The Cotswolds Tour

4 day Tour

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Single supplement £107
Land cost only

Dates: 2008
May
July
August

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Distance:  Walks cover
4 - 8 miles a day
Grading:  Easy and Easy/Moderate

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Step back in time to a bygone era and experience the Cotswolds, the epitome of 'Olde England'. Un-spoilt villages of honey-colored stone lie snug amongst rolling hills and valleys.  Discover the history and folklore of these ancient places whilst walking through some of England's prettiest landscapes.  Trout streams meander through lush pastures.  Narrow country lanes abound with wildflowers and finally there are expansive views to be enjoyed from the top of the Cotswold Escarpment.

ITINERARY

After pick up at Moreton-in-Marsh train station we'll arrive at our comfortable Inn that we'll call home for the next few days.  That evening we'll get together for a friendly reception buffet set in relaxed surroundings.

The next mornings our walk will take us through three of the most appealing villages in the Cotswolds.

First we approach the 'thankful' village of Upper Slaughter, named so for being one of the few villages in England where all the local men returned safely from the fighting in both World Wars, and where delightful cottages are clustered around a handsome Elizabethan manor and parsonage.

We cross the forded River Eye and continue along the Warden's Way to idyllic Lower Slaughter. There the River Eye flows along tree-lined streets at the edge of lovely old houses and a 19th century corn mill and water wheel.

We continue on to bustling Bourton-on-the-Water, where the River Windrush flows proudly through the wide main street with rows of trees on each side and under a succession of low stone footbridges, it is often called the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'.

There will be time for lunch here and to browse shops and relax.
Venturing further north, our walk will then take us along the ancient Monarch's Way, from the lovely village of Blockley, through Broad Campden and on to one of the finest Cotswold towns, Chipping Campden, in time for afternoon tea.
The following day we will explore two truly memorable villages, scattered with historic and architectural delights and set in some of the most stunning scenic surroundings, with expansive views of the Vale of Evesham from the top of the Cotswold escarpment.

Starting at Stanway with all its picturesque beauty, we shall walk up to Snowshill, a charming, little village at the top of the escarpment, where lunch will be enjoyed at the village pub, before walking on to our final destination at Broadway Tower.

In this 65 foot high tower William Morris, the famous artist and social reformer, stayed along with Pre-Raphaelites, Burne-Jones and Rossetti and there are exhibitions of their work to be enjoyed there.  

Situated at the top edge of the escarpment, it also provides incredible views to the north and west. We shall finish off the day, if time permits, in the charming town of Broadway for a late afternoon tea.

On our final day we shall stop in one last Cotswolds village, before saying our farewells at Moreton-in-Marsh train station.

Tour starts and finishes at Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire.

Price includes: Hotel and Breakfast; guided walks; transportation between walks on tour days and to and from Moreton-in-Marsh train station at the start and end of the tour.

If you wish to extend your stay in the Cotswolds, please let us know and we will be happy to organise this for you at the time of booking.

Tour Dates 2008

May

July

Aug

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