Top Ten Hikes in the Cotswolds

Nestled in the heart of England, the Cotswolds is a region made up of rolling hills and honey-hued villages. Celebrated for its postcard-perfect cottages, ancient landscapes, and rich cultural heritage, the Cotswolds perfectly embodies the quintessential English countryside. From wildflower meadows and scenic country lanes to historic market towns like Chipping Campden and Stow-on-the-Wold, exploring this popular part of the UK is like stepping into a living painting. It’s also a paradise for hiking enthusiasts, with a vast network of well-maintained trails that guide adventurers through scenic countryside, past ancient woodlands, and alongside bubbling streams.

Here are our top 10 Cotswold outdoor adventures (pub stops included).

1. Bourton-on-the-Water and The Porch House, Stow-on-the-Wold
2. Bath to Claverton Down and the Bathwick Boatman, Bathwick
3. Castle Combe to Nettleton Mill and The Castle Inn, Castle Combe
4. Coln Saint Aldwyns to Bibury and The Swan Hotel, Bibury
5. Bourton to the Slaughters and The Mousetrap Inn, Bourton-on-the-Water
6. Broadway Tower Circular and The Swan Broadway, Broadway
7. Painswick Beacon and The Woolpack Inn, Stroud
8. Moreton-in-Marsh to Longborough and The Black Bear Inn, Moreton-in-Marsh
9. Cotswold Way: Chipping Campden to Broadway and Eight Bells Inn, Chipping Campden
10. Fairford River and The Bull Hotel, Fairford

Fancy exploring the Cotswolds with likeminded people? Take a look at our Guide for some suggestions and secure your spot on one of our retreats in the region.