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Tetbury is a stylish southern Cotswold market town known for its antique shops, historic Market House and elegant stone streets. With excellent places to eat, stay and explore, it offers a refined and lively base for discovering the southern Cotswolds. Read More...

Painswick is one of the Cotswolds’ most elegant villages, known for its grey stone buildings, historic church and beautiful valley views. Often called the Queen of the Cotswolds, it offers excellent walking, refined places to eat and a quieter, more relaxed atmosphere. Read More...

Moreton-in-Marsh is a lively north Cotswold market town known for its broad honey-stone High Street, traditional Tuesday market and excellent rail connections. With plenty of places to eat, stay and explore, it makes a practical and well-connected base for discovering the wider Cotswolds. Read More...

Burford is one of the Cotswolds’ most historic market towns, known for its steep medieval High Street, independent shops and handsome old stone buildings. Often called the Gateway to the Cotswolds, it offers excellent places to eat, stay and explore in the heart of Oxfordshire. Read More...

Chipping Campden is one of the Cotswolds’ most elegant market towns, known for its broad honey-stone High Street, historic Market Hall and rich Arts and Crafts heritage. With excellent places to eat, stay and walk, it offers a timeless north Cotswold experience. Read More...

Few places are as instantly recognisable in the Cotswolds as Bourton-on-the-Water. With the clear waters of the River Windrush flowing gently through its centre, crossed by a series of low honey-stone bridges, the village has long been one of Gloucestershire’s best-loved destinations. Read More...

Tucked away in the north Cotswolds, Guiting Power is a peaceful Gloucestershire village with beautiful walks, cosy pubs and plenty of rural charm. It is perfect for visitors looking to experience a quieter and more authentic side of the Cotswolds. Read More...

Discover Wychwood Festival 2026, a much-loved family-friendly music festival returning to Cheltenham this May with headline live acts, children’s entertainment, comedy, workshops and a relaxed early summer atmosphere just beyond the Cotswolds. Read More...

Experience one of the Cotswolds’ most thrilling traditions at Cooper’s Hill Cheese Rolling, where competitors race down a steep hillside in pursuit of a wheel of Double Gloucester cheese. With centuries of history behind it, this unique event draws visitors from around the world each year. Read More...

Planning a short trip to the Cotswolds and wondering which villages to visit? With so many charming places scattered across the countryside, it can be difficult to choose where to go — especially if you only have one day. Read More...

Each winter, the Cotswold village of Broadway offers one of the region’s most welcoming and memorable Christmas experiences. With its High Street lined with twinkling lights, independent shops, and traditional pubs, Broadway provides the perfect setting for a relaxed festive visit. Read More...

Explore the Cotswolds through your lens with our guide to the Top 10 Photography Spots. From honey-stone villages and winding rivers to sweeping countryside views, these locations capture the area’s timeless charm. Read More...