Cotswold Way Essential Info

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The Cotswold Way is a National Trail and is fully way marked and easy to follow. A comprehensive guidebook and map are also supplied.

Grade

The way is on well maintained footpaths, bridleways, across fields and on some minor roads. It does involve some steep ascent and descent from the escarpment but in general the walking is fairly easy.

Accommodation

One of the highlights of this tour is the high standard of the accommodation. You will stay in carefully selected 3 or 4 star B&B’s, guesthouses, country pubs and small hotels. Your room will always have an ensuite or private bathroom. A delicious breakfast is always included.

Single Rooms

If you require single rooms within your party we will always try and accommodate you subject to availability. A single supplement is payable.

Solo Walkers

This walking holiday is available to solo walkers but as we incur additional baggage transfer costs their is a solo walker supplement payable.

Meals

A hearty breakfast is included each morning. Lunch and dinner are not included. Most of your accommodation will be more than happy to provide a packed lunch on request. Dinner is available either at your accommodation or at nearby pubs or restaurants.

Baggage Transfer

Daily door to door baggage transfer is included in the cost of your holiday. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 20kg per person.

Equipment

Your information pack has a detailed equipment list which includes standard walking gear such as good walking boots or shoes, warm and waterproof clothes and a day pack.

Dogs

Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate walkers with dogs as many of the accommodation providers do not accept pets.

Recommended Reading

We supply a detailed guidebook and map but you may find room for a few titles in your pack. I suggest you visit The Cotswold Bookshop for a wealth of inspiration and books relating to the Cotswolds.

Useful Websites

Cotswold Way National Trail Website

Amusing Diary of The Cotswold Way

Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural

Tourist Guide to The Cotswolds

 

 

 

B&B

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Cornerways - Chipping Campden

Cornerways is a family run bed and breakfast excellently situated just 2 minutes walk away from the centre of Chipping Campden's famous High Street.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Shenberrow Hill - Stanton

Shenberrow is an attractive country house which offers luxury accommodation in the lovely little village of Stanton.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inn

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White Hart Inn - Winchcombe

The White Hart Inn is a 16th Century coaching inn offering comfortable accommodation in the heart of Winchcombe. Delicious evening meals are available at the 'Wine and Sausage' restaurant at the Inn.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boutique Hotel

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Malvern View - Cleeve Hill

This luxurious boutique hotel and restaurant is a pleasure to stay at with a warm welcome and outstanding service guaranteed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Needlehole Forge - Leckhampton Hill

You are assured a warm welcome from Ann and Brian at Needlehole Forge which is located a stone's throw from the Cotswold Way. They pride themselves on creating a warm, relaxing and welcoming environment at this delightful country retreat.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Tibbiwell Lodge - Painswick

Tibbiwell Lodge offers comfortable accommodation with fantastic views and a superb location in the centre of Painswick.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Valley Views - Kings Stanley

Having recently received a Silver Enjoy England award our four star guest accommodation Valley Views has recently been renovated and refurbished to a high quality. You can be assured of a warm welcome from hostess Pam White.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Carlton House - Wotton-under-Edge

Built in the mid 17th century and Carlton House enjoys a prominent position in Wotton's main street and offers an ideal overnight stop to Cotswold Way walkers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Country Hotel

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Sodbury House Hotel - Old Sodbury

Situated in its own spacious grounds of lawns and fruit trees, this former farmstead dates from the 1700's, its rustic charm complemented by modern restoration.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hotel

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The Compass Inn - Tormarton

The Compass Inn hotel is a family run hotel under the Best Western chain. It offers modern accommodation in an 18th Century coaching inn and has a wonderful setting in 6 acres of beautifully kept grounds and gardens.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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Laburnum Cottage - Cold Ashton

This lovely B&B provides a warm welcome to walkers and is a short stroll from the local pub which provides evening meals.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B&B

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The Belmont - Bath

The Belmont offers modern and comfortable rooms in a city centre Georgian town house designed by John Wood in 1756. It is ideally located only a short walk away from all the shops and attractions of Bath.