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Upper Slaughter

Nestled in the enchanting Cotswolds, Upper Slaughter is a postcard-perfect village—think honey-hued cottages and babbling brooks! Stroll through this charming spot, where you'll find the idyllic River Eye and the delightful 18th-century bridge. Don't forget to snap some pics for the 'gram! A quintessential English escape, perfect for a leisurely afternoon jaunt or a cozy retreat!

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Outdoor4.7/5

Bourton House Garden

Nestled in Bourton-on-the-Hill, Bourton House Garden is renowned for its breathtaking design, showcasing stunning seasonal blooms, intricate topiary, and serene water features, making it a captivating escape for garden enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Outdoor4.6/5

National Trust - Chastleton House

Explore Chastleton House, a stunning Jacobean manor near Moreton-in-Marsh, where time stands still with its remarkable architecture and enchanting gardens, reflecting over 400 years of history and heritage.

Stay$$$$4.5/5

The Old Stocks Inn

Nestled in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold, The Old Stocks Inn is a recently refurbished 17th-century coaching inn that overlooks the green where the original penal stocks still stand. The family-run Old Stocks Inn has en suite bedrooms, a bar, and a terraced patio garden for al fresco dining in good weather. There are 2 restaurants, both with friendly staff. Stow on the Wold is 2 miles (3.2 km) from The Slaughters and 4 miles (6.4 km) from Bourton on the Water.

Drink$$3.95/5

The Plough Inn

Situated in Bourton on the Water and with Cotswold Water Park reachable within 30 km, The Plough Inn features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. The property is located 34 km from Kingsholm Stadium, 42 km from Walton Hall and 44 km from Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Rooms are equipped with a TV with satellite channels. The rooms in the inn are fitted with a coffee machine. At The Plough Inn rooms have bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. You can play darts at this 4-star inn, and the area is popular for cycling. Lydiard Park is 46 km from The Plough Inn, while Blenheim Palace is 49 km from the property. Birmingham Airport is 80 km away.

Stays

Stay4.75/5

Lords Of The Manor Hotel

Formerly a 17th-century rectory, Lords of the Manor is set in 8 acres of secluded gardens and parkland. With 4 AA Red Stars, it is one of the top 200 hotels in the country, and offers delicious award-winning food. Each bedroom is individually designed, with elegant furnishings. Some rooms have views of the parkland and pond, or the walled gardens and Upper Slaughter Hill. Lords of the Manor has been awarded four AA Rosettes for its fine food and offers a choice of two dining styles. Atrium at Lords of the Manor is a fine dining restaurant. Here Head Chef, Charles Smith, showcases his culinary skills with a signature tasting menu, priced at £130 per person. Open Wednesday to Sunday with one sitting at 6.45pm. The second restaurant, The Dining Room, is for guests wishing to a choose from à la carte menu but in a less formal dining environment. The Dining Room is available every day from 6pm to 9pm. With a peaceful Cotswold location, the hotel is surrounded by pretty villages. Longborough, with its opera house, is a 15-minute drive away, while Oxford can be reached in an hour by car.

Stay$$$4.45/5

The Lamb Inn

A beautiful inn in the heart of the Cotswolds, The Lamb Inn offers a country-style restaurant and bar alongside its luxurious room and suites. Just outside picturesque Bourton-on-the-Water, there is free parking and Wi-Fi at this Gloucestershire hotel. The Lamb Inn offers a range of spacious suites with king-size beds, and smaller double rooms. Many have exposed Cotswold stone walls, and all have en suite facilities, a TV and tea and coffee facilities. The rustic Lamb Inn restaurant serves the finest produce of the Cotswolds, in a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. High-quality house wines and a range of real ales are hallmarks of the cosy bar. Great Rissington is within easy reach of Stow-on-the-Wold and Chipping Norton, and the attractive cities of Oxford and Cheltenham are 30-40 minutes’ drive away. Animal lovers can enjoy a visit to Birdland, just 3 miles away, or the Cotswold Wildlife Park in Burford, less than 10 miles from The Lamb Inn.

Stay4.2/5

The Slaughters Country Inn

Are you ready for an enchanting escape in the heart of the English countryside? Say hello to The Slaughters Country Inn, the perfect retreat in Lower Slaughter. With its picturesque location and charming accommodations, this inn offers a delightful mix of rustic charm and modern comforts. Get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Cotswolds and indulge in delicious cuisine at their award-winning restaurant. It's time to unwind, relax, and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Things To Do
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5/5

8 h

The Cotswold Tour

Johnnie your local driver and tour guide, has lived and worked in The Cotswolds for three decades. As we navigate the picturesque countryside, Johnnie, with his passion for the Cotswolds and love of local history will provide an informative and interesting commentary. Visitors will be left with cherished memories of this timeless English countryside. Our tours showcase the beauty of the area while minimising time spent in the car and with this in mind, we have carefully chosen the routes and destinations. We aim to show you as much as possible whilst ensuring you have a relaxed and enjoyable experience and time to savour the Cotswolds. There will be plenty of photo opportunities, breaks for a bite to eat, a cream tea, or a pint in a cosy pub, as well as a chance to explore local shops. This is a private tour and will include only you and your driver. You will not share the car with anyone else.

$673.41

5/5

6 h 30 mins

Private tour of the stunning Cotswolds with an expert local guide

Come and experience this magnificent full-day, driving and walking tour of the famous Cotswolds with a friendly local guide, in-vehicle refreshments and plenty of incredible photo opportunities along the way. The Cotswolds is an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ (AONB) known for its stunning countryside, grand manor houses, lively market towns and quaint villages with honey-coloured stone cottages. By booking this tour, you will escape the hassles and time-constraints of accompanying a larger group, gain local insights and be able to fully immerse yourself in the experience. During this tour, you will: Be driven in a luxury vehicle with refreshments. Visit quintessential English countryside locations. Learn about the history of the places we visit. Have some free time to explore, or relax. Stop for photographs in various places along the way. Eat and drink in a Cotswold pub or restaurant (Optional- not included in tour price). Please note: we cannot pick up clients from London.

$333.34

5/5

Private Cotswolds Day Tour: Small-Group Luxury in a Mercedes

✤ Exceptional value: After two guests, just £50 per extra person and £35 per child (under 12). ✤ Just your group in a Mercedes-Benz; no shared coaches, no strangers. ✤ Fully licensed driver and vehicle, with full passenger insurance. ✤ We take the back lanes: less traffic, better views, the real Cotswolds. ✤ Flexible day built around what you want to see. ✤ Optional stops at farm shops, delis, and village bakeries. ✤ Free pickup in the Cotswolds.

$253.87

5/5

10 h

Cotswolds Hidden Gems Private Luxury Local Guide Tour from London

Relax as your dedicated driver/guide transports you in comfort and style from the hustle and bustle of London to the glorious Cotswold Hills. In this magical landscape you will discover quintessential English villages, historic churches, quaint thatched cottages, and fascinating hidden gems that make the Cotswolds a place like no other. Your personal guide will show you some of the very best this beautiful region has to offer and entertain you with fascinating facts and intriguing tales of the Cotswolds. • Experience the best of the Cotswolds – from famous villages to amazing, off-the-beaten-track hidden gems. • Option to visit Clarkson's Farm locations. • Explore in comfort in our spacious and luxurious vehicles. • Journey through glorious Cotswold landscapes stopping for amazing photo opportunities along the way.

$1,326.61

5/5

Private Cotswold Village Day Trip from Bath

Enjoy a scenic day trip around England's famous Cotswolds! Your private car will pick you up and take you to some of the most renowned villages and Hamlets such as Castle Combe, Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water. We offer a relaxed, comfortable Tour through the rolling Cotswold towns and villages. Our driver will be on hand to answer questions and give you pointers or advice on what to see at each location. However, unlike other tours, we let our guests explore each location at their own leisure! Our driver will remain close by and be completely flexible on timing between locations. You may want to leave an area sooner or fall in Love with somewhere and want to stay a little longer. We are focused on letting our guests choose when and where they would like to visit!

$740.75

5/5

8 h

Cotswolds Private Day Tour from Southampton

The beauty of a Cotswolds private driving tour is the freedom and flexibility that it gives you on the day. This tour has a set itinerary where we have a recommended route. Here we have combined idyllic villages with the more famous Cotswold towns. This gives you a wonderful overview and experience of what the Cotswolds is all about. As it is a private tour we are totally flexible as to how long you would like in each place. We are also very flexible and are more than happy to modify the itinerary on the day if you would like.

$806.74

5/5

8 h 30 mins

Private Cotswolds tour from Bath

The beauty of your private Cotswolds Tour from Bath is the freedom and flexibility that it gives you on the day. This tour has a set itinerary where we have a recommended route. Here we have combined idyllic villages with the more famous Cotswold towns. This gives you a wonderful overview and experience of what the Cotswolds is all about. As it is a private tour we are totally flexible as to how long you would like in each place. We are also very flexible and are more than happy to modify the itinerary on the day if you would like.

$874.08

5/5

Secret Cotswolds: Private Tour of Picture-Perfect Villages

Escape the busy tourist routes and discover the charm of the Cotswolds with a private, tailor-made tour led by a professional local guide. Travelling in the comfort of a private car, you’ll explore postcard-perfect villages, hidden gems, and scenic spots that large tour groups can’t reach. Create your own itinerary or follow my recommendations, blending famous sights with lesser-known treasures. Enjoy plenty of time to wander honey-stone streets, browse independent shops, or capture stunning landscapes through your lens. As a local photographer, I’ll guide you to the best photo stops. With a flexible schedule and relaxed pace, you'll experience the Cotswolds through the eyes of someone who lives here. Each tour is crafted around your interests—be it history, scenery, local flavours, or a bit of everything. * Hotel pick-up and drop-off is available if you're staying in the Cotswolds. Please ask, I'll do my best.

$363.64

5/5

10 h

Simply the Best of the Cotswolds with Driver Guide

Enjoy a 10-hour private executive car tour of The Cotswolds in a luxurious Mercedes, comfortably seating up to 7 people, with a knowledgeable driver-guide. This popular tour lets you explore one of England's most beautiful regions, known for its honey-coloured villages, thatched cottages, and rolling green hills. Your guide will offer fascinating commentary and lead walking tours in each town, including Bibury, described by William Morris as 'the most beautiful village in England,' Bourton-on-the-Water, with its picturesque stone bridges, and Stow-on-the-Wold, home to Tolkien’s door. You'll also visit Burford and other charming towns, plus enjoy a pub lunch or afternoon tea (optional).

$1,693.08

5/5

8 h

Cotswolds Private Tour from Southampton

Travel in a comfortable vehicle with a friendly, helpful and knowledgeable driver. We provide a very personal service and are based near Southampton with a very wide local knowledge and offer a very flexible service, if you have any ideas or places you want to visit during this tour, let us know and we will do what we can to accommodate. With 14 years experience we can offer the best in service, with a relaxed and reliable service. Our main vehicle is a Mercedes E350 but larger vehicles may be available on request. We always supply air conditioned vehicles with bottled water for your comfort and generally supply WiFi where available. We also pride ourselves on our flexibility so if you wish to change your booking please ask and we will do whatever we can to adjust to your requirements.

$976.44

5/5

10 h

Private Full Day Cotswolds Tour from London Historic Towns

Explore the enchanting Cotswolds on a full-day tour from London, featuring historic towns, picturesque villages, and stunning landscapes. Visit the medieval market town of Burford, stroll through the beautiful village of Bibury, and soak in panoramic views from Cleeve Hill. Discover the charming Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, and explore the historic wool town of Stow-on-the-Wold. Finally, delve into the literary history of Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare, before returning to London after a day of exploration. - Full-day private tour from London to the scenic Cotswolds - Enjoy a personalized experience with a private driver-guide and vehicle - Relax with hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off from London Your tours can be conducted in multiple languages, ensuring every guest enjoys a truly personalized experience!

$457.92

5/5

10 h

The Cotswolds Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick up

The Cotswolds Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick-Up Experience the beauty of the English countryside on our Cotswolds Private Black Cab Tour, complete with hotel pick-up and drop-off in Central London. Travel style in our iconic black cab, which accommodates up to 6 passengers and is fully wheelchair accessible. Your journey will take you through the charming villages, rolling hills that make the Cotswolds one of England’s most picturesque regions. Explore quaint market towns, honey-colored stone cottages, and scenic landscapes as your knowledgeable driver-guide shares insights along the way. Whether you want to wander through Bibury’s famous Arlington Row, discover the medieval streets of Burford, or enjoy a pub lunch in Stow-on-the-Wold, we tailor the tour to your interests for a truly personal experience. Sit back, relax, and let us handle the details while you soak in the beauty of the English countryside on this unforgettable day trip. Book your private tour today!

$1,344.12

5/5

10 h

Private Tour in Cotswolds with Chauffeur and Guide

Enjoy a 10-hour private executive car tour of The Cotswolds in a luxurious Mercedes, comfortably seating up to 6 people, with a knowledgeable guide and Chauffeur. This popular tour lets you explore one of England's most beautiful regions, known for its honey-coloured villages, thatched cottages, and rolling green hills. Your guide will offer fascinating commentary and lead walking tours in each town, including Bibury, described by William Morris as 'the most beautiful village in England,' Bourton-on-the-Water, with its picturesque stone bridges, and Stow-on-the-Wold, home to Tolkien’s door. You'll also visit Burford and other charming towns, plus enjoy a pub lunch or afternoon tea (optional).

$2,902.38

5/5

Cotswolds Tour from London Bibury, Burford, Snowshill & Pub Lunch

Escape to the English countryside on this full day tour through the Cotswolds. Discover honey stone villages, hidden gems, and timeless landscapes as you explore some of the region’s most picturesque and historic locations. Snowshill: A Hidden Cotswold Gem Begin your journey in Snowshill, a peaceful hilltop village known for it's traditional cottages, scenic views, and old world charm. Bibury & Arlington Row: England’s Most Photographed Street Next, visit Bibury, often called “the most beautiful village in England.” Stroll along Arlington Row, a row of 17th century weavers’ cottages Burford: Lunch in a Historic Market Town Enjoy a relaxed lunch in Burford, known as the “Gateway to the Cotswolds.” Dine at an English pub and explore the medieval high street. Minster Lovell: Ruins, Riverbanks & Romance Conclude your day in Minster Lovell, a tranquil village nestled along the River Windrush. Wander through the atmospheric ruins of Minster Lovell Hall, a 15th-century manor house

$335.36

5/5

Full Day Private History Tour of the Cotswolds in a Rolls Royce

Chauffeur-driven in a Rolls Royce, you will be entertained and educated by a former History Master, on a bespoke history tour, customised to your interests.

$1,077.45

5/5

10 h

The Cotswolds Private Day Tour From London

Explore the enchanting world of The Cotswolds on this private full-day tour that takes you to the most beautiful countryside just 2 hours drive from London. Enjoy a comfortable tour in an air-conditioned London Black Taxi, with personal touches from your expert qualified guide. - Visit true English villages, towns & hidden hamlets, nestled in the lush green rolling hills & valleys. - Stop & admire the churches, art galleries, shops, boutiques, tea rooms & pubs. - Learn the history & see the beautiful architecture of ‘England's Green and Pleasant Land’. - Private tour for up to 6 people, ensuring a personalised experience. - Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with USB charging points. - Duration of up to 11 hours including multiple pick-up options in Central London, Heathrow Airport or Southampton Docks.

$1,447.82

5/5

12 h

Private Tour from London Blenheim Oxford Cotswold with passes

An all-inclusive day out never to be forgotten. From the moment we greet you at your hotel to the moment you are dropped off back to your hotel, we promise you to have an unforgettable day. Blenheim Palace Discover the Palace's rich history in a variety of ways. Take a free guided tours of the State Rooms and hear about each room's history and its exquisite collection. Visit the Churchill Exhibition to learn about the life of the 'Greatest Briton' and visit the 'Untold Story' experience to hear tales from the Palace's past. Or take a self-guided tour with the aid of Multimedia audio guide Oxford City. See Behind Closed Doors This tour gives you the unique opportunity to walk inside Oxford University, with someone who has actually experienced the world famous educational institutions. You will visit the Most Famous Sites. Oxford University. The Bodleian Library, Radlciffe Camera. Cotswold Villages, you will be visitng three viallages in cotswold. Burton on the water. Bibury and Burford.

$707.08

5/5

10 h

Full Day Tour in the Cotswolds with Transportation Included.

We at Albion Touring have been curating and running tours throughout Britain and the World for over 30 years. Our essential Cotswolds tour brings together 7 together of the area's most iconic places, from the "Capital of The Cotswolds" - a must see on market day, to hidden villages and coaching towns. Our essential Cotswolds tour is a whole day experience featuring some of England's most charming itineraries, where folklore abounds and the wealth from the wool trade is all around us. We'll visit places tucked way otherwise closed to the larger tour groups. Want to see the "hobbit" door in medieval church? How about having a pint of English ale in England's oldest tavern? One of the must sees is a quaint thatched village right on the edge of the Cotswolds by the ruins of a medieval manor house. The panoramic rooves on our vehicles means that we get to see much more of the countryside.

$1,346.81

5/5

72 h

Cotswolds Road Trip Guidebook: Bourton, Bibury & Blenheim Palace

This road trip is designed as a structured but flexible journey, combining a clear north–south spine with optional loops you can add depending on your time and interests. Unlike fixed itineraries, this approach lets you build your own trip — from a one-day highlights drive to a multi-day experience. Each loop adds a different dimension, from classic villages and gardens to riverside towns, grand estates like Blenheim Palace, and quieter landscapes. With short distances and clearly defined routes, it removes the guesswork while keeping full freedom, allowing you to explore at your own pace and turn simple drive times into a richer, more personal experience.

$17.50

5/5

72 h

Stonehenge, Bath, Cotswolds, Stratford, Oxford: Luxury 3 Day Tour

Embark on an unforgettable three-day, private guided adventure. We will transport you into the heart of quintessential England to enjoy picturesque villages, breath-taking views, and historic landmarks. Day 1: Stonehenge & Bath Visit these two World Heritage Sites in one day and immerse yourselves in England's ancient past. Day 2: The Cotswolds This overnight adventure allows you to experience the Cotswolds at a relaxed pace, making room for extra stops and hidden gems along the way. Day 3: Stratford & Oxford Start the day with an expert guided tour of Stratford then visit Shakespeare's Birthplace and look back at the life and times of England's greatest playwright. End your 3 day experience in the historic city of Oxford to explore it's ancient landmarks and visit one of it's iconic colleges.