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Explore the beauty of the Cotswolds with our guide to parks and gardens in the region. Whether you’re seeking tranquil landscapes, vibrant flower displays, or sprawling estates with historic charm, discover stunning outdoor spaces that offer serene retreats and captivating natural beauty in the Cotswolds.
Cotswold Water Park
The Cotswold Water Park is an area of 42 square miles and 180 lakes, with many different leisure providers offering land and water activities, and a variety of places to stay. This stunning wetlands landscape hosts tens of thousands of breeding and watering birds and is an ideal destination for watching wildlife all year round.
Cotswold Wildlife Park
Cotswold Wildlife Park is one of the largest zoological collections in the UK, with over 1,500 animals from 250 different species, set in 160 acres of beautiful parkland with plenty of space to enjoy nature.
Painswick Rococo Garden
Situated outside the Cotswold town of Painswick, and famous for its snowdrop display, the Rococo Garden is a fascinating step back to a flamboyant & sensual period of English Garden Design. Painswick is the last surviving complete Rococo Garden in England and is also dog friendly.
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
Located in the Cotswolds, this is a stunning and remarkable place for people to see, explore and enjoy a heritage landscape world-renowned for its trees. With 15,000 tree species, including five national tree collections and seasonal activities for everyone to enjoy, Westonbirt offers a new experience with every visit.