2/3 days.
You can see some of the Cotswolds in a day but I recommend at least 2/3 days to explore the area.
How long should I spend in the Cotswolds?
Even if you have less than 24 hours in the Cotswolds, then the area is still worth visiting if that’s the only chance you’ll get to see the area of outstanding natural beauty. Ideally, to truly enjoy the Cotswolds at a slower pace, you’ll want to set aside 3-5 days.
What is the best time of year to visit the Cotswolds?
The summer months of July and August are certainly a good season to visit the Cotswolds. The days are long, the fields are green, and you might even enjoy sunny days!
How can I spend 2 days in Cotswolds?
The Ultimate 2 to 3 Days in The Cotswolds Itinerary
- Day 1 – Cheltenham, Hidcote Manor & Broadway. Cheltenham. Hidcote Manor Gardens. Broadway Tower & Village.
- Day 2 – Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold & More. Bourton-on-the-Water. Lower & Upper Slaughter.
- Day 3 – Hop Between Iconic Cotswolds Villages. Castle Combe. Stroud.
Is one day enough for Cotswolds?
Well, no, not really! In truth, you could spend weeks, months, or even years discovering all that the Cotswolds has to offer. After all, at almost 800 square miles (over 2000 square kilometres), it’s the largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the UK! There are over 150 towns and villages to explore.
Which is the prettiest Cotswold village?
Castle Combe – the prettiest village in England
Tucked in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in north west Wiltshire, Castle Combe is often called “the prettiest village in England.” It’s certainly one of the prettiest Cotswolds villages to visit.
Which is the best Cotswold village to stay in?
Places to Stay in the Cotswolds
- Moreton-in-Marsh. First on our list is Moreton-in-Marsh, as this ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds’ is on the main railway line from London Paddington and therefore the starting point for many a visit to the Cotswolds.
- The Slaughters.
- Bourton-on-the-Water.
- Stow-on-the-Wold.
- Burford.
What is the main town in the Cotswolds?
Cirencester
Cirencester is a lively market town, the largest in the Cotswold district, and hence often referred to as ‘The Capital of the Cotswolds’.
Can you get around the Cotswolds without a car?
Yes, you can explore the Cotswolds without a car, but you’ll only be able to visit a limited number of villages at any given time and you’ll spend a lot of time travelling. You can travel to the main cities near the Cotswolds first and then use the bus services linking the cities to popular Cotswold villages.
Is the Cotswold expensive?
Outside the South East, the place where houses are least affordable is the Cotswolds, where they cost 19 times wages. The countryside may be scenic, but that is little compensation when the average worker, putting a third of his or her salary into a mortgage, would need over 60 years to pay it off.
Is Bourton on the Water worth visiting?
Bourton on the Water is a charming village in the Cotswolds, located in the heart of England. With traditional stone buildings, quaint cottages and picturesque countryside, it’s not hard to see why Bourton on the Water is one of the most popular and beautiful places to visit in the Cotswolds.
How many days does it take to walk the Cotswold Way?
six to ten days
You can choose to walk the full 102 miles of the Cotswold Way in anything from six to ten days. We are also happy to tailor-make any of our itineraries to individual requirements, so just ask! To get the most from your time in the Cotswolds we would recommend taking eight or nine walking days to complete the trail.
Is north or south Cotswolds better?
But while the manicured Cotswolds of the North attract a myriad tourists, the South holds more rugged secrets in the form of deep-hidden valleys, harebell-covered meadows, and steeply wooded hills.
Are Cotswolds walkable?
Walking is the best way to see the Cotswolds National Landscape. Take a relaxing stroll to walk off lunch, or stride out on one of the long distance routes that cross the area. Walks offer an interesting and often entertaining way of exploring our wonderful Cotswold countryside and landscape.
Where is the best base in the Cotswolds?
Thanks to the railway line, Moreton-in-Marsh is the starting point of most visits to the Cotswolds. It’s the best place to base yourself in the Cotswolds since it has easy access to the highways.
What’s so special about the Cotswolds?
The Cotswolds has the largest concentration of art and antique shops outside of London. There’s a plethora of antique shops in Stow-on-the-Wold, Moreton-in-Marsh, Burford, Broadway, Tewkesbury and Winchcombe. You’ll also find many local art galleries hosting regular exhibitions and featured artists from the Cotswolds.
What is the best way to see the Cotswolds?
The best ways to get to the Cotswolds and explore the area are to rent a car or to plan a Cotswolds tour from London.
What food is the Cotswolds famous for?
Other local favourites include Tewkesbury mustard, Bibury trout, Stinking Bishop cheese and Hobbs House bread. This high quality produce can often be found on menus in pubs, restaurants and cafes in the Cotswolds. And now the Cotswolds has its very own spirit – Cotswolds Dry Gin.
What is the most quaint village in England?
Bibury, Cotswolds
Bibury was once described by William Morris as “the most beautiful village in England” and it’s easy to see why. The typical Cotswolds village is home to Arlington Row, one of the most photographed locations in the country, if not the world.
What is the prettiest village in the UK?
The 20 most beautiful villages in the UK and Ireland
- South Pool, Devon.
- Cartmel, Cumbria.
- Portloe, Cornwall.
- Nether Compton, Dorset.
- Beaulieu, Hampshire.
- Ullapool, Ross and Cromarty.
- Mells, Somerset.
- Powerstock, Dorset.
Where does stella McCartney live in the Cotswolds?
Clothing designer Stella McCartney owns a second home in Pershore, situated in the northern area of the Cotswolds, and actor Patrick Stewart makes his second home in Little Tew, near the prestigious Chipping Norton.