Things To Do in the Cotswolds
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Black Bourton - St Mary the Virgin Church
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Church/Chapel
Black Bourton
The real highlight of the church is its 13th century wall paintings. Covered at the reformation, they were originally uncovered when the church was restored in 1866. However, against the vicar’s wishes, they were again whitewashed and were not…
Windmill Tump Long Barrow
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English Heritage Property
Cirencester
The barrow was excavated in the late 19th century, and also in 1939 when 13 skeletons were found as well as leaf-shaped arrowheads.
When two trees fell down in the great storms of 1987 they revealed a previously unknown chamber situated to the…Ascott under Wychwood - Holy Trinity Church
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Church/Chapel
Ascott under Wychwood
Holy Trinity is set in the heart of the beautiful village of Ascott-under-Wychwood. It abounds with fascinating historical features and has been the centre of worship in the village for some 900 years.
Duntisbourne Rouse - St Michael's Church
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Church/Chapel
Cirencester
The atmospheric church of St Michael stands in idyllic Cotswold countryside in the hamlet of Duntisbourne Rouse. The church dates to the Saxon period, and boasts a Norman crypt beneath the chancel. There are 13th century wall paintings in the…
Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre
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Historic Site
Cirencester
A large, well preserved, earth covered, Roman amphitheatre.
Woodstock - St Mary Magdalene Church
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Church/Chapel
Rectory Lane, Woodstock
A musical clock that plays a different tune each day of the week and over 200 hand-embroidered kneelers - St Mary Magdalene Church was built in the reign of Henry I for the convenience of the court during royal visits to their royal hunting lodge
Winchcombe Museum
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Museum
Winchcombe
A wonderful accredited Community Museum in the heart of Historic Winchcombe reflecting 2,000 years of local history and a fascinating collection of police memorabilia.
Little Faringdon - St Margaret's Church
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Church/Chapel
Little Faringdon
A small, picturesque church dating back to the 12th century but with a little 19th century bellcote. There are a few pieces of medieval glass.
Kencot - St George's Church
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Church/Chapel
Kencot
St George's Church in Kencot is of late 12th century origin and features a tower with a curious side turret with a sloping roof, which was added later and makes it look unfinished.
Great Tew - St Michael & All Angels Church
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Church/Chapel
Great Tew
Great Tew's church is barely visible from the road. Despite some unsympathetic 19C restoration, the church still has many interesting features: finely carved bench ends, a series of slightly faded 14C wall paintings uncovered in 1988, a superb…
West Tump Long Barrow
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Free Days Out
Nr Cranham
This barrow is located in the middle of Buckholt Wood, in the parish of Brimpsfield, about one and a half miles south-west of Birdlip.
Cotswold Woollen Weavers
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Shopping
Lechlade
Cotswold Woollen Weavers is a destination in its own right: a shop selling all manner of woollen clothes and blankets, a small museum, design studio, sculpture gallery, coffee shop and picnic area, all housed in beautiful old stone buildings.
Ebrington - St Edburgha's Church
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Church/Chapel
Chipping Campden
A 13th century church with a wonderful Norman doorway, 14th century font and knight's grave, plus 16th and 17th century tombs to the Keyte family. The most impressive tomb is that of Sir John Fortescue, Lord Chief Justice to Henry VI, who died in…
Nympsfield Long Barrow
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Historic Site
Stonehouse
Overlooking the river Severn to the Forest of Dean, with a picnic site nearby, this chambered Neolithic long barrow is 90ft long, with a pair of side chambers and an end chamber.
Lower Oddington - St Nicholas Church
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Church/Chapel
Oddington
One of our favourite churches - St Nicholas church in Lower Oddington is hidden at the end of a small lane. Its not the easiest place to find, but the effort is worth it, for St Nicholas's boasts a superb series of medieval wall paintings, including…
Museum in the Park
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Museum
Stroud
The Museum in the Park is set in the beautiful grounds of Stratford Park. Our collection tells the story of the Stroud Valleys and the wider district, giving you the chance to find out about the people who lived and worked here.
Tetbury - Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin
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Church/Chapel
Tetbury
Built in 1777-1781 in Georgian Gothic-style. Spire is 4th highest in England measuring at 186ft, part of the old medieval church. Recently restored to basic 18thC line.
Butts Farm Visitor Centre and Farm Shop
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Farm
Near South Cerney
A rare breeds farm where you can get up close and personal with some of Britain’s rare breeds. Various daily activities to enjoy - milk a goat, bunny cuddles & groom a pony. Visit farm shop for local produce.
Crickley Hill Country Park
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Country/Royal Park
Gloucester
One hundred and forty three acres of grassland and beechwoods situated on the Cotswold escarpment.
Stow on the Wold - St Edward's Church
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Churches and Cathedrals
Stow on the Wold
This beautiful church was built somewhere between the 11th and 15th century. The tower is 88ft high and was completed in 1447. It houses the heaviest peal of eight bells in Gloucestershire. The painting of the crucifixion in the south aisle was…