Bourton-on-the-Water

The ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’, Bourton-on-the-Water is one of the most picturesque villages in the Cotswolds. The River Windrush flows through the village with five low-arched bridges, creating a peaceful and beautiful natural environment. While it’s one of the prettiest villages in the Cotswolds to visit, it’s also home to attractions that will keep the whole family happy, among them the Old New Inn's fun Model Village that depicts Bourton as it was in 1937. You can also book a stay at the inn - the rooms ooze warm and welcoming country elegance.

Children can be seen splashing in the river and families feeding ducks on the riverbanks while enjoying fish and chips while wandering along the charming walkways.

The Cotswolds village is surrounded by quaint stone structures that house the Cotswold Motoring Museum, Birdland Parks and Gardens, and the model village, which lets you explore a scaled-down version of Bourton-on-the-Water. You can visit one of the many pubs and eateries in this Cotswolds must-see village in the evening and participate in the Bourton Ghost walking tour.

Location: the Cotswolds, within the heart of England