The most picturesque villages in the Cotswolds

Explore the most beautiful villages in the Cotswolds. From Bibury to Castle Combe, find the best hidden gems and the nearest UK Club campsites for your stay.

The Cotswolds are defined by a collection of picturesque villages that look as if they’ve been pulled from a fairytale. We’ve shortlisted a range of places for you to tick off on a Cotswolds holiday, each with their own authentic charm.

Whether you’re touring in a motorhome or looking for a scenic day trip, these locations offer the quintessential English countryside experience.

1. Bibury

Arlington Row in Bibury. Photo by Cyril Long. Near Bourton-on-the-Water Club Campsite.

Often cited as the most beautiful village in England, Bibury is home to the world-famous Arlington Row. These 14th-century weavers' cottages, built from local stone, are so iconic they’re featured on the inside cover of the British passport.

Beyond the row, the village offers a serene walk along the River Coln and a visit to the Bibury Trout Farm, where you can wander through the lush water meadows. It’s the postcard-worthy place in the Cotswolds.

Stay at: Cirencester Park Club Campsite - 8 miles away

2. Castle Combe

Castle Combe, near Cirencester Park Club Campsite.

Castle Combe is frequently voted the prettiest village in all of England, and for good reason - no new houses have been built here since the 1600s. Walking down its sloping main street toward the bridge over the Bybrook River, you’ll notice a total absence of telegraph poles and modern signage.

Be sure to stop by the 14th-century Market Cross and sample ‘honesty box’ cakes left on the doorsteps of the local cottages.

Stay at: Cirencester Park Club Campsite - 20 miles away

3. Lower Slaughter

Lower Slaughter, near Bourton-on-the-Water Club Campsite. Photo courtesy of Visit Britain.

Lower Slaughter is built along the banks of the River Eye, where shallow waters flow past rose-clad cottages and over tiny stone footbridges. The centre of the village is the Old Mill, a 19th-century corn mill that now houses a museum and a charming tea room.

Walking the path between Lower and Upper Slaughter is one of the most relaxing routes in the Cotswolds, offering sweeping views of the meadows without the bustle found in some other parts.

Stay at: Bourton-on-the-Water Club Campsite - 2 miles away

4. Snowshill

Snowshill, near Broadway Club Campsite.

This is a hidden hillside gem in the Cotswolds. The tiny hamlet is famous for its steep, winding lanes and the eccentric Snowshill Manor, a National Trust property filled with 22,000 unusual objects.

The village church stands proudly on a green surrounded by ancient stone cottages that glow a deep gold at sunset.

Stay at: Broadway Club Campsite - 3 miles away

5. Chipping Campden

Dover's Hill, close to Chipping Campden. Near Broadway and Moreton-in-Marsh Club campsites.

The jewel of the North Cotswolds, Chipping Campden boasts one of the most architecturally significant high streets in the UK. The centrepiece is the 17th-century Market Hall.

You can also explore independent galleries, historic pubs, and the beautiful St. James’ Church. It also serves as the official starting point (or finish line) for the 100-mile Cotswold Way national trail.

Stay at: Broadway or Moreton-in-Marsh Club campsites - both 7 miles away