Cotswolds Travel Guide

Use this section to find essential visitor information, find out about the history of the Cotswolds, discover towns & villages, or download guides for the area.

The Cotswolds area is a range of gently rolling hills in England, and the largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in England and Wales. Just west of London (90 minutes by rail or car), the Cotswolds is an easily accessible area around 100 miles (160km) north to south.

Choose from the options on the left to help you plan your visit & find out how to keep the Cotswolds beautiful in our be green section.