The Cotswolds (/ ˈ k ɒ t s w oʊ l d z, ˈ k ɒ t s w əl d z / KOTS-wohldz, KOTS-wəldz) [1] is a region of central South West England, along a range of rolling hills that rise from the meadows of the upper River Thames to an escarpment above the Severn Valley and the Vale of Evesham.

Explore quintessentially English towns & villages of honey-coloured stone; take in splendid, lively market towns; visit some of the country’s greatest palaces, castles and country houses; marvel at the natural world in acclaimed reserves and at some of the most famous gardens & arboreta in Britain; walk through breath-taking landscapes along his...

Dec 12, 2023 · Stretching from Stratford-upon-Avon in the north to Bath in the south, the Cotswolds features landscapes you'd see in Romantic paintings, quaint towns and villages built from honey-colored stone, world-class dining and amazing produce (that is to say, lots of cheese).

Be inspired by the official tourism guide to the Cotswolds from VisitBritain. Discover why we love the Cotswolds. Lush rolling pastures, pretty stone villages and rambling rivers - the Cotswolds has it all.

Oct 8, 2024 · Our Cotswolds Travel Guide includes recommended places to go and things to do, accommodation options, tips and photos from one of the most beautiful regions of England. Everything you need to plan your visit and essential reading for any visitor to the region!

This detailed and comprehensive tour directory is the perfect visitor guide to the region's history, beautiful villages, places to visit, finding Cotswold accommodation and places to eat including where to shop, and what glorious gardens to see.

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 2025, and read about the …

The Cotswolds is home to some of the most unspoilt, historic and famous towns and villages in England. The honey-coloured stone buildings provide a quintessential English charm found no-where else in the world. It really is a unique experience!

The Cotswolds area of rolling hills and ancient villages and towns where time has stood still for centuries is a protected landscape of national importance. It is managed by the Cotswold Conservation Board and is the largest of the thirty-eight 'Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty' in England and Wales.

Feb 4, 2025 · The Cotswold Way is the region's star attraction. This long-distance trail runs north to south from Chipping Campden to Bath, offering diverse landscapes and countless photo-worthy spots. Browse our Cotswold Way self-guided hiking trips. 2. The Cotswold Trail Distance: 50 miles Difficulty: Moderate