As well as appreciating the scenic rolling countryside and idyllic villages in the stunning Cotswolds outdoors, there are also a lot of things to see and do, monuments and sights to visit, during your holidays in The Cotswolds. From hiking along the breathtaking Cotswold Way, sailing across the Cotswold Water Park, feeding lions at the Cotswold Wildlife Park to simply sitting back and enjoying a pint of ale in a traditional cotswold pub.

There are numerous castles and cathedrals to visit, such as Warwick Castle and Gloucester Cathedral, all of which will leave you astounded by their architectural grandeur. You can live the Shakespeare experience in Stratford Upon Avon, visiting his birthplace, numerous residences linked to his life and the town that inspired him to pen sonnets that have immortalised his name in the literature world.

Possibly the most original and spectacular highlight of any trip to The Cotswolds is to view the scenery from above...in a hot-air balloon! Take in the beauty of the Cotswolds in complete silence and serenity, with only a basket between you and the fields below!

In this section we will supply you with useful information on the things to see and do when on holidays in The Cotswolds.