Country Escapes

Country views from Uley Bury, one of the best Cotswold walks near Bath and Bristol

7 best Cotswold walks near Bath & Bristol

Featuring delightful rolling hills, captivating valleys and picturesque villages, the Cotswolds are a delight to explore on foot. Boasting countless footpaths and enchanting country scenery, the Cotswolds offer the most charming walks near Bath and Bristol.

Beautiful Cotswold cottages in the village of Stanton - Travelling around the Cotswolds without a car

How to travel around the Cotswolds without a car

If you wish to explore the Cotswolds without a car, you’ll only be able to visit a limited number of villages at any given time. Find how to travel to and around the Cotswolds without a car, and detailed public transport itineraries by Cotswold village.

A charming country lane with views of the rolling Somerset hills near Bath and Bristol

4 beautiful places to go for a walk near Bath & Bristol

From mountain peaks to coastlines and picturesque villages, the regions near Bath and Bristol offer different landscapes, but equally striking scenery. If you’re looking for a lovely country walk, find 4 beautiful places to go for a walk near Bath and Bristol.

Rolling hill with stone wall and sheep grazing on the Crook Peak walk in the Mendip Hills near Bristol

Near Bristol: Top 7 walks to explore (with pubs)

Escape the hustle and bustle of Bristol city and explore country walks, coastal walks and mountain walks. From the Cotswolds to the Mendip Hills, the Brecon Beacons and beyond, find the top 7 walks near Bristol.

Picturesque cottages painted yellow in the Cotswold village of Badminton near Bath and Bristol

Top 6 Cotswold villages to visit near Bath & Bristol

Located north of Bath and Bristol, the South Cotswolds feature a plethora of picturesque villages and charming cottages, and offer the ideal escape to British quintessence. Perfect for a day trip or weekend away, check out these South Cotswold villages.

Views of valleys and hills of Brecon Beacons, with a herd of sheep during the Sugar Loaf hike

Top 7 epic day trips from Bristol

Bristol offers stunning day trips to iconic cities and the beautiful British countryside. From Bath to the Cotswolds, Cheddar Gorge and the Brecon Beacons, day trips starting from Bristol offer an escape for everyone.

Walking across a valley along the Wysis Way near Stroud in the Cotswolds

Top 7 Cotswold walks near Stroud (with pubs)

For a Sunday stroll, pub walk or escape to the Cotswold hills, find the best Cotswold walks near Stroud. From charming woodland walks to serene canal walks and arresting walks along the Cotswold Way, explore the striking scenery of the Cotswolds.

Quaint cottages of Castle Combe in the Cotswolds

Best day trips from Bath: 9 amazing places to visit

From the picturesque villages of the Cotswolds to the eclectic city of Bristol and the majestic Cheddar Gorge, day trips starting from Bath offer a delightful escape to spectacular scenery and British quaintness. Find 9 amazing day trips from Bath!

Quaint row of cottages in Bisley

Cotswold villages to visit: Painswick, Bisley & Slad

Located in the enchanting Cotswolds region near Stroud, the picturesque villages of Painswick, Bisley and Slad are key Cotswold villages to visit. These villages combine Cotswold charm with quaint streets, chocolate-box cottages and arresting scenery.

Tintern Abbey nested in the Wye Valley, viewed from the Devil's Pulprit

Explore the Welsh Wye Valley: 5 places to visit

The Wye Valley in South Wales offers a peaceful escape to rolling hills, lush forests and striking scenery. From Chepstow to Tintern Abbey and Monmouth, explore the Welsh Wye Valley to the fullest!