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Explore 102 miles of scenic English countryside, historic villages, and cultural landmarks along the iconic Cotswold Way National Trail.
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Cotswold Way · Best Landmarks · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Landmarks near Cotswold Way
Discover the best landmarks near Cotswold Way. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best landmarks near Cotswold Way
Painswick Beacon
Explore the ancient hillfort summit of Painswick Beacon with stunning 360-degree views across the iconic Cotswold Hills and beyond.
Painswick, Stroud GL6 6SZ
Haresfield Topograph
A three-dimensional map landmark on the Cotswold escarpment with panoramic views toward Wales.
Cotswold Way, Stroud GL6 6PP
Sim's Clock
Historic Sim's Clock stands as a timeless symbol in Stroud’s vibrant George Street, blending heritage with community spirit.
George St, Stroud GL5 3DX
Eastgate viewing chamber
Discover Gloucester’s ancient Roman and medieval city defenses through a unique underground viewing chamber beneath Eastgate Street.
38 Eastgate St, Gloucester GL1 1PU
Greyfriars
Explore the evocative ruins of Gloucester’s 13th-century Franciscan friary, a tranquil medieval landmark steeped in history and architectural beauty.
Greyfriars, Gloucester GL1 2TG
Nympsfield Long Barrow
Five millennia of mystery: a Neolithic burial mound where ancient ritual meets Cotswold legend.
Cotswold Way, Gloucestershire GL11 5AU
Over Bridge
Historic stone arch bridge by Thomas Telford, offering scenic river views and a glimpse into 19th-century engineering near Gloucester.
Horseshoe Dr, Highnam, Gloucester GL2 8BZ
Uley Long Barrow (Hetty Pegler's Tump)
Step into a 5,000-year-old Neolithic tomb in the Cotswolds: explore Hetty Pegler’s Tump, a chambered long barrow with a hauntingly peaceful atmosphere.
Uley, Dursley GL11 5AR
Great Days Out UK
Your trusted guide to accessible and family-friendly days out across the UK, based in the heart of Churcham, Gloucester.
Laburnum House, Oakle St, Churcham, Gloucester GL2 8AG
The Bee Shelter, Hartpury
Discover Hartpury’s unique 19th-century Bee Shelter, a stunning stone monument celebrating Gloucestershire’s rich beekeeping heritage and Victorian craftsmanship.
Hartpury, Gloucester GL19 3DE
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