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
Cotswold hotels, bed and breakfast, self catering holiday rentals and more
Chocolate box Cotswolds villages and vibrant market towns, the Cotswolds has it all
Family days out, historic country houses, thousands of miles of country walks
Property Search Co. (Cotswolds) Ltd New
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 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 New
Snowshill is a small Cotswolds village in Gloucestershire, located near Broadway, Worcestershire
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 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 Updated
Slimbridge Wetland Centre is set within 325 hectares against a spectacular Severn Estuary backdrop.
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
Walking in the Cotswolds NEW CONTENT
From the Cotswold Way to circular pub walks, walkers love the Cotswolds!
All the information you need when planning a trip to the Cotswolds
Food and Drink in the Cotswolds
Village pubs, town centre cafes, fine dining restaurants and food & drink producers/suppliers
Products made in the Cotswolds by small businesses and artisan producers
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
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 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
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
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
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!
Relax and unwind or experience the many things to do and attractions on offer in the beautiful Cotswolds
A small selection of things to do in the Cotswolds
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Getting Active
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Walking in the Cotswolds
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Sporting attractions
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Cycling in the Cotswolds
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Art & Entertainment
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Barn Theatre
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New Brewery Arts
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The Wilson
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More Cotswold links
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Broadway Tower
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Chedworth Roman Villa
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Local producers
Featured Cotswolds Businessess and Locations
A selection of businesses and towns & villages in the Cotswolds