• Woodstock - Our tour begins with a visit to the gravesite of Britain’s beloved Sir Winston Churchill. Unlike other national heroes interred in London’s grand cathedrals, Sir Winston rests in The Parish Church of Saint Martin Bladon, near his birthplace. Here, you can pay your respects to the great wartime leader, and your guide will explain why Sir Winston is such a significant (and sometimes controversial) figure. If The Parish Church of Saint Martin Bladon is open to the public on the day of your visit, you’ll also have the opportunity to see the Churchill memorial window inside the Church.

• Chipping Norton - Chipping Norton, the highest town in Oxfordshire, derives its name from the old English word for market. A market town since the 13th century and a major wool trading hub since the 15th century, this vibrant Cotswolds town is also home to the renowned Bliss Mill. This unique former tweed mill is famous for resembling a cross between a mansion and a folly rather than a factory. While in Chipping Norton, you can explore the charming shops and visit the impressive wool church of St Mary. At St Mary’s Church, your guide will explain the emergence of these grand wool churches and the importance of wool to the local and national economy during the 15th century.

• Moreton-in-Marsh - Moreton-in-Marsh is one of the primary market towns in the northern Cotswolds. Situated on the Fosse Way, the ancient Roman road connecting Exeter to Lincoln, this picturesque market town still hosts a local market every Tuesday. Established in 1227, this weekly market is now one of the oldest in the United Kingdom.

Like all Cotswolds villages, the local pubs are central to the community and the town’s history. In Moreton-in-Marsh, you’ll learn how Charles I took refuge in one of the town’s pubs during the English Civil War, and how author J.R.R. Tolkien is believed to have drawn inspiration from The Bell Inn for his famous work, The Lord of the Rings.

• Blockley - Blockley is a charming and largely unspoiled village situated between Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Campden. This beautiful village was once a leading silk production center, utilizing the local stream to power the silk mills. Today, the village frequently appears in the TV series Father Brown, where the Norman church of St Peter and St Paul stands in as the fictional St Mary’s Church, and the local vicarage doubles as Father Brown’s residence. While visiting Blockley, you’ll have time to explore the village and its stunning surroundings, and take photographs of the quaint houses, cottages, and shops.
• Chipping Campden - Chipping Campden, like Stow-In-The-Wold, Bourton-On-The-Water, and Burford (all places you will visit on this tour), is often listed as one of the best places to see in the Cotswolds by bloggers and journalists. Rich in history and adorned with beautiful buildings, Chipping Campden’s high street was once described by historian G.M. Trevelyan as “the most beautiful village street now left in the island.” Today, this high street remains largely unchanged, with a continuous stretch of buildings dating back to the 14th century lining the wide, gently curving road.

With over 250 listed properties, including one dating back to 1380, this charming town is the perfect place to capture photos that will make your friends envious of your trip.

• Upper Slaughter - As we drive through the countryside to our next destination, we will pass through the twin villages of Upper and Lower Slaughter. If you’d like to make a brief stop here, please inform your guide, who will be happy to accommodate your request.

• Lower Slaughter - As we drive through the countryside to our next destination, we will pass through the twin villages of Upper and Lower Slaughter. If you’d like to make a brief stop here, please inform your guide, who will be happy to accommodate your request.

• Bourton-on-the-Water - Bourton-On-The-Water is sometimes referred to as the Venice of the Cotswolds. Like the vibrant Venetian city, Bourton-On-The-Water is an excellent place to take photographs that will make your friends envious of your trip. The gently flowing River Windrush is crossed by several small, beautiful bridges throughout the town, providing perfect photo opportunities. The town also boasts a variety of shops, ranging from jewelry to perfume and pottery, offering you the chance to pick up some perfect gifts to take home.
  If you wish to spend a bit more time in Bourton-On-The-Water, you can visit the local model village, a perfect 1/9 scale replica of Bourton-On-The-Water created in the 1930s, or Greystones Nature Reserve, home to a wide variety of local wildlife and the site of a Neolithic and Iron Age encampment (now a scheduled ancient monument) that gives Bourton-On-The-Water its name.

• Burford - Our final stop on this tour is the picturesque village of Burford. Regularly voted as one of the top places to visit in the Cotswolds (alongside Stow-In-The-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Chipping Campden), Burford features charming pubs, delightful shops, including a traditional sweet store, and traditional grocery and clothing stores. Arranged along a breathtaking central road, Burford was a favorite retreat for Charles II and his mistress Nell Gwyn, and it is home to Britain’s oldest pharmacy, which opened in 1734.

• Transport and guiding fees included

• Gratuities
• Tea and coffee
• Lunch
• Snacks

There’s nothing quite like a visit to the countryside. Its stunning landscapes, from sun-kissed fields in spring to vibrant, rainbow-hued gardens in summer, and the dazzling array of dark crimsons, yellows, & silvers in autumn & winter, are simply breath-taking. Coupled with the charming, historic towns & villages, built from rich, creamy sandstone and frequently listed among the top tourist destinations in the Cotswolds & the UK, the rustic wildlife, including ducks, geese, bees & occasional snakes, and delectable local cuisine, it is an ideal retreat from the bustling city.

This tour, which frequents several villages annually acclaimed as top locations in the Cotswolds, gives you a chance to experience some of Britain’s most beautiful locales. Guided by an enthusiast with a deep love for history, a penchant for gastronomy (and knowledge of the finest dining spots), and a discerning eye for photogenic points, it will ensure you have a memorable, near-perfect day that will leave your friends back home green with envy.

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