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Glass of Glam

Cotswolds Vacation: A Glimpse Into The English Countryside & On Mondays We Link Up (#87)

in Fall outfits, Lifestyle, Style, Style, Travel on 10/29/18

We’re continuing our England tour, because every time I look at these photos I relive the beauty, and I need to share it! I’m revisiting our Cotswolds vacation today!

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

COTSWOLDS VACATION OUTFIT 1 DETAILS:

The Cotswolds are the pretty little towns in the English countryside. Think thatched roof homes, walking paths, pastures of sheep, charming little pocket towns, and endless greenery. We packed up our car in Bath and headed to our home base in the Cotswolds, Stow On The Wold.

On our way, we stopped at a pub to have a traditional English Sunday feast called the Sunday roast. It consists of beef, potatoes, and a Yorkshire pudding roll – very much like Thanksgiving on a Sunday morning! Partaking in local traditions is always fun, even if it makes you feel like a zombie the rest of the morning.

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

We rolled ourselves out of the pub and on to Stow On The Wold. We stayed in an historic little hotel called the Kings Arms, which is probably older than America itself. Cozy, quiet, free wifi, and free breakfast – that checks all my boxes! After lugging our bags up a teensy narrow stairway, out we went to go for a hike up to Broadway tower through fields of sheep – the perfect activity to work off those Sunday roast calories.

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Patricia Nash Designs crossover body bag featured by top Chicago fashion blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

I want to clear up a few stereotypes about the English countryside since I’ve been there. Does everyone wear Hunter boots and waxed jackets? Yes – yes they certainly do. Tweed, rubber boots, cute dogs, and pulling the car over for partridges crossing the street are things we saw and embraced in the Cotswolds. And I loved every minute.

I couldn’t fit my Hunter Boots in my bag, but my Patricia Nash boots and buckle flats were perfect. And although I don’t have a waxed Barbour jacket, my green J.Crew jacket helped me fit right in.

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

The most touristy town in the Cotswolds is probably Bourton On The Water. We strategized to go there really early to beat all the tour busses. It is probably so touristy because it is stunningly beautiful, with a stream running through the middle of town with cute little walking bridges – a photo opportunity no one could miss. Luckily, our plan worked so we were able to beat most of the tourist traffic. We did a little photo shoot ourselves, followed by the most delicious almond croissants and coffee at Bakery On The Water.

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

Since we had a car, we were able to visit a couple of other memorable Cotswold towns! Each town is about 5 minutes to 20 minutes away driving. With stops to gander at the cows and sheep, of course.

  • Upper and Lower Slaughter are both ridiculously cute towns, with lots of flowers and homes begging to be photographed. Ā I think we watched this adorable dog play fetch in a stream for literally 20 minutes.
  • Moreton-in-Marsh has a beautiful drag of shops, including a pub that inspired the Prancing Pony in Lord Of The Rings. Since we are nerds we had to go. They also have a market on Tuesday mornings.
  • Chipping Campden is relaxing, with a lot of historical sights, including a magnificent high street and a 400 year old market hall.
  • Snowshill Manor is a mansion that was owned by an eccentric art collector. The grounds are beautiful, but I’d skip it if you’re short on time.
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Patricia Nash Designs featured by top Chicago fashion blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of GlamCotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Patricia Nash Designs featured by top Chicago fashion blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam
Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

COTSWOLDS VACATION OUTFIT 2 DETAILS:

 

Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam Cotswolds Vacation featured by top Chicago travel blog, Glass of Glam

Our Cotswolds vacation was everything I hoped it would be. Quaint and homey, with lots of history and sheep.

Want to see where else we went in England, aside from this Cotswolds vacation? Here are my posts on Windsor and Bath!
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  1. Nailil says

    November 1, 2018 at 1:04 pm

    These photos are breathtaking. It seems like you’re having an amazing time in Europe. šŸ™‚

    Xx, Nailil
    thirtyminusone.com

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  2. Susan Rahamim says

    October 30, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    It looks gorgeous there and like a wonderful trip!

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    • Roxanne says

      October 30, 2018 at 4:07 pm

      Thanks for reading! It was definitely a highlight to our trip.

      Reply
  3. Maureen says

    October 29, 2018 at 6:18 pm

    It’s so good to look at pictures of vacation because of so many good memories and moments. I haven’t been to the Cotswolds but it looks like a quaint little town that has a lot to offer. I love your colorful plaid shirt and brown leather skirt, such a cute combo! I hope your Monday is going well so far!

    Maureen | http://www.littlemisscasual.com

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    • Roxanne says

      October 30, 2018 at 10:50 am

      Thanks, Maureen! I hope you get the chance to visit some day.

      Reply
  4. Liz says

    October 29, 2018 at 11:50 am

    Oh it’s soooo cute! I’ve always wanted to visit the Cotswolds!

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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    • Roxanne says

      October 30, 2018 at 10:50 am

      Ahh you gotta! It is stunning!

      Reply
  5. Amy says

    October 29, 2018 at 9:40 am

    Wow. These photographs are surreal. It’s hard to believe places like this exist in the world. So gorgeous. I have never heard of waxed coats. I’m going to have to look that up to see what they look like.

    Reply
    • Roxanne says

      October 29, 2018 at 11:22 am

      I took so many photos in the Cotswolds! I couldn’t help myself. Look up the brand “Barbour”. They make the quintessentail waxed jackets.

      Reply
  6. Elise says

    October 29, 2018 at 9:11 am

    Amazing photos!! Such great looks you wore to explore England too!!

    xx, Elise
    http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com

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    • Roxanne says

      October 29, 2018 at 11:23 am

      Thank you, Elise!

      Reply
  7. Shelbee on the Edge says

    October 29, 2018 at 7:22 am

    Wow, Roxanne! Such a gorgeous photos!

    Shelbee
    http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com

    Reply
  8. Rebecca Young says

    October 29, 2018 at 4:39 am

    The Cotswolds is a beautiful part of our country. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your time there

    Reply
    • Roxanne says

      October 29, 2018 at 11:25 am

      I had the best time snapping photos! Thank you!

      Reply
  9. Maria | passion fruit, paws and peonies says

    October 29, 2018 at 2:44 am

    We have been considering moving to the Cotswolds, it’s so beautiful there. Well done for trying to beat the tour buses – not easy – they start early!! Stunning pictures. It is all frosty here in England this morning – it’s another beautiful time to experience there. Maria xx
    https://www.passionfruitpawsandpeonies.com

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    • Roxanne says

      October 29, 2018 at 11:26 am

      Oh wow – if I had the option then I would, too! We arrived at Bourton On The Water at around 8am, and only saw the tourists trickling in by 9. It was perfect!

      Reply

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