The Cotswolds - FAQs

Yes, Moreton-in-Marsh has its own train station which provides regular services to and from London Paddington, Oxford, Worcester, and Hereford. There are also bus services connecting the town to nearby villages and towns.

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Moreton-in-Marsh is a town located in the North Cotswolds region of Gloucestershire, England.

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Orion Holidays offer lakeside holiday properties on 9 different lakes and each of them offer different on-site facilities and activities accordingly. These options include varied watersports such as paddleboarding, canoeing, boating, tennis, swimming pools, restaurants, children's play areas, spa facilities and excellent fishing.

See our holiday locations and lakes page to choose which is right for you. Bring your own paddleboards and kayaks too!

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There are two chruches in Bourton on the Water. St Lawrence C of E on the High Street (GL54 2AW) and Bourton Baptist Church at Station Road (GL54 2AA).

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The local newspaper in Cirencester is called the Wilts & Glos Standard.

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Cotswold Airport is the largest private business aviation airport in the UK South West. It's located just outside the Gloucestershire village of Kemble.

The MOD sold the airport in 2001. Whist operated by the MOD the airport was famous for being the home of the RAF Red Arrows aerobatic team.

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If you are visitng the lovely Oxfordshire town of Burford you may be wondering where you can park your car. Well, there are a couple of options:

Burford Car Park

Burford Car Park has 167 Standard spaces, 3 Disabled spaces and 2 Parent and child spaces. It is a long-stay car park (up-to 12 hours only) and it's open Seven days a week (including overnight).

The car park is called Guildenford Car Parkand is located at Guildenford, Burford, OX18 4SE

Street parking in Burford

In addition to the main Burford car park there is roadside parking up and down the main High Street, and limited parking options on the side roads off the High Street.

Is parking in Burford free?

Parking in the main Burford car park is free of charge, as is roadside parking where permitted.

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The Cotswold Water Park (now known as the Cotswold Lakes) covers an area of approximately 42 square miles.

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Yes, Cotswold Water Park has a network of cycling trails that wind through the picturesque countryside. Whether you prefer leisurely rides or more challenging routes, there are options available for all levels of cyclists.

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Open water swimming is permitted in designated areas within some of the lakes at Cotswold Water Park. However, please note that swimming is only allowed where it has been specifically approved and signposted for safety reasons.

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Yes, there are several campsites available within or near the Cotswold Lakes (previously known as the Cotswold Water Park) that offer a range of camping options from tents to motorhomes. These campsites often provide amenities such as toilets, showers, and electric hook-ups.

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Yes, dogs are allowed at most parts of Cotswold Water Park. At certain locations dogs must be kept on a lead and under control at all times. Some specific areas may have restrictions due to wildlife conservation efforts or nesting birds during certain times of the year.

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There are 180 lakes in Cotswold Water Park, providing plenty of opportunities for various water-based activities such as fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing.

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The Cotswold Water Park is located in the Cotswolds, England. It straddles the Wiltshire/Gloucestershire border, north-west of Cricklade and south of Cirencester. It is the United Kingdom's largest marl lake system, with over 180 lakes spread over 42 square miles.

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