# Winchcombe Guide - Ancient Saxon Cotswold Town

> Visit Winchcombe, an ancient Saxon town between Broadway and Cheltenham, near Sudeley Castle, Hailes Abbey and Belas Knap long barrow, with places to stay.

URL: https://cotswolds.info/places/visit-winchcombe.htm  
Section: Villages & Towns  
Location: Winchcombe, Gloucestershire (51.953, -1.966)

The ancient Saxon town of Winchcombe is situated in a beautiful Cotswold valley mid-way between Broadway and Cheltenham (approx each 15 minutes away by car).

The name Winchcombe means 'valley with a bend', and today the town still retains street which curve gracefully along the 'combe'.

The inns, restaurants, tea rooms, and shops set among Winchcombe's three main streets are full of the character of times past.

**LOCAL ATTRACTIONS**

Sudely Castle with beautiful gardens. Queen Katherine Parr is entombed here.

Cheltenham racecourse at Prestbury Park is a big attraction for National Hunt fans, and the Prescott Hillclimb Course hold motoring events at various times throughout the year.

The ancient abbey at Hailes is a few miles out towards Broadway and the the stone age 'long barrow' burial ground at Belas Knap is located on the hill overlooking Corndean a few miles out on the road to Andoversford. A short walk from the road and worth it for the magnificent views.

![Cotswolds cottages in Winchcombe](https://cotswolds.info/images/winchcombe/winchcombe11.jpg)

**Beautiful cottages in Vineyard street**

![ancient shopping street in Winchcombe](https://cotswolds.info/images/winchcombe/winchcombe21.jpg)

**View of Hailes street**

![The grand church at Winchcombe](https://cotswolds.info/images/winchcombe/winchcombe31.jpg)

**St. Peters church built 1465**

### PLACES TO STAY
**Guiting Guest House** - dates back to the 16th century with exposed beams, polished floors and inglenook fireplaces and is a focal point of this unspoilt working village. 5 Diamond establishment with superior cooked meals including dinner. This wonderful place is located 4 miles south-east of Winchcombe at the peaceful and tranquil village of Guiting Power.

**Wesley House Hotel** - with restaurant offering good accommodation and known for it's good food. 15th Century half timbered house retaining many original features with superb views to the North Cotswold Edge and Sudeley castle.

**Rosemary's Cottage** - A delightful period two bedroom cottage in the heart of this ancient village. Recently restored to an excellent standard whilst retaining its original charm.

**Windrush House B&B** - A wonderful Edwardian House located in Broadway (15 minutes by car) offering 4 Diamond Siver Award bed and breakfast accommodation.

### Winchcombe Taxis

Amiga - 01242 603060

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## Winchcombe Ancient Saxon Town Gloucestershire Cotswolds