HERITAGE & NATURE

Welcome to Winchcombeshire!

Winchcombe is a town steeped in history. Our pretty Cotswold stone cottages and timbered town centre inns date back hundreds of years with many listed buildings and historic features. The iconic Sudeley Castle is a must for all Tudor fans, but be sure not to miss out on the town’s many fascinating stories dating back to our Anglo-Saxon ancestors and the county of Winchcombeshire.

Belas Knap

Neolithic long barrow, with a false entrance and side chambers. Excavated in 1863 and 1865; the remains of 31 people were found in the chambers.

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Cleeve Hill & Common

A conservation area and Site of Special Scientific Interes, Cleeve Common is the largest common in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is also the highest point on the Cotswolds

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Hailes Abbey

Founded in 1246 by the Earl of Cornwall, Hailes Abbey is set amid delightful Cotswold countryside. The tranquil ruins are the perfect place to relax and enjoy a picnic in a unique historic setting.

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St Peters Church

A Grade I listed church which dates back to the 15th century and contains many ancient artifacts which are on display, including a particularly fine piece of stained glass in its east window.

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Snowshill Manor

The National Trust’s Snowshill Manor and Garden, nr Winchcombe, is a Cotswold manor house packed with extraordinary treasures collected by Charles Wade.

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Spoonley Wood Roman Villa

Spoonley Wood Roman Villa is located 2km south-east of Sudeley. Excavated in 1882, some remains can still be seen including a mosaic protected under a corrugated iron roof.

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