Famous as the subject of a poem by Edward Thomas, Adlestrop is the kind of place that first-time visitors to Britain imagine all English villages are like. A quiet lane or two, a thatched village store, an old Rectory and manor house on either side of the parish church.
Adlestrop,
Cotswolds,
Gloucestershire,
England
The Cotswold Way runs right through this attractive hamlet just south east of Wootton-under-Edge. There are a number of attractive historic buildings in the town.
Alderley,
Gloucestershire,
England
A prosperous village a few miles west of Cirencester, Ampney Crucis has a lovely village green with a war memorial, and a 12th century church with very good medieval wall paintings.
Ampney Crucis,
Cotswolds,
Gloucestershire,
England
A lovely Cotswold hamlet near Cirencester. The church, which is located a mile away from the village, features some wonderful medieval wall paintings.
Ampney St Mary,
Cotswolds,
Gloucestershire,
England
A small village with a lot of historical interest to offer visitors. There is a 14th century preaching cross on the village green, a 15th century tithe barn (National Trust) and a church which has Saxon stonework. In the church is one of the earliest known examples of a royal coat of arms, dating to the reign of Edward VI.
Ashleworth,
Gloucestershire,
England
There can be no doubt why most visitors come to Berkeley - it is the grim fortress of Berkely Castle that draws them. Berkeley Castle rises like a grim, gray prison brooding over the nearby Severn estuary. And indeed, its main claim to fame rests on its role as the final prison for King Edward II.
Berkeley,
Gloucestershire,
England
Bibury, nestled in the eastern hills of the Cotswolds, first earned its title of "the most beautiful village in England" from the artist and craftsman, William Morris (1834-96). It's not hard to see why. However you approach this village on the river Coln, it exudes charm from every house and tree and meadow.
Bibury,
Cotswolds,
Gloucestershire,
England
There ought to be a law that villages can't look as pretty as this! It's a lucky thing that I didn't cause an accident when I first came around a corner on the road from Moreton in Marsh and spied the tower of St Peter and St Paul peering above the greenery that encompasses Blockley.
Blockley,
Cotswolds,
Gloucestershire,
England
A classic Cotswold beauty spot. The River Windrush flows through the centre of this lovely village. The Windrush at this point is a peaceful waterway, scarcely more than a shallow brook flowing at a gentle pace. It is spanned by 3 very low stone pedestrian bridges.
Bourton on the Water,
Cotswolds,
Gloucestershire,
England
A picturesque village set in rolling countryside, surrounded by fields of grazing sheep, and dissected by streams.
Broad Campden,
Cotswolds,
Gloucestershire,
England
Open plan sitting/dining room with kitchen area. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath). Bunk bedded room with additional single bed (for + 1). First floor: Two galleried … more >> Sleeps 7
This detached 17th Century Cottage, restored in 1999, offers a cosy, comfortable retreat for two in an idyllic rural location. Situated just five miles from … more >> Sleeps 2
This magnificent hotel, set in 30 acres of glorious parkland and the setting for one of Britain's finest Arboretums with some 300 rare and protected trees, has been created from a splendid Grade II Victorian Gothic mansion. Tortworth Court stands on the Cotswold Edge, a dramatic escarpment, which falls away … more >>
Exuding an elegant charm the Ramada Bristol North, The Grange hotel is set in 18 acres of tranquil gardens. The unique setting of the 19th century hotel offers guests a peaceful country manor retreat within easy reach of the vibrant buzz of the city. Just 5 miles from … more >>
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