Quintessential England: The Jewel of The Cotswolds

Overview

1. Day

   1
   Arrival Day

   1. Chipping CampdenChipping Campden

   If time allows visit Hidcote Gardens or Kiftsgate Gardens (both 3 miles out of Chipping Campden)

2. Day

   2
   Chipping Campden to Stanton

   10.5 mi · 16.9 km

   1. Chipping Campden to Stanton
   2. transfer
   3. Chipping CampdenChipping Campden

   After a leisurely breakfast, you will start your walk today from the 16th century Market Hall in Chipping Campden, making your way to the first gentle climb over Dover Hill. The day will continue through rolling countryside taking in Broadway and the intriguing Broadway Tower, the highest ‘castle’ in the Cotswolds with its spectacular views. From Shenberrow Hill you will descend into the delightful 17th century village of Stanton, where your driver will return you to your accommodation.

3. Day

   3
   Stanton to Winchcombe

   7.8 mi · 12.6 km

   1. transfer
   2. Stanton to Winchcombe
   3. transfer
   4. Chipping CampdenChipping Campden

   Today, our driver will collect you from your accommodation and return you to Stanton to continue your journey along the Cotswold Way. It’s an easy start across the beautiful Stanway Estate with it’s Jacobean Manor, but the day isn’t without climbs. There will be stunning views across the Vale of Evesham and on to the Malvern Hills. You’ll pass an iron age hill fort and the ruins of 13th century Hailes Abbey. Discover the medieval paintings on the walls of Hailes church. Once again, our driver will be waiting for you in Winchcombe at the end of this fascinating day.If time allows visit Sudeley Castle

4. Day

   4
   Departure Day

   Travel day