Cottages in Chipping Campden

Chipping Campden and the surrounding area have a vast choice of rental accommodation but if you want to feel at home, nothing better than a cosy cottage. Find a cottage in this pretty town or in the picturesque countryside of Gloucestershire. Fall in love with this quintessential town, the ideal location for a cottage holiday in the Cotswolds, especially in spring or autumn when you will see the entire region in bloom including the historic gardens of Hidcote Manor and Kiftsgate.

Stunning properties with stone facades, exposed beams, wood and cosy lounging areas. Enjoy the open-plan kitchen leading into the living room where you can have your family gatherings, friends reunions or romantic nights by the fireplace. Lovely and well maintained private gardens and patios to enjoy the good weather or a Sunday barbecue. Let the children play and enjoy the outdoors as you sit comfortably on the terrace with a nice cuppa. There is also room for your furry little friends! Don’t wait any longer and start booking your cottage in Chipping Campden.

The Cotswold is renowned for its arts and crafts. Those who love arts and craft will have a wonderful time spending some time in the fine-art galleries of Broadway or browsing the shops of the antique dealers of Stow-on-the-Wold. Admire the artworks left by the Gimsons and the Rothensteins. The old crafts Guild building is also home to several silversmiths in addition to a great range of special craft shops and independent boutiques.

Walking in and around Campden you will discover every corner of this beautiful town and its luscious landscapes. Nature lovers, hikers, families and anyone who loves being in contact with nature, will feel in paradise here. Just north of Chipping Campden, in Ilmington, is where the hills of the Cotswolds start. You can choose from several graded walks and waymarked routes according to your fitness level. You will find the information about the durations of each walk, so you can choose the appropriate one according to the time you have available. Enjoy a lovely walk to Broadway tower, a return journey of 8 miles that will take you to the ancient beacon site where the tower was erected. For sweeping views of Worcestershire, climb to the top of the tower and admire the landscape. For a further walk, you can go to the picturesque village of Broadway, just a mile away from the tower. Another popular walk is the one to Dover Hill.

Campden's Music Festival is increasing in popularity. Both visitors and locals enjoy this annual festival that includes a great variety of music and artists. The festival takes place in the incredible setting of “wool” church of St James, and all the amenities Chipping Campden has to offer including shops and restaurants. Can you think of a better venue? Don’t rush or queue for hours to get to the festival. Find your cottage and enjoy a few days in town. You will fall in love with Chipping Campden!

Take a lovely stroll through these historic country lanes and paths around town and enjoy some time in Campden. Admire the East & West Banqueting Houses standing sovereign, overlooked by the sensational St James Church. Notice the Almshouses and go past The Eight Bells Inn, where the church masons used to stay. Stroll along the High Street and go into the shops, marvel at Grevel House, the oldest building in Campden, the Old Grammar School, and The Old Market Place, maintained by the National Trust. Discover the War Memorial, The Town Hall, the Town Square and take the opportunity to take some pictures of the imposing facade of The Cotswold House. In the Old Silk Mill you will see the working Silversmith. Campden has so much to offer and see.

Visit one of the greatest gardens in England. Here you will find several outdoor rooms with its own unequalled quality and unusual plants from all over the world. The National Trust in Gloucestershire, features some of the National Trusts most outstanding properties. Enjoy a day strolling along the fragrant and charming gardens at Hidcote Manor and enjoy this intricately designed arts and crafts-inspired space in the Cotswolds.

Whether you fancy a piece of cake and a cuppa, a pub lunch or a classic cuisine in a restaurant, in Chipping Campden there are several places for you to choose from and indulge in traditional recipes. Have some Sunday roast at the Ebrington Arms, a great selection of wines and beers at The Mason Arms and delicious seasonal recipes with fresh meat and fish at the Bistro on the Square. Chipping Campden hosts a vast number of establishments that cater for your eating out needs!

Those who enjoy the outdoors and like strolling along parks and manicured gardens, the North Cotswold and Chipping Campden have a variety of gardens and parks. In the summer, the town organizes an Open Gardens Weekend where you can visit Rose Gardens, Formal Gardens, Herb & Kitchen Gardens, Arboretums & Woodland walks, some local private gardens and a parkland. If you feel inspired by your visit to the gardens, perhaps you can head to Batsford Garden Centre, Fosseway Farm or Tewkesbury Garden Centre and buy some plants, pots and potting compost.

Are you a photography fan? Capture the most beautiful seasonal scenes in Chipping Campden. After winter, the colourful spring leaves a wonderful scenery of snow drops, gorgeous daffodils and narcissi and later on, the bluebells. Enjoy walks along the bluebell woods. When warm weather approaches, poppies shoot through in barley fields and all over the verdant rolling hills. In no time, autumn colours fill in the countryside and then, winter covers the landscape with a picturesque crispness. Get your lenses and cameras ready to capture the beauty of Chipping Campden!

The beautiful plateau of Dover’s Hill, just above Chipping Campden, overlooks the Vale of Evesham. This is the ideal setting for open air games. The annual Olimpick Games. These historic games were first held more than 12 centuries after the last ancient Greek Olympics and 2022 will be the 410th anniversary! The games also mark the end of the festival season in Campden. Stay in the loop and check your holiday calendar to enjoy the sport events of the Olimpick Games including King of the Hill, Running Races, Championship of the Hill, Tug O’ War or the popular Shin Kicking that started in 1612!