One of the most beautiful villages in the United Kingdom has been named, and it’s the perfect spot for a staycation this summer, with plenty of things to see and do
For an unforgettable staycation, one location outshines the rest. This picturesque chocolate box village has been crowned one of the most beautiful in the nation.
Despite the throngs of visitors it attracts, this enchanting village offers plenty to tourists, including honey-hued cottages and a river that meanders through its heart, spanned by quaint stone bridges.
Bourton-on-the-Water has been declared the UK’s most beautiful village by Independent Cottages, with the River Windrush, which flows directly through the town, contributing to its unique charm and earning it the moniker ‘The Venice of the Cotswolds’.
Dating back to as early as 4000 BC, the village boasts over 380 listed buildings – ideal for a day of exploration and appreciation of the village’s rich history.
With an average depth of just 10 inches, the river gently babbles through the centre of the village, adding a dash of charm to the ambiance.
Nestled within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Bourton-on-the-Water offers stunning countryside views should you tire of the village’s beauty, reports the Express.
A mere 300 metres from Bourton-on-the-Water’s main car park lies Greystones Nature Reserve.
Managed by Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, Greystones is home to wildflower meadows, Iron Age ramparts, a replica Iron Age roundhouse, and a functioning organic farm.
It’s an ideal spot for a day of adventure and wildlife spotting, with creatures like foxes, deer and native birds to be seen.
For more animal encounters, Birdland Park and Gardens is a must-visit.
This beautiful reserve, nestled within nine acres of woodland and gardens, offers plenty to explore.
The park boasts over 130 species of birds, including the UK’s only breeding group of King Penguins.