A FAIRY TALE FROM A PAINTING
The Cotswolds are a cluster of picturesque villages nestled in stunning hills. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty since 1966, the Cotswolds cover an area stretching from south of Stratford-upon-Avon to Bath.
The Cotswolds is an area of stunning natural beauty in central England, famous for its quaint villages, rolling hills and honey-coloured Cotswold stone houses. It is a popular tourist destination, particularly for those who enjoy hiking, cycling and exploring nature.
Throughout history, the Cotswold “royal village” has been a resort for the British royal family and aristocracy. Today, this place is one of the famous tourist destinations for history, culture, nature with ancient spaces as beautiful as in fairy tales...
Few countrysides have as large an area (2,038km2) and unique scenery as the Cotswolds - one of the few rural areas recognized as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in 1966. In 2023, this title was changed to a National Landscape, accompanied by many important conservation programs. The Cotswolds own a diverse landscape with ancient villages, palaces, meadows, cliffs, closed limestone valleys... stretching along the gentle hills.
The Cotswolds is an area of stunning natural beauty in central England, famous for its
The name Cotswold means “sheep on the hillside” because this area was famous for the “Lion sheep” that produced the highest quality wool. Therefore, for many centuries, Cotswold thrived with sheep farming and wool production. Much of the income from the wool trade with European countries at that time was used to build churches, showing the piety of the people in the area.
The Cotswold "royal village" is a resort for British royalty and aristocracy.
What makes Cotswold so special is the sparkling yellow stone houses with black thatched roofs located close together. This unique type of stone called Cotswold is identified as a type of limestone from the Jurassic period. The honey-yellow stone makes the houses seem to always glow even when there is no sunlight. Most houses in Cotswold overlook the river flowing around the village. Thanks to its unique beauty that seems to have been forgotten by time, Cotswold has become the filming location of many famous TV series and movies such as "Harry Potter", "Lord of the Rings", "Pride and Prejudice", "Bridget Jones's Diary"...
ADMIRING THE STUNNING BEAUTY OF THE ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE
The Cotswolds are more than just a sight to behold. The small green and gold villages offer visitors the unique opportunity to mingle with smiling locals in century-old pubs and enjoy delicious cream teas in the cutest tea rooms. There’s not much to see in the Cotswold villages, either. All the magic lies in wandering the quaint streets and taking in the stunning beauty.
Bibury Village - the most beautiful village in England
Bibury is a beautiful little village on the River Coln in the Cotswolds, England. It has been called one of the “most beautiful villages in Britain” and even appears on the front page of the British passport. Bibury is famous for its traditional honey-colored Cotswold stone houses, beautiful gardens and peaceful atmosphere.
Lost in Bibury - the most beautiful ancient village in England
Bibury's history can be traced back to the Paleolithic period, with evidence of human settlement from as early as 1086. The village was first recorded in the Domesday Book in 1086, when it was a manor house owned by Odo the Bishop of Bayeux, half-brother of William the Conqueror. After the Middle Ages, Bibury declined in importance, but the village retained its beauty and charm. Today, Bibury is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world.
Bibury Village is a beautiful little village located on the River Coln.
While in the village, you can visit Arlington Row. This is the most famous row of honey-coloured Cotswold stone houses in Bibury. Arlington Row was built in the 17th century and was originally a wool merchants' quarter.
Bibury Cathedral is a Church of England parish church dating from the 12th century. The church has a Norman bell tower and some beautiful stained glass windows.
Bibury is famous for its beautiful, meticulously maintained gardens. Visitors can stroll along the River Coln and admire the colorful gardens.
Bibury is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the beauty of the English countryside. This village is a true gem of the Cotswolds and is sure to charm visitors with its beauty and tranquility.
The village is known as one of the “most beautiful villages in England”
The peaceful beauty of "Venice of the Cotswolds"
Known as the “Venice of the Cotswolds,” Bourton-on-the-Water is a beautiful town with many bridges spanning the River Windrush. Visitors can take a boat ride along the river, visit local shops and cafes, or stroll in the park.
Known as the "Venice of the Cotswolds", Bourton-on-the-Water is a beautiful town.
Bourton-on-the-Water is a village in the Cotswolds region of England. It is known as the "Venice of the Cotswolds" because the River Windrush runs through the village and is crossed by many bridges. Bourton-on-the-Water is a popular tourist destination and is an ideal base for exploring the Cotswolds.
On both sides of the river are houses and 5 arched stone bridges, helping visitors easily find green spaces to rest and sunbathe.
UNMISSABLE EXPERIENCES
Visitors should not miss the interesting experiences to immerse themselves in the life and culture here. The first thing is to enjoy afternoon tea - a cultural beauty of the UK. At any restaurant, cafe or tourist attraction, visitors can order afternoon tea with a cup of fragrant Earlgrey and attractive cakes. Visitors should also try cream tea made from traditional English tea served with scones, jam and cream.
Not only famous for afternoon tea, the Cotswolds are also known for their fresh farm produce, especially dairy products. Located between Stow-on-the-Wold and Chipping Norton, Daylesford Organic Farm Shop offers premium quality products. There is also a cookery school and craft workshops, along with a health spa. There are enough activities to keep you occupied all day long.
The Cotswolds are home to many pubs with centuries of history. Enjoy a whisky, gin or cocktail in a historic pub or learn how to mix at the Cotswolds Distillery to understand why spirits here taste so unique. World-class Cotswolds single malt whisky and Cotswolds dry gin are created using locally sourced barley and lavender grown on nearby farms.
The Cotswolds Distillery tour begins with a short video telling the story of the distillery and its traditional production methods. After that, visitors will join the Gin Blending Master class, discover the secrets and practice the skills to create their own gin. Similarly, if visitors want to learn how to blend the exclusive Single malt whisky or famous cocktails of the Cotswolds distillery, the staff will enthusiastically guide the technique and how to use seasonal ingredients to create the perfect product. That is also the way the single makes visitors "intoxicated" and remember forever the beauty of this fairy-tale "royal village".
