Bibury. English Cotswolds

Introduction 

This evening, I am reporting on the very popular Cotswolds village of Bibury (pop 600). Location is about 10 miles N.E. of Cirencester and 85 miles N.W.of London.


 Information on Bibury

The village is situated around the River Colne. It is this river which acted as a catalyst to establishment of the Bibury Trout Farm which today forms the central attraction for visitors.Secondary attraction is the honey coloured architecture comprising classic Cotswolds buildings. Latter includes Arlington Row (immediately below).

Meals and refreshments are available at the Trout farm. 

Arlington Row  

Similar to nearby (15 miles distant) Bourton-on-the-Water, Bibury is suffering from over-tourism. This is manifested in 'lava flows' of people from all over the world resulting in inadequate toilet facilities, and very challenging parking arrangements. On the plus side the site offers excellent photographic opportunities and connection with history dating back about 500 years.

Typical village scene  


 Aspect of Arlington Row

Aspect of Fish Farm 

Lush Vegetation 


 Colourful Vegetation 

Trout in Fish Farm

Galloway Cattle

 River Colne

Centre of Village

Wedding in Process

More Information

Below are links to popular local villages,historic sites and towns which may be of interest to visitors.

Whichford: Best known for it's pottery and connected restaurant/cafe.

Long Compton:A quite village which is home to the well regarded Red Lion Inn.

Brailes: High elevation. Split into 'Upper Brailes' and 'Lower Brailes'. 

Hook Norton:Classic honey-coloured houses. Here is an excellent brewery which offers tours and refreshments.

Rollright Stones: An evocative stone circle being part of a group which spans nearly 2000 years of Neolithic and Bronze Age Development. 

Cherington: A quiet village.

Stourton (Cotswolds Distillery):Adjacent to Cherington. Distillery tours and refreshments  are available

Shipston-on-Stour: A market town close to the River Stour.

Moreton-in-Marsh: An historic market town situated close to the Roman Fosse Way.

Chastleton:Home to an impressive 17th century mansion.

Bourton-on-the-Hill: A traditional village with glorious views.

Stratford-upon-Avon: Technically, not within the Cotswolds but famous as the birthplace (and burial place) of William Shakespeare.

Swalcliffe: A fascinating village with Saxon origins which is close to an extensive Roman settlement.

Chipping Campden: A popular visitor destination with thatched houses and a 17th century market hall.

Broadway Tower: Visitors can climb 1024 feet to the top and avail of superb views.

Stow-on-the-Wold: A large village with extensive honey-coloured properties dating from 18th century, 

Upper Slaughter: Extremely picturesque small village featuring a stream and ancient manor house.

Lower Slaughter Quaint limestone cottages bordering a stream with a water mill visitor attraction. 

Bourton-on-the-Water: Extremely popular tourist destination with river and model village.

Cotswold Farm Park: Rare breeds a speciality.

Winchcombe: An ancient village close to Sudeley Castle and a prehistoric burial site.



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