Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh
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About the Activity
Experience the 'secret' side of the Cotswolds with a local guide in a small and friendly group size of up to 16 people. On our Secret Cotswolds tour, we'll explore picture-postcard Cotswold towns and villages. As well as better-known Broadway and Burford, you'll also escape the crowds to some stunning locations, including an ancient stone circle and villages full of traditional Cotswold charm. If you select pick up from our Stratford-upon-Avon location, please meet at the Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal at 08.50 for 09.00 departure. If you're travelling by train from Birmingham, then Stratford-upon-Avon train station is just a 5-10 minute walk from our pick up spot. We then travel to Moreton-in-Marsh rail station to collect our final passengers. If you select pick up from Moreton-in-Marsh, please arrive at 09.30. There are direct trains to Moreton-in-Marsh from London, Reading, Oxford or Worcester.8 hours
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Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Admission to The Rollright Stones
Transport by minibus
Pickup from Stratford-upon-Avon town centre (9.00AM) or Moreton-in-Marsh rail station (9.30AM)
Local driver/guide
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
Food and drink : Lunch. Food and drinks are not included - bring a picnic, or use our local recommendations to find perfect places to dine
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Locations in the itinerary
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Moreton-in-Marsh
Moreton-in-Marsh, United KingdomPassengers joining the tour at Stratford-upon-Avon will be collected from Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal at 08.50-09.00am. Then, we travel to the Cotswold town of Moreton-in-Marsh, where we collect our final passengers from Moreton-in-Marsh rail station at 09.30am. From Moreton-in-Marsh, it's a 15 minute drive to our first official stop. We'll provide an introduction to the tour en route. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Rollright Stones
Rollright, United KingdomDiscover the secrets of The Rollright Stones, the Cotswolds’ very own ancient stone circle – a ‘mini Stonehenge’! This is a fascinating place to start our tour, learn some Olde English myths and legends, and drink in panoramic views across the Cotswolds countryside. Admission to The Rollright Stones is a donation of £2 per person, but we make this donation for you by arrangement with The Rollright Trust. 45 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Cotswolds
United KingdomEn route to our next stop, enjoy a scenic drive (approx 40 minutes) through the picturesque countryside made famous by the TV show ‘Clarkson’s Farm’* and discover tiny Cotswold villages far off the beaten track. (*Please note that while this tour passes through farmland owned by Jeremy Clarkson, we do not pass or stop at Diddly Squat Farm Shop. Queues for the farm shop can be hours long, and there just isn’t time to visit on a one-day tour!)40 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Burford
Burford, United KingdomThis vibrant, authentic Cotswold market town is a wonderful place to learn about the history of the area, photograph classic Cotswold cottages, and seek out delicious homemade cake.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Guiting Power
Guiting Power, United KingdomShhh… don’t tell anyone, otherwise this will become the next tourist trap! Gorgeous, remote and unspoilt, Guiting Power provides a slice of genuine Cotswolds countryside life. Have a pint in the local pub, or try one of David Beckham's favourite sausage rolls!30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Broadway
Broadway, United KingdomPerhaps not-so-secret, but the ‘Jewel in the Cotswolds Crown’ is not to be missed! There are art galleries to browse, independent retailers to support, and gorgeous traditional cottages to admire. 1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Stanton
Stanton, United KingdomFall in love with the quiet, charming village of Stanton, which is regularly voted as one of the most beautiful and unspoilt villages in the Cotswolds.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location8
Moreton-in-Marsh
Moreton-in-Marsh, United KingdomLeaving Guiting Power behind, now it's 5pm and time to say farewell to some of our passengers at Moreton-in-Marsh station. We hope you made friends and good memories!
You don't have to end your tour where you started - if you joined us in Stratford-upon-Avon, why not spend a night or two in the pretty Cotswolds market town of Moreton-in-Marsh? We have plenty of space for your luggage, and Moreton has several accommodation options, as well as a rail station for your onward travel. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal is on Windsor Street, Stratford-upon-Avon. Be ready to depart at 08.50. Our minibus will arrive at one of the bus stands - we'll email you the day before the tour to tell you which of our minibuses to look out for, but you shouldn't be able to miss it!View Location
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For departures from Moreton-in-Marsh rail station, please wait in front of the ticket office. Our minibus will arrive in the car park. Be ready to depart at 09.30. We'll email you the day before the tour to tell you which of our minibuses to look out for, but you shouldn't be able to miss it!View Location
End point
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Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal is on Windsor Street, Stratford-upon-Avon. Be ready to depart at 08.50. Our minibus will arrive at one of the bus stands - we'll email you the day before the tour to tell you which of our minibuses to look out for, but you shouldn't be able to miss it!View Location
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For departures from Moreton-in-Marsh rail station, please wait in front of the ticket office. Our minibus will arrive in the car park. Be ready to depart at 09.30. We'll email you the day before the tour to tell you which of our minibuses to look out for, but you shouldn't be able to miss it!View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick up in Stratford-upon-Avon is at 09.00; we will then travel to Moreton-in-Marsh rail station to collect the final passengers at 09.30
- Sorry, no children under 3. Children 3-15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Plenty of luggage space
- Please ensure you choose the correct pick up point. Occasionally, all guests for a particular tour request pick up from Stratford-upon-Avon, and in this case we will not go to Moreton-in-Marsh. Likewise, if all guests have requested pick up from Moreton-in-Marsh, we will not go to Stratford-upon-Avon. If the pick up point on your booking is incorrect, or you change your mind, please change it through your online account, or contact Go Cotswolds.
- Tour operates in all weather conditions – please dress appropriately
- The total tour duration of 8 hours includes travel time. Approximate travel times are as follows: 30 minutes from Stratford-upon-Avon to Moreton-in-Marsh (for those who select pick up in Stratford-upon-Avon); 15 minutes from Moreton-in-Marsh to The Rollright Stones; 40 minutes from The Rollright Stones to Burford (this scenic drive is described in the itinerary); 40 minutes from Burford to Broadway; 10 minutes from Broadway to Stanton; 30 minutes from Stanton to Guiting Power; 30 minutes from Guiting Power to Moreton-in-Marsh.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Printed Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket- Comfortable shoes and clothing appropriate to the weather conditions are recommended. - We have plenty of space to store luggage on our minibus - please let us know if you intend to bring luggage when you request to book. - Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.
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Operated by Go Cotswolds - Guided ToursCreated on 15 May 2024Created on 29 Oct 2024
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