The Cotswold’s England
More than any other region of England, The Cotswolds embody the popular image of the English countryside. The area is popular with travelers and the best advise is to explore on your own and to find your ideal Cotswold village. Hear are some suggestions of some good starting places.
Lacock a typical thatched village but has the further advantage of having an abbey from the 13th century.
Stow-on-the Wold is one of the more impressive villages, and therefore visited, in the Cotswolds.
Warwick Castle is a medieval castle founded in 1068 and is home to the Earl of Warwick who’s line can be traced back throughout the history of England. While there you can experience the 15th century and the development of this castle through the ages.
Stratford-upon-Avon is an ordinary midland town, which also happens to be the birthplace of William Shakespeare. There are many attractions associated with his life, as well as three theaters run by the Royal Shakespeare Company, in addition to its London venues, so there is always a show to be seen.
Blenhein Palace is one of the largest palaces in Europe and was the birthplace of Winston Churchill. The place was designed by Vanbrugh and Hawkmoor in 1704 and in 1722 the gardens were designed by Capability Brown. The palace is designed in the baroque style and is well worth the visit.
Oxford, the “City of Dreaming Spires” named for the spires, which rise above the city. The University is the oldest in Britain, it is unknown when it was founded but in the 11th century it was an informal center for scholars and students. The current Colleges of Oxford started to be founded in the 13th century and now there are currently over 36 colleges on the grounds.
Windsor Castle has been home to the British royal family for over 900 years. Construction was begun in 1165 and it is one of greatest surviving medieval castles. The strategic value of this castle has long since disappeared but the symbolic importance is such that the current royal family took its name from these ramparts. Within is the splendid Gothic St. George’s Chapel, which has been resorted after a recent fire completely destroyed it, as well you are able to tour the royal apartments and treasures.
Across the river from Windsor castle is Eton College founded in 1440 it is Britain’s most famous public school and has recently educated the royal Princes William and Harry.
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