Tour the Cotswolds
Tour the Cotswolds
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Welcome to "Tour the Cotswolds". Take the stress out of driving and be driven in luxury and comfort around the Cotswolds or any part of Great Britain with a friendly and personal tour guide. Your tour will be tailored to suit your specific needs.You will be met from your flight, train, or port and be transferred safely and on time.You will be guided to places that you have heard of and many you have not.
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bryanedwin
Milton Keynes, UK809 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
It's laugh-a-minute time when not-so-tiny-Tim's your driver for a tour of the Cotswolds - or, indeed, just about anywhere in this sceptred isle. Tim's sheep farming background and intimate knowledge of the area makes for a cracking cocktail of tales. Some of them might even be true. Excellent value for money.
Written 2 July 2018
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Guslamyan
Hong Kong, China82 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
My family spent three days in Cotswold in July visiting Chipping Camden, Broadway Tower, Moreton in Marsh, Stow on the Wold, Snowshill, Stanton, Stanway, Lower Slaughter, Bourton on the Water, Cheltenham, Burford, Bibury and The Arlington Row.
The most outstanding are
1. the stone cottages in the region - signatures of Cotswold,
2.Snowshill Lavender farm - just stunning and could have drunken you if you had stayed too long in the distillery, smell of lavender even in open fields is so strong but mind-soothing
3. Dusk skylight in Stow on the Wold with the skyline dyed from purple to red, and
4. needless to say the post-card setting of the Arlington Row makes the whole trip unforgettable.
The most outstanding are
1. the stone cottages in the region - signatures of Cotswold,
2.Snowshill Lavender farm - just stunning and could have drunken you if you had stayed too long in the distillery, smell of lavender even in open fields is so strong but mind-soothing
3. Dusk skylight in Stow on the Wold with the skyline dyed from purple to red, and
4. needless to say the post-card setting of the Arlington Row makes the whole trip unforgettable.
Written 23 August 2017
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Breezy53
Ottawa, Canada7 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
We enjoyed a lovely day with Tim from Tour the Cotswolds. We had booked a tour of Hyclere Castle (the site where Downton Abbey was filmed) but got much more than that! Tim was very knowledgeable and on our was took us through quaint villages, along one track roads you would never find yourself and showed us interesting buildings along the way (churches etc) which he could tell us about in great detail. We also stopped at several Downton Abbey locations including the village of Swinbrook and the Swan the pub where Lady Sybil and Branson planned their elopement as well as the Downton village (Bampton). Hyclere Castle was well worth the visit. In addition to the castle itself, there is an interesting Egypt exhibit. The 5th Earl of Carnarvon (the family that owns Hyclere) financed expeditions to Egypt including the one which discovered King Tut's tomb. One little hint, on line they will tell you the tickets are sold out, but if you go in the afternoon and are a small party, you can get tickets at the gate. All in all a great day.
Written 12 September 2016
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_eiffeltrav
Parkland, FL358 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
A day touring the Cotswolds is truly a breath of fresh air from the hustle and bustle of crowded and noisy London. About 1 1/2 hours driving along small gorgeous country roads, you are like in another land. The cottages and homes range from magnificent to charming, but what they all seem to have in common are magnificent trees and gardens , overflowing with flowers, small streams and rivers, and , if you are lucky, even some swans.
Every so often, there is a street in a town with some shops and tea rooms, even those are overflowing with flowers.
The only problem is this area's popularity, with more tourists than I would have hoped .
But it was a lovely, peaceful way to spend an afternoon.
Every so often, there is a street in a town with some shops and tea rooms, even those are overflowing with flowers.
The only problem is this area's popularity, with more tourists than I would have hoped .
But it was a lovely, peaceful way to spend an afternoon.
Written 31 August 2016
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TheRealAwaxy
Durham, NC731 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
Decided to splurge for a tour of the Cotswolds with Tim Harrison. It was a most amazing day!
Tim is extremely knowledgeable about the area and has hundreds of stories to share. He is meticulous in planning an individual itinerary for every client and tries to shape the tour to best meet your needs. And he listens to you!
He plans the day so that at certain points he leaves you to wander an attraction at your own pace. That worked out very well.
A day with Tim is not inexpensive and some of the places he takes you have admission charges as well. But if you want to see a beautiful part of England, in comfort, with an expert, Tim's your man!
Tim is extremely knowledgeable about the area and has hundreds of stories to share. He is meticulous in planning an individual itinerary for every client and tries to shape the tour to best meet your needs. And he listens to you!
He plans the day so that at certain points he leaves you to wander an attraction at your own pace. That worked out very well.
A day with Tim is not inexpensive and some of the places he takes you have admission charges as well. But if you want to see a beautiful part of England, in comfort, with an expert, Tim's your man!
Written 25 July 2016
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Thank you Bill for your kind words, it was a pleasure for me tour with you both, it's always fun to tour with interesting, and interested people, and share the area that you love and hold dear with people that appreciate the Majesty and beauty of the Cotswolds, and all it has to offer. Best regards Tim Harrison.
Written 26 July 2016
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Linda M
Lady Lake, FL42 contributions
Jul 2016 • Friends
A wonderful historic area in England. So charming, worth a walk through town. The narrow streets lined with beautiful stone buildings, many with stone roofs, causing them to dip with the weight. The landscaping is just gorgeous, the homes wire hanging baskets overflowing with colorful flowers. A very moving and inspiring area.
Written 16 July 2016
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BUDDY J
Jacksonville, FL23 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
My wife and I and sister recently returned from a trip to the Cotswolds. We fortunate enough to have used the services of Tim Harrison. He was just simply exceptional ! From the moment he picked us up at the train station, he made every conceivable effort to insure that we were comfortable, informed, enlightened and often amused. I'm not sure that you will ever find someone as knowledgeable as Tim when it comes to the Cotswolds. And it is obvious that he really enjoys sharing this knowledge. Many times this involved turning on to a small, country lane that we would have never considered. And the result was discovering scenes we will forever remember. If you are ever planning a tour of the Cotswolds, you simply must use Tim's services. You will not be disappointed.
Written 14 May 2016
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Thank you so much for your very kind review...you were delightful company to tour with. Extremely interesting, and interested in everything we saw and discovered. If you ever return to this beautiful area again please let me know..I would be delighted to meet you again..call at my home and have tea..or a glass of wine...
Thank you so much...Best regards Tim
Written 19 June 2016
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LilyCay
Burr Ridge, IL10 contributions
Aug 2015 • Family
I have toured with Tim twice now and I loved every second of it. Beautiful scenery and great company, fun pub lunch too. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour.
Written 4 March 2016
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Joyce B
28 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
Wow! Three full days of fabulous scenery, history and historic sites with the BEST guide in England. We had a comfortable (Lexus suv) ride with many stops to visit/tour seeing and doing as much as we liked. Tim is accommodating and knows all there is to know of the Cotswolds. We stopped at the best places for lunch as well. Tim has a lovely farm in Snowshill and grew up in the area. DON't MISS THIS TOUR by trying to see the Cotswolds in a bus, as it can't be done. This was the best trip of all the places we have visited in Europe and Britain.
Written 11 June 2015
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Edster88
Melbourne, Australia252 contributions
Nov 2014 • Friends
We had a whirlwind day trip through the Cotswolds enruote to Oxford.
There are a whole string of villages with rivers running through the town. We went through Bibury, Buurton On The Water and Arlington Row. To say it is a pretty part of England would be to understate things.
The thatched roofs, the stone walls, all make one feel like you have been transported to Tolkien's Shire.
You could easily spend 3 to 4 days in this area in a self drive just enjoying the scenic surroundings.
I will be next time round.
There are a whole string of villages with rivers running through the town. We went through Bibury, Buurton On The Water and Arlington Row. To say it is a pretty part of England would be to understate things.
The thatched roofs, the stone walls, all make one feel like you have been transported to Tolkien's Shire.
You could easily spend 3 to 4 days in this area in a self drive just enjoying the scenic surroundings.
I will be next time round.
Written 16 November 2014
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cgarciauk7
Los Angeles, CA
Hi, I'm planning to rent a car from Heathrow, drive to Northampton early Sat. and head to Cotwolds from N'pton on Sun. morning, then return the car back to Heathrow early Sunday eve. I've never driven in the UK before, but I plan to hire an automatic. Traveling with my mom and my two children 8 and 9, Do you think this is a realistic plan? How's the drive from N'pton to Cotwolds? Any particular villages to stop at? Thanks in advance.
Felicitas N
Diamond Bar, CA3 contributions
We will be in London in December of this year. How is the weather to tour the Cotswolds, and are tours available at that time? Specifically Dec. 11.
whitebunee
Selangor, Malaysia40 contributions
Hi,
Can i know how do I contact Tim?
I am looking for a day tour to Cotswolds.
Thanks.
Linda M
Lady Lake, FL42 contributions
We went with John from Blue Badge Tours. You can find him by googling John Blakey, London England. Have a great trip!
jcraig489
Auckland Central, New Zealand2 contributions
Is their a tour on Wed 21 Sept that would take us to The Cotswolds and Bath
jcraig489
Auckland Central, New Zealand2 contributions
Hi there
We are keen to tour The Cotswolds ( and Bath if possible) on Wed 21 of September or Thurs 22 September this year - we are staying at
96d Wandsworth Bridge
Fulham
London
UK SW62TF
Can you please let us know the cost, duration of the tour and if you have anything available.
Kind regards
Jane Craig
New Zealand
+6421834837
Susan C
Arlington Heights, IL130 contributions
Hi, I am going to be in London and would like to tour the Cotswalds. Probably March 31. I will arrive in the morning and if someone can pick me up at the Heathrow airport and then drive me around for the day that would be great. However, I need to make flight arrangements and need an answer and some details ASAP. Hope it isn't a bother. Let me know prices and a general idea of cost. Thanks!
huiiru
Singapore, Singapore
Hi, we are looking for a tour in June 20th 2015. Are you available to pick us up from London and a drop off?
Gloria G
Melbourne, Australia15 contributions
We are looking for a day tour to the Cotswolds on the 3rd August, out of London.
We would like a pick up & drop off from our hotel or if this is not possible could we travel by train and then pick up a local tour. Gloria G.
Gloria G
Melbourne, Australia15 contributions
I am looking for a one day tour of the Cotswolds on Monday 3rd August out of London for two people,(active seniors) pick up & drop off from London Hotel if possible.
T1MBO1
uk9 contributions
Thank you for your enquiry.
I would have been delighted to have toured with you and shown you all around our stunningly beautiful Cotswold area.
Unfortunately I am fully booked at this time...I have contacted all of my associates and contacts in the Cotswold touring business on your behalf...Sadly they to all have commitments
I do hope that you are successful with your enquiries and enjoy our lovely North Cotswolds...Particularly time of year.
Best regards
Tim Harrison
Tour the Cotswolds
Snowshill.