Cotswold Discovery Trail Self-Guided Tour
The COTSWOLD DISCOVERY TRAIL is a self guided private tour enabled by our beautifully designed maps and Trail Pack. There are 2 day long Trails to do. Avoid expensive tour guides, the map is your guide. Explore things on your own, at your own pace with the confidence you know where you are going.
The centrepiece of the Trail Pack is a fold out map. There is a Trail on each side, one for the North & South Cotswolds. The Trails are circular to complete in a car, structured around many stops where you explore on foot. There are many start points, so you finish where you start, which is the most convenient place for you.
The maps offer comprehensive directions, are packed full of interesting information and loaded with questions and clues to answer which illuminate further on your surroundings.
If you have a limited time in the Cotswolds this is the best way to see a lot of it.
ItineraryDay 1: Cotswold Discovery Trail - North TrailPass By: Chipping Campden, Chipping Campden, Cotswolds, England
Chipping Campden is a gorgeous cotswold market town famous for its golden honey coloured architecture.
Stop At: Broadway Tower, Middle Hill, Broadway WR12 7LB England
The Cotswolds most famous folly, designed by Capacity Brown. Offers incredible views.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Winchcombe, Winchcombe, Cotswolds, England
Another Cotswold gem with incredible history and architecture.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Belas Knap, Winchcombe GL54 5AL England
An ancient neolithic monument built around 5000 years ago sat on top of the Cotswold escarpment. Is one of the earliest known examples of dry stone walling. Its a 15 minute walk to get to from the parking place.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Northleach, Northleach, Cotswolds, England
A charming Cotswold town
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Burford, Burford, Cotswolds, England
A beautiful and revered medieval Cotswold town known as the gateway to the Cotswolds. The view down into the town as you drive down the high street is stunning.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bourton-on-the-Water, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds, England
Known as the Venice of the Cotswolds for the charming character created by the River Windrush which runs through the heart of the town with its 5 famous bridges.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Stow-on-the-Wold, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds, England
A beautiful market town built centuries ago on the wealth generated from the wool trade. Loads to see and do and admire.
Duration: 45 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Cotswold Discovery Trail - South TrailStop At: Bibury, Bibury, Cotswolds, England
One of The Cotswolds most famous and photographed locations with stunning cottages set about the River Coln.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Chedworth, Chedworth, Cotswolds, England
A hidden gem of a village with a wonderful country pub.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Painswick Beacon, Golf Course Way, Painswick England
One of the regions many Iron Age hill forts set on top of the Cotswold escarpment offering rich history to discovery and 360 degree views.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Painswick, Painswick, Stroud District, Cotswolds, England
Known as the Queen of The Cotswolds this beautiful village offer mush to admire and history to learn about.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Minchinhampton, Minchinhampton, Stroud, Stroud District, Cotswolds, England
A delightful little village to explore with a cracking country pub.
Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes
Stop At: Badminton, Badminton, Gloucestershire, England
A charming little village next to the estate of the same name where the famous Horse Trials take place and yes, the name does give its name to the racket sport which was invented there in 1863.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sherston, Sherston, Wiltshire, England
A stunning village with a wonderfully wide central street. This is the only locations the trail that falls into Wiltshire.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Tetbury, Tetbury, Cotswolds, England
A beautiful little market town full of character and antique shops.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Thames Head Bridge, Cirencester GL7 6NZ, UK
This is the source of the River Thames. It is market by a large head stone. It's a 10 minute walk from the Thames Head pub to reach it.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cirencester Amphitheatre, Cotswold Avenue, Cirencester GL7 1XW England
This impressive remains of a large Roman Amphitheatre is the best example of the town and regions strong and Rich Roman history.
Duration: 20 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"All town walks are easy for all the family to complete. Some rural walks on the Trails will be longer and involve moderately rough tracks through fields and woodland going up hills at times, for example Belas Knap and Chedworth Roman Villa walks.These maybe restrictive for the elderly. For all the walks consider appropriate footwear."
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Be sure to follow the current guidance for COVID safety at the time of your Trail"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
09:30 AM
Duração: 2 Days
Ponto de partida: 1: Badminton GL9 1AJ, UK
2: Cirencester Rd, Tetbury GL8 8EP, UK
3: Cotswold Ave, Cirencester GL7 1XW, UK
4: The St, Bibury, Cirencester GL7 5NP, UK
5: Stroud Rd, Painswick, Stroud GL6 6UT, UK
6: Northleach, Cheltenham GL54 3EG, UK
7: Burford OX18 4RY, UK
8: Rissington Rd, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham GL54 2AY, UK
9: The Square, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham GL54 1AF, UK
10: Chipping Campden GL55 6AN, UK
11: Dents Terrace, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LN, UK
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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