The Cotswolds
The Cotswolds
At almost 800 M2 the breath-taking Cotswold countryside runs across the borders of 5 counties: Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Wiltshire and Worcestershire. Home to some of the most quintessential “English” villages typically found on idealistic post cards, this is a place not to be missed.
Driving through the Cotswolds you’ll not only pass-through countless villages created in a time gone by, with the iconic Cotswold Stone, but the thousands of miles of winding routes through the countryside countless footpath signs, bridalways and woodland will call out for you to explore.
From bustling market towns such as Chipping Camden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cirencester, Chipping Norton, Burford and many more to small quaint villages such as Castle Combe, Broad Campden, Upper Slaughter, Lower Slaughter and so many others, there is an endless supply of places to be explored.
Filled with a wide variety of activities from water sports to touring castles and visiting wildlife parks, the Cotswolds has numerous options to offer for the entire group.
With a great variety of routes around the Cotswolds your will have a stress free navigation around the area, with a multitude of main roads and country lanes alike as well as a large variety of overnight options both near the bustle of villages and small towns, or in the countryside with a little more seclusion.
The Cotswold Circular Route offers numerous attractions from
- ... Quintessential English villages
- ... Woodland walks
- ... Adrenalin filled activities
- ... Historical sites and information
The Cotswolds has more than something for everyone; whether you want to browse the independent shops along the village high streets, eat scones in a quaint teashop, walk through the picturesque countryside or visit a variety of attractions or historic sites.
As long as you’re ready to brave the British weather there are numerous attractions throughout the whole of the Cotswold countryside for all ages to enjoy; both indoors and out.
In the summer hiking, water sports and outdoor attractions provide plenty to fit into your weekend or week away; whereas the winter months open the perfect opportunity to explore museums, cosy up in tea rooms and seek refuge on village High Streets.
Whether basking in sunshine or blanketed in snowfall the Cotswolds remain home to some of the most quintessential British beauty spots and villages.
Cotswold Circular Route
CAMPSITES ALONG THE WAY
With so much to explore along your Cotswold route, you’ll need to rest at the end of each day in at comfortable campsite for your van. Below are a some great places to stop along the way;
Cotswold Camping, Charlbury
The perfect campsite for the first part of your route; located close to both Combe Mill and North Leigh Roman Villa.
Cotswold Camping, Charlbury is a family run business that houses a variety of facilities to make your stay as home from home as possible. Located with access to good footpaths and bridleway walks you can reach the beauty of Cotswolds on foot straight from your door; with woodland on site this campsite means you’re really in nature here.
Full facilities list can be found here but include electric hook ups and waste/chemical water disposal points.
Burton Hill Caravan and Camping Park
Ideally located for the next stretch of your route, 20 minutes from Cotswold Water Park and less than an hour from Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens.
Burton Hill is located riverside with views spanning across the Wiltshire countryside; a footpath gives campers easy access to walking into Malmesbury for shops, restaurants cafes and other facilities.
The campsite itself is hots to a variety of wide amenities from multiple electric hook-up points, disabled access, and family facilities. Full information available here.
Piccadilly Caravan Park
Minutes from Lacock Village, this campsite is perfectly located after a day exploring Castle Combe and then Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village. 30 minutes away from the next stop in your journey, Bath.
Set in beautifully maintained grounds that the owner has lovingly landscaped and kept over the past 30 years, Piccadilly Caravan Park is not only a great environment to relax in, but for children to enjoy the play area and for dogs to happily walk around (on the lead).
Facilities include electric hook ups, heated toilet/shower blocks, Laundry room and dish-washing room, chemical disposal point, play area and games field as well as a dog walking area. Full information here.
Bath Waterside & Marina and Caravan Park
A day exploring Bath calls for a campsite close by, especially with the recently introduced Clean Air Zone around the city centre. Located just outside the zone, but only 2 miles from the city centre Bath Waterside & Marina and Caravan Park is perfectly located.
Nestled in beautifully landscaped lawns and woodlands Bath Waterside & Marina and Caravan Park brings the countryside to the edge of the city; located on a stretch of the River Avon there are plenty of areas to walk and enjoy onsite.
Home to various facilities including electric hook ups, nearby amenities, water point, rubbish disposal and many more. Full list available here.
Regency Court Park
At just 15 minutes down the road from Great Witcombe Roman Villa, Regency Court Park is perfectly located between both Gloucester and Cheltenham, both offering shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.
The owners of this site have worked to restore Regency Court Park to its full potential, located just a few miles from Montpellier Gardens, this park gives you the opportunity to make an extra stop on your route.
Offering numerous facilities Regency Court Park offers electric hook up, hard standing pitches, hot showers, chemical disposal and much more. Full list available here.
Cotswold Farm Park
Found in the middle of both Broadway Tower and Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswold Farm Park is located 10 minutes from not only these locations but the main A road as well.
An incredible site offering free Farm Park entry for those camping overnight; Cotswold Farm Park is set in the middle of the countryside, surrounded by country lanes, fields of lambs and home to a beautiful view of the sunset. The perfect location for families and those that enjoy wildlife.
Different facilities are available depending on the pitch selected; Premium Pitches provide electricity, water and grey water wastage, half hard standing, half grass pitches and parking for 1 car. Full information on the facilities available here.
Selected Camping Sites
Motorhome and Campervan Route
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