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
Overtourism Hurting Both Visitors and Locals: The Struggles of the Cotswolds' ‘Jewel’ Sunday, November 30, 2025 overtourism cotswolds tourism visitors locals environment economy community sustainability travel The Cotswolds, often hailed as England’s picturesque “jewel,” is facing a growing problem that’s affecting both visitors and residents alike: overtourism. Once a tranquil escape dotted with quaint villages and rolling hills, … 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
Three Cotswolds Hotels Celebrate Top Honors in UK’s Prestigious César Awards Sunday, November 30, 2025 cotswolds hotels hospitality awards cesars goodhotelguide tourism luxury travel uk Three exceptional hotels in the Cotswolds have been celebrated among the UK’s best at the 2026 Good Hotel Guide César Awards, often hailed as the ‘Oscars’ of the British hotel industry. The distinguished accolades … 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
Burford: The Charming Gateway Town to the Cotswolds with Unexpected Wildlife Attractions Sunday, November 30, 2025 burford cotswolds historic tourism england pubs wildlife crocodiles heritage tearooms Nestled in north Oxfordshire along the A40, Burford is a picturesque historic town that serves as the gateway to the Cotswolds. Perched on the edge of the Windrush Valley, this delightful town offers spectacular views over … Read More