Things to do in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds has a seemingly endless supply of things to do. From family attractions such as the Cotswold Wildlife Park near Burford and the Cotswold Water Park, to 'niche' attractions like Crocodiles of the World and Belas Knap Long Barrow.
Featured Cotswold attractions
Some of the most popular and well known attractions in the Cotswolds.
Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens, near Burford
The Cotswold Wildlife Park, near to the Cotswold town of Burford in Oxfordshire, is set in 160 acres of parkland and gardens around a listed Victorian Manor House and has been open to the public since 1970.
WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Slimbridge Wetland Centre is set within 325 hectares against a spectacular Severn Estuary backdrop.
Westonbirt Arboretum, Gloucestershire
Westonbirt Arboretum, the National Arboretum, consists of one of the most beautiful and important plant collections in the world
Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire
Blenheim Palace is a world-class visitor attraction with a variety of cultural and sporting events, a wedding and banqueting venue and a unique filming location.
Sudeley Castle and Gardens
As one of the most beautiful castles to visit in England, there is so much to discover at Sudeley Castle
Broadway Tower and Country Park, Worcestershire
A family-owned Cotswold destination set within a 50-acre estate of parkland, allowing visitors to experience great English heritage in an inspiring location
The Model Village, Bourton on the Water
Built during the early thirties, the Village is a 1/9th replica of Bourton-on-the-Water, built from the local Cotswold stone
Corinium Museum, Cirencester
The Corinium Museum in Cirencester is a hidden gem of this charming Cotswold town. Visitors can trace the story of the Cotswolds from Prehistory to the late 19th Century, with hands-on exhibits, interactive displays and a wealth of precious artefacts.
Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre
Earthwork remains of a massive Roman amphitheatre in Cirencester which could hold about 8,000 spectators
Cotswold Lavender, Snowshill
We are a third generation family farm set in the heart of the beautiful Cotswold Hills overlooking Broadway and the Vale of Evesham
Dover's Hill
Dover's Hill (or Dovers Hill) is a natural amphitheatre on a spur of the Cotswold scarp with glorious views over the surrounding countryside and can be found approximately 1 mile northwest of Chipping Campden.
Rollright Stones
The Rollright Stones are a complex of three Neolithic and Bronze Age megalithic monuments near the village of Long Compton, and approximately 4 miles from Chipping Norton, on the borders of Oxfordshire and Warwickshire.
Cotswold Falconry Centre, Moreton in Marsh
Cotswold Falconry was opened in 1988 by Geoff & Naomi Dalton, with the aim of giving people a greater knowledge of birds of prey and an understanding of the ancient art of falconry.
Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock
The Oxfordshire Museum in the lovely market town of Woodstock is a hidden gem that is well worth a visit.
Minster Lovell Hall and Dovecote
The picturesque ruins of Minster Lovell Hall, a 15th century Oxfordshire manor house, lie in a beautiful rural setting beside the River Windrush.
Arlington Row, Bibury
Arlington Row, originally a wool store and then converted into weavers houses in the last 17th century
The Garden at Miserden
The Garden at Miserden, winner of the Historic Houses Garden of the Year Award 2018, is a lovely, timeless walled garden with spectacular views over a deer park and rolling Cotswold hills beyond.
Woodchester Valley Vineyard
A family owned boutique vineyard and winery in the South Cotswolds, Woodchester Valley grows a selection of grape varieties, spread across three vineyards.
Bourton House Garden, Bourton on the Hill
An award winning three acre garden surrounding a fine 18th century Manor House.
Tetbury Goods Shed Art Centre
Tetbury Good Shed Arts Centre has a wide-ranging programme of exhibitions, talks, workshops, live music, films and performances.
Newark Park
Grade I listed country house of Tudor origins located near the village of Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire
Charlbury Museum
Charlbury Museum is an independent museum, run entirely by volunteers. Its five rooms are crammed with exhibits revealing the history of this ancient market town
Cotswold Events - Things to do in the Cotswolds
The Cotswold Events calendar brings you details of events all over the Cotswolds.
More things to do in the Cotswolds
More attractions in the Cotswolds including Chedworth Roman Villa, Batsford Arboretum and WWT Slimbridge.
Cirencester Open Air Pool
Originally built in 1869 Cirencester Open Air Pool offers you the chance to swim in natural spring water heated to an average temperature of 27 degrees C (80 degrees F) throughout the summer months.
Hidcote Manor Garden (National Trust)
Arts and Crafts-inspired garden in the Cotswolds with intricately designed outdoor spaces
North Leigh Roman Villa, near Witney
At North Leigh Roman Villa, near Witney, you will find the remains of a large, wellbuilt Roman courtyard villa.
Painswick Rococo Garden
A scenic 18th-century garden with flower and vegetable plots, plus a cafe and seasonal events
Barn Theatre, Cirencester
The Barn Theatre Project was established as a charity by Ian and Chrissie Carling with the vision of building a bold legacy in the arts for the community of Cirencester and the Cotswolds
Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock
Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (SOFO) is Oxfordshire's only dedicated military history museum
New Brewery Arts, Cirencester
New Brewery Arts is located in a converted Victorian brewery housing a contemporary art gallery, craft shop and cafe, and on-site maker studios. New Brewery Arts offers visitors a unique arts and crafts shopping experience.
Holst Victorian House, Cheltenham
Situated in the house where he was born in 1874, the Museum was founded by Gustav Holst's daughter Imogen in 1974
Kilkenny Viewpoint and Nature Reserve
Kilkenny nature reserve is a 5-hectare site offering fantastic panoramic views of the Cotswolds.
Fairytale Farm, near Chipping Norton
Mixing classic fairy tales, animals and adventure play, children will love Fairytale Farm
Berkeley Castle and Gardens, Gloucestershire
Berkeley Castle, a hidden gem in the Cotswolds. Awarded TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence for the last six years.
Belas Knap Long Barrow
A particularly fine example of a Neolithic long barrow of c.3800 BC in the heart of the Gloucestershire countryside.
Cogges Manor Farm, Witney, Oxfordshire
At the heart of Witney, everyone who visits Cogges for the first time is bowled over by its beauty
Owlpen Manor, Gloucestershire
Owlpen Manor is a Tudor Grade I listed manor house of the Mander family, situated in the village of Owlpen in the Stroud district in Gloucestershire
The Wilson, Cheltenham art gallery and museum
The Wilson, formerly known as Cheltenham Art Gallery and Museum
Chipping Norton Lido, Oxfordshire
Set in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Chipping Norton Lido has a 25m heated outdoor swimming pool and a large, tree-lined lawn, making it perfect for an afternoon's outdoor fun
Winchcombe Museum
Winchcombe Museum began life in 1928 in the Parvis Room, above the porch at St Peter's Church.
Birdland Park and Gardens, Bourton on the Water
Home to over 500 birds including Flamingos, Pelicans, Penguins, Cranes and Storks, visitors can enjoy a fun day out at Birdland Park & Gardens with family and friends.
Cotswold Farm Park, Guiting Power
Cotswold Farm Park is an award-winning attraction where visitors can meet all sorts of animals from goats and pigs to rare breeds, rabbits and sheep.
Batsford Arboretum, near Moreton in Marsh
Batsford Arboretum is home to the country's largest private collection of trees and shrubs, with interest all year round.
Charlecote Park
Overlooking the River Avon, near Stratford-upon-Avon, Charlecote Park has been part of this area of rural Warwickshire for centuries.
Chastleton House in Oxfordshire
Owned by the National Trust since 1991, Chastleton House is a Jacobean country house at Chastleton, Oxfordshire, close to Moreton-in-Marsh. It is a Grade I listed building.
Dyrham Park
Ancient parkland, 17th-century house and garden at Dyrham, near Bath, South Gloucestershire
Rousham House and Garden, Oxfordshire
One of only two English gardens included in Monty Don's round the world garden journey, for him the "very best of English gardens".
Cerney House Gardens, North Cerney
Cerney House Gardens is a romantic, secret place in the Cotswolds, near to Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.
Chedworth Roman Villa near Cirencester
Chedworth is one of the best sites in the country for anyone wishing to explore and understand the remains of a large country house of the Roman period.
Bibury Trout Farm
Bibury Trout Farm is a working trout farm and is one of Britain's oldest trout farms
Chipping Norton Museum of Local History
Chipping Norton Museum was first opened in March 1986 in the old schoolroom of the Baptist Chapel in New Street. The Museum moved to its present home in 1995.
Buscot Park, Faringdon
Buscot Park, a late 18th-century house, set in enchanting landscaped grounds, a National Trust attraction in Oxfordshire
Cotswold Motoring Museum and Toy Collection, Bourton on the Water
An award winning museum in Bourton on the Water hosting one of the UK's best collections of cars, motorcycles, toys and motoring signs.
Cotswold Water Park
The Cotswold Water Park (soon to be rebranded as The Cotswold Lakes) is an area of approximately 42 squares miles and 180 lakes
Combe Mill, Oxfordshire
A Grade II* Listed Building, Combe Mill is the original sawmill and workshop of the Blenheim Palace Estate
Tolsey Museum, Burford
Tolsey Museum is housed in the Tudor Market/Court House. The wide-ranging collection illustrates Burford's social and working culture, including the Town maces, seals and charters.