The Cotswolds are an ever popular holiday destination in south westEngland. Scenic countryside, scattered with pretty villages of pale goldCotswold stone and charming country cottages paint an idyllic picture of rurallife in the south west of England.
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Walkers will find a wealth of paths and trails to select from short walks andrambles to long distance walks of around 100 miles like the Cotswold Way, thatbegins and ends in Chipping Campden and Bath. The gently rolling Cotswoldhills reveal secluded hamlets and villages. Discover the source of the Thamesjust south west of Cirencester, or investigate old Gloucestershire canals andtowpaths.
If you're into fishing, you will find a wide choice of fishing lakes stockedwith trout in the Cotswold Water Park,or you may enjoy visiting antique shops and browsing through treasures andbeautiful objects from the past. Tetbury has over 30 antique shops for youto wander through, plus there are quite a few in surrounding towns.
Pubs and cafes are plentiful for refreshment on the move. There aremany country cottages, holiday cottages and houses to rent for self-cateringholidays and short breaks in the Cotswolds. Please take a look at our listof holiday cottages in theCotswolds below, or use the Feature Pages to find exactly what you'relooking for from your self-catering holiday.