Free Morning Parking and Tourist Levy Introduced in Cotswolds to Enhance Local Experience Tuesday, December 9, 2025 parking cotswolds bourton stow tourism levy residents sustainability electricvehicles community The Cotswolds are implementing new parking measures aimed at improving convenience for residents, supporting local businesses, and addressing future demands. These changes reflect the commitment to sustainability and … Read More
Bourton-on-the-Water Coach Ban Considered Amid Overtourism Concerns Tuesday, December 2, 2025 bourton overtourism coaches gloucestershire traffic anpr parking tro cotswolds parishcouncil Gloucestershire County Council is considering measures to tackle overtourism in Bourton-on-the-Water by potentially banning coaches from key village roads. The charming Cotswold village, often called the “Venice of the … Read More
Visitors Grow 'Fed Up' as Overtourism Pushes Bourton-on-the-Water to Breaking Point Sunday, November 30, 2025 overtourism bourton cotswolds tourism residents sustainability overcrowding community visitors village Bourton-on-the-Water, affectionately known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, is grappling with a surge in visitors that many locals say has reached an intolerable level. At a packed meeting held at the Baptist Church on Station … Read More
Residents Sound Alarm as Overtourism Pushes 'Venice of the Cotswolds' to Breaking Point Sunday, November 30, 2025 overtourism bourton cotswolds residents tourism visitorexperience overcrowding community sustainability congestion Bourton-on-the-Water, affectionately known as the “Venice of the Cotswolds,” is grappling with a tourism boom that residents say has reached an unsustainable breaking point. Nearly 100 community members gathered … Read More
Firefighters Help Penguins Stay Cool After Birdland Heatwave SOS Wednesday, August 20, 2025 firefighters penguins birdland heatwave wildlife conservation bourton emergency community cooling During a recent heatwave in Bourton-on-the-Water, Birdland Zoo faced a critical challenge keeping its penguins cool and comfortable. In response to an emergency call, local firefighters quickly stepped in to assist, … Read More
Why I Won’t Return to Bourton-on-the-Water: When Over-Tourism Spoils a Cotswolds Gem Sunday, June 29, 2025 bourton cotswolds tourism overtourism village travel heritage overpopulation preservation community Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Bourton-on-the-Water is often hailed as the “Venice of the Cotswolds” for its enchanting stone bridges and gently flowing waterways. On a bright summer day, the village’s idyllic beauty … Read More