Cotswolds National Landscape

Limestone villages, rolling hills, and timeless countryside routes

Golden limestone villages, open farmland, dry-stone walls, and broad escarpments create a landscape that has become one of England's most recognisable countryside destinations. Stretching across Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, and parts of Somerset, the Cotswolds National Landscape offers a rich network of routes through historic settlements, river valleys, and rolling hills.

Long-distance trails such as the Cotswold Way, Thames Path, and Diamond Way pass through the landscape, linking places including Chipping Campden, Broadway, Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Painswick, and Bath. Footpaths, bridleways, and quiet country lanes reveal changing views across farmland, woodlands, and limestone ridges, creating journeys that feel closely connected to the history and character of the region.

Whether following a national trail, exploring village-to-village walks, or spending time in the quieter corners of the countryside, the Cotswolds rewards a slower pace and an appreciation for place. Historic routes, distinctive architecture, and varied landscapes shape every journey, making it one of England's most celebrated destinations for self-guided travel.