Visit the Cotswolds

Loved by visitors and residents alike, the Cotswolds is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in southern England runs mainly through the counties of Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, but also Warwickshire, Wiltshire, Worcestershire and Somerset.

The Cotswold area covers almost 800 square miles of beautiful scenery, chocolate box villages, vibrant market towns, miles and miles of countryside walks, lots of things to do and a plentiful supply of luxury Cotswold hotels, self catering cottages, bed and breakfast accommodation and places to eat.

Our guide to the Cotswolds includes places to stay, things to do, towns and villages to visit, leisure activities, places to eat and a growing list of frequently asked questions about the Cotswolds.

Places to stay in the Cotswolds - The Swan Hotel in Bibury
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Places to Stay in the Cotswolds

Cotswold hotels, bed and breakfast, self catering holiday rentals and more

The Cotswolds market town of Tetbury

Cotswold towns and villages

Chocolate box Cotswolds villages and vibrant market towns, the Cotswolds has it all

Broadway Tower

Things to do in the Cotswolds

Family days out, historic country houses, thousands of miles of country walks

Property Search Co. (Cotswolds) Ltd

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Property Search Co offer a personal and tailored property finding service for clients looking to buy or rent in the Cotswolds, Cheltenham & Oxford

Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire

Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire New

Lower Slaughter, a Cotswold village built on both banks of the River Eye, a slow-moving stream crossed by two footbridges, which also flows through Lower Slaughter's twin village Upper Slaughter

Snowshill, Gloucestershire

Snowshill, Gloucestershire New

Snowshill is a small Cotswolds village in Gloucestershire, located near Broadway, Worcestershire

Great Tew, Oxfordshire

Great Tew, Oxfordshire New

Great Tew is an English village and civil parish in Oxfordshire, about 5 miles north-east of Chipping Norton and 8 miles south-west of Banbury

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire Updated

Blenheim Palace is a world-class visitor attraction with a variety of cultural and sporting events, a wedding and banqueting venue and a unique filming location.

WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre

WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre Updated

Slimbridge Wetland Centre is set within 325 hectares against a spectacular Severn Estuary backdrop.

Property Search Co. (Cotswolds) Ltd

Property Search Co. (Cotswolds) Ltd Updated

Property Search Co offer a personal and tailored property finding service for clients looking to buy or rent in the Cotswolds, Cheltenham & Oxford

Cirencester in the Cotswolds

Walking in the Cotswolds NEW CONTENT

From the Cotswold Way to circular pub walks, walkers love the Cotswolds!

Information for visitors to the Cotswolds

Cotswolds Tourist information

All the information you need when planning a trip to the Cotswolds

Food and drink in the Cotswolds

Food and Drink in the Cotswolds

Village pubs, town centre cafes, fine dining restaurants and food & drink producers/suppliers

Artisan producers in the Cotswolds

Made in the Cotswolds

Products made in the Cotswolds by small businesses and artisan producers

The Cotswolds -  A haven for property investment

The Cotswolds - A haven for property investment

Explore why investing in property in the Cotswolds can be a lucrative opportunity and the factors that make this region a haven for investors.

Find the hidden wonder of winter at Westonbirt

Find the hidden wonder of winter at Westonbirt

Wrap up warm and head to Westonbirt, The National Arboretum for a bracing walk in the next few weeks, whilst also discovering nature?s hidden winter wonders

Cotswold Wildlife Park celebrates the birth of its fiftieth Zebra foal

Cotswold Wildlife Park celebrates the birth of its fiftieth Zebra foal

Cotswold Wildlife Park has welcomed a rather significant addition to the Chapman's Zebra family just in time for Christmas. The birth marks a milestone in the Park's history as she is the fiftieth Chapman's Zebra to be born at Cotswold Wildlife Park.

Unusual Things to do in the Cotswolds

Unusual Things to do in the Cotswolds

Discover a selection of the most unusual things to do whilst you're in the Cotswolds from ghost tours to bird of prey displays.

Free things to do in Oxfordshire

Free things to do in Oxfordshire

Oxfordshire is a beautiful county in England with a lot to offer visitors. Whether you're looking for historical sites, natural beauty, or family-friendly activities, you'll find plenty to do in Oxfordshire without spending a penny!

Best things to do in the Cotswolds for couples

Best things to do in the Cotswolds for couples

Are you and your partner in need of a romantic getaway? Look no further than the enchanting Cotswolds, where relaxation and cherished memories await.

The Cotswolds is an impossibly picturesque area of southern England, popular with both visitors from the UK and visitors from all over the world.

The beauty of the Cotswolds was recognised officially in 1966 when it was designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and 2006 was the 40th anniversary of this designation. The Cotswolds is now the largest AONB in England and Wales.

Many parts of the Cotswolds can be reached from London in 90 minutes which makes it popular with second home owners and those looking for a weekend away between stressful weeks working in the City.

Tourists flock to the Cotswolds to visit picture postcard towns and villages, impressive country estates, beautiful countryside and quaint honey-coloured Cotswold stone cottages.

See what all the fuss is about, visit the Cotswolds in 2024, and read about the Cotswolds in the Cotswolds Blog.

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The Cotswolds

There's always something to do in the Cotswolds

Internationally renowned events including the Cheltenham Fesvital, Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at RAF Fairford, Badminton Horse Trials and world class polo, literary festivals and music concerts to quirky events like Tetbury Woolsack Races, Bourton on the Water's 'Football in the river' and Boxing Day Bibury Duck Races, there's always something to do in the Cotswolds.

And you're never far from historic buildings (including National Trust and English Heritage properties as well as Roman settlements), impressive country parks, museums, and animal attractions (such as Cotswold Wildlife Park, Cotswold Farm Park, Birdland and WWT Slimbridge).

The Cotswolds - Kick back and relax or make the most of every minute, the choice is yours!

Cotswold FAQs

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