groups and private parties.
The Bear of Rodborough Hotel HHHTel: 01453 878 522, Email: [email protected] amidst 300 acres of National Trust land, this handsome 17th centuryhostelry, imbued with history, blends traditional architecture with luxuriousinteriors. Passionate about food, this former coaching inn offers mouth-wateringcuisine and fine wines in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
The Broadway Hotel HHHTel: 01386 852 401, Email: [email protected] Broadway Hotel, overlooking the village green, is the perfect place to enjoydrinks and a casual meal in the vibrant Jockey Bar. The light and airy TattersallsBrasserie serves up a sophisticated menu in a contemporary setting, which sitshand in hand with its traditional surroundings.
The Bay Tree Hotel HHHHTel: 01993 822 791, Email: [email protected] the residence of Sir Lawrence Tanfield, Chief Baron of the Exchequer toElizabeth I, The Bay Tree hotel is redolent of history and tradition. Oak-panelledrooms, huge stone fireplaces, tapestries and the flagstone floors lend the hotel awarm, traditional, country feel.
The Lamb Inn HHHTel: 01993 823 155, Email: [email protected] your idea of a traditional English country hotel includes stone flagged floors,real ale and log fires, you will not be disappointed by The Lamb Inn. Our moderncuisine embraces styles from around the world yet still retains the virtues ofdelicious, wholesome English food.
The Close Hotel HHHTel: 01666 502272, Email: [email protected] in the heart of the vibrant Cotswold town of Tetbury stands The CloseHotel - oozing charm and sophistication. A contemporary take on country-housestyle complemented with friendly and professional service creates a reallywelcoming and warm atmosphere
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BurfordBurford
WitneyWitney
FarringdonFarringdon
LechladeLechlade
CirencesterCirencester
MinchinhamptonMinchinhampton
EveshamEvesham
Stratford-upon-AvonStratford-upon-Avon
GloucesterGloucester
StroudStroud
SwindonSwindon
OxfordOxford
Moreton-in-MarshMoreton-in-Marsh
CheltenhamCheltenham
Stow-on-the-WoldStow-on-the-Wold
BristolBristol
ChippenhamChippenham
Chipping NortonChipping Norton
WoodstockWoodstock
BanburyBanbury
WorcesterWorcester
MalvernMalvern
TetburyTetbury
MalmesburyMalmesbury
ColesbourneColesbourne
BroadwayBroadway
WinchcombeWinchcombe
BathBathTo Longleat House & Safari ParkTo Longleat House & Safari ParkTo Longleat House & Safari Park
MarlboroughMarlborough
WantageWantage
SnowshillSnowshill
Bourton-on-the-Water
Upper & Lower Slaughter
Bourton-on-the-Water
Upper & Lower Slaughter
TewkesburyTewkesbury Long ComptonLong Compton
BiburyBibury
Chipping CampdenChipping Campden
PainswickPainswick
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Horse Racing1 Badminton Horse Trials/Events2 Cheltenham Racecourse3 Gatcombe Horse Trials/Events4 Stratford-upon-Avon Racecourse5 Worcester Racecourse
Polo Clubs6 Beaufort Polo Club7 Cirencester Park Polo Club
Prehistoric Monument8 Avebury Stone Circle9 Belas Knap10 Notgrove11 Nympsfield12 Rollright Stones13 Waylands Smithy
Golf Courses14 Broadway Golf Club15 Burford Golf Club16 Chipping Norton Golf Club17 Cotswold Edge Golf Club18 Cotswold Hills Golf Club19 Evesham Golf Club20 Minchinhampton Golf Club21 Naunton Downs Golf Club22 Painswick Golf Club23 Vale Golf & Country Club
Gardens24 Abbey House Garden25 Bourton House Garden26 Cerney House Garden27 Hidcote Manor Garden (NT)28 Kiftsgate Court Gardens29 Mill Dene Garden30 Miserden Park Gardens31 Painswick Rococo Garden32 Sezincote Gardens33 Stanway Water Garden34 Westbury Court Garden (NT)
Shopping35 Beckford Silk36 Bredon Pottery37 Burford Garden Company38 Cotswold Perfumery39 Daylesford Organic40 Highgrove Shop41 Lapstone42 Oka43 Snowshill Lavender Farm44 Winchcombe Pottery45 Cheltenham
NT: National Trust
AntiquesBroadway, Tetbury and Stow-on-the-Wold are ideal towns to visit if you like shopping for antiques
Recommended InnThe Red Lion, Long Compton
Historic Houses46 Ashdown House (NT)47 Blenheim Palace48 Brockhampton Estate (NT)49 Buscot Park (NT)50 Charlecote Park (NT)51 Chastleton House (NT)52 Chavenage House53 Compton Verney54 Corsham Court55 Coughton Court (NT)56 Dyrham Park (NT)57 Farnborough Hall (NT)58 Highgrove House & Gardens59 Kelmscott Manor60 Lacock Abbey (NT)61 Lydiard House & Park62 Minster Lovell Hall
& Dovecote63 Newark Park (NT)64 Owlpen Manor65 Ragley Hall66 Rousham Park House & Garden67 Sezincote House68 Snowshill Manor (NT)69 Tyntesfield (NT)70 Upton House & Gardens (NT)71 Woodchester Mansion
Roman Antiquity72 Chedworth Roman Villa (NT)73 Cirencester Amphitheatre74 Corinium Museum75 North Leigh Roman Villa76 Roman Baths
Castles77 Berkeley Castle78 Broughton Castle79 Eastnor Castle80 Sudeley Castle
Vineyards81 Three Choirs Vineyard82 Tiltridge Farm Vineyard
Arboretums83 Batsford Arboretum84 Westonbirt Arboretum
Other AttractionsBroadway Tower & Country Park
Cotswold Gliding Club
Cotswold Water Park
The Cotswold Way
Cotswold Wildlife Park
Fairford Royal International Air Tattoo
Lechlade Trout Fishing
Slimbridge Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust
Snowdrop Displays (February):Colesbourne ParkPainswick Rococo Garden
Three Counties Showground
Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway
Hook Norton Brewery Tours
Cotswold Attractions
Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained in this guide is as accurate and up to date as possible at the time of printing. Cotswold Inns and Hotels Ltd cannot accept any responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions, nor does inclusion necessarily imply approval or recommendation.
