The Cotswolds, rich in Shakespeare's day, are a quintessential image of rural England. Their prosperity was founded on the old wool towns and villages that nestle in the gentle hills. Popular with residents and visitors alike.

Discover the Beauty
Some of the loveliest English countryside can be found here from the rolling Cotswold hills and rose covered cottages to the peaceful valleys of the rivers Severn & Avon with its distinctive black & white architecture.

Historic Cotswolds
The Cotswold town of Winchcombe with its honey coloured stone is steeped in history. Its surrounding picturesque villages and splendid manor houses make it a delightful place to visit. Use it as an ideal touring base to discover the beauty and charms of the unique Cotswolds.

At your leisure
The Cotswolds & Severn Vale is the perfect setting to enjoy a leisure break. Walking and Cycling countryside at its best, there are routes to suit everyone both long and shorter distance. Enjoy a tranquil round of golf, relive the days of steam at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway or experience one of our many exciting festivals.