Cotswold Blog - Bourton-on-the-water related blogs

Three days in the Cotswolds without a car

Visiting the Cotswolds, but don't have a car? Fear not! Exploring the Cotswolds car-free is not only possible, but it can be a rewarding and relaxing experience.

A View, a Brew, and Your Dog Too: 7 Dog-Friendly Pubs in the Cotswolds

With the Cotswolds being home to some of the most glorious nature walks, it would be a shame not to take advantage. The cool weather often calls for a lengthy walk to enjoy the frosty scenery, but there's nothing like rounding it off with a refreshing pint by the fireplace at the end.

Why not visit... Bourton-on-the-Water in Miniature?

Tucked behind the enigmatically named The Old New Inn in Bourton-on-the-Water, is an enchanting example of a world in miniature in the form of the Bourton-on-the-Water miniature village.

The Cotswolds - its appeal and mental health benefits

My wellbeing and gifting journey over the last year inspired by the irresistable draw of the Cotswolds. Walking hundreds of miles, seeing thousands of sights. Touring with Mum to release her from lockdown, and give her lots of new memories. And importantly sharing to aid mental wellbeing, and using our experiences to support the fight against, and care for, life changing cancer and brain desease.

The Gateway to the Cotswolds

Many people know the Cotswolds for outstandingly beautiful villages but I find that many villages further South; some referred to as The Gateway of the Cotswolds can be a little over looked. So let's take a look at some of my most inspiring South Cotswold towns and villages.

5 of the best family attractions to visit in the Cotswolds

Here we bring you 5 of the best family attractions in the Cotswolds.

Bourton on the Water tourism charge will help fund bins and marshals

Cotswold District Council introduced the tourism charge on 8 March 2021 to spend on projects and activities in the village to manage the volume of visitors who come to enjoy what Bourton-on-the-Water has to offer.

72 hours in the Cotswolds

Taking advantage of the lifting of lockdown measures during the summer of 2020, Inna Schutts decided to spend a few days in the Cotswolds, and her blog gives lots of ideas for people spending 72 hours in the Cotswolds.

How many counties make up the Cotswolds area?

The Cotswolds covers an area of almost 800 square miles and mainly spans the English counties of Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, but also North Somerset, Warwickshire, Wiltshire and Worcestershire.