Cotswolds Romantic Loop
Charming limestone villages and rolling hills
Total Driving Distance: 85 miles (136 km) | Recommended Duration: 2 Days | Drive Grade: Easy
Start Point: Cheltenham | End Point: Bath
Road Trip Itinerary Overview
This road trip takes you through the heart of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Starting from Cheltenham, you wind through spectacular limestone villages like Stow-on-the-Wold, Broadway, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Cirencester, before ending in the historic city of Bath. Excellent country pubs, historic churches, and rolling hills make this the ultimate classic English drive.
Drive through honey-colored limestone villages, rolling hills, and historic Roman cities in England's most picturesque countryside.
Key Waypoints & Scenic Stops Along the Route
- Bourton-on-the-Water
- Broadway Tower
- Castle Combe
Recommended Places to Stay & Overnight Stops
- 🏨 The Lygon Arms, Broadway (Accommodation):
- 🏨 Castle Inn, Castle Combe (Accommodation):
EV Charging Stations & Rapid Hubs
- ⚡ BP Pulse Broadway Center:
- ⚡ GRIDSERVE Cirencester Services:
Fuel, Petrol Stations & Rest Services
- ⛽ Gloucester Services (M5):
- ⛽ Cirencester Services (A417):
Essential Driving Tips & Seasonal Advice
- Avoid Bourton-on-the-Water during weekend afternoons; it gets heavily congested. Try to visit early in the morning.
- Most Cotswolds village parking lots only accept card payments or mobile parking apps (like RingGo), so set these up before setting off.
- Broadway Tower offers spectacular views; climb to the top on clear days for maximum visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Cotswolds Romantic Loop road trip and what are the main stops?
Cotswolds Romantic Loop covers 85 miles (136 km) over 2 Days, rated Easy. It starts at Cheltenham and finishes at Bath, passing through Bourton-on-the-Water, Broadway Tower, Castle Combe.
Where are the EV charging stations on Cotswolds Romantic Loop?
BP Pulse Broadway Center: Fast EV charging available. GRIDSERVE Cirencester Services: Fast EV charging available.
Where are the best places to stay along Cotswolds Romantic Loop?
The Lygon Arms, Broadway (Stay): Castle Inn, Castle Combe (Stay):
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