Bourton-on-the-Water Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
village and civil parish in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
About Bourton-on-the-Water
With a population of around 3,300, it is a large village whereas nearbyStow-on-the-WoldandBurfordwith smaller populations are both "Market Towns". The River Windrush source, 10 miles from the village, is fed by springs and thus continues to flow even in severe drought. There is evidence of habitation dating back to neolithic times (4,000 BC), habitation continuing through to Roman times (Roman pottery and coins found in the village show extended Roman occupation). Christian occupation dates back to 709 AD when a wooden church was built. In 1110 a stone Normal church was built; today only the chancel (from 1328) remains. Today almost all buildings are of 17th-century origin, mostly built using Cotswold limestone characteristic of the area.
Top Attractions in Bourton-on-the-Water
Explore the best things to see and do in Bourton-on-the-Water:
- ★Birdland Park and Gardens
- ★Bloody Bourton Walking Tour
- ★Bourton Vale Equestrian Centre
- ★Church of St Lawrence
- ★Cotswold Brewing Company
- ★Cotswold Motor Museum & Toy Collection
- ★Dragonfly Maze
- ★Model Village
Where to Eat in Bourton-on-the-Water
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Aroma
- 🍴The Chestnut Tree
- 🍴The Croft
- 🍴The Duke of Wellington
Where to Stay in Bourton-on-the-Water
- 🏨Broadlands Guest House
- 🏨Chester House Hotel
- 🏨Dial House
- 🏨Harrington House
- 🏨Manor Close
- 🏨Old Manse Hotel
Bourton-on-the-Water Travel Guide Sections
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