The Story of The Cotswolds

The first part of this amazing story is about the immense power of the forces of nature.

Find out how a tropical sea, a collision of continents, violent floods from melting glaciers and finally erosion by wind and rain have all played their part in creating this unique landscape.

The second part of the story is about the developing relationship between people and the land.

Neolithic burial chambers, stone circles, iron-age hillforts, Roman villas, Saxon villages, Norman castles and grand medieval churches financed by the thriving wool trade all reflect mans influence on the Cotswolds.

Join us on a fascinating journey through this delightful corner of England, enjoy the magnificent scenery and delve into the history of the features that make the Cotswolds so special.