Chipping Campden

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Chipping Campden featuring heritage elements, a small town or village and street scenes
Chipping Campden showing signage, a small town or village and street scenes
Chipping Campden showing a small town or village and heritage elements
Chipping Campden featuring heritage elements
Chipping Campden
Visit this medieval market town in the heart of the Cotswolds, which has graceful honey-colored architecture, scenic walks and famous festivals.

Chipping Campden is a popular spot in England’s enchanting Cotswold region. Dating back to the 7th century, the town became one of Europe’s most important medieval wool-trading towns. Today, visit this welcoming destination that has a cornucopia of architectural styles, showcases the talents of homegrown craftspeople and celebrates the arts at year-round festivals.

The town’s peaceful, meandering streets are ideal for exploring on foot. Start at St. James Church, a striking Gothic-style church crowned by a soaring tower. Browse art exhibits and watch artists at work at Court Barn Museum.

Stroll along the main street, characterized by varying stone houses built by wool merchants between the 1300s and 1600s. Grevel House, established in 1380, is the town’s oldest building. Admire the 17th-century Market Hall, built as a shelter for passing traders. The Town Hall was previously a court house, jail and wool exchange.

Several old buildings now double as shops of local businesses. Find everything from artisanal food to an independent shoemaker, jeweler and potter. Take a break at cozy teahouses and sample the hospitality of a traditional pub. The Eight Bells Inn has been welcoming guests since the 1300s.

Spot impressive stained-glass windows at St. Catherine’s Roman Catholic Church. See work by an artist cooperative at the Gallery at the Guild, housed in the Old Silk Mill. Relax amid colorful plants in Ernest Wilson Memorial Garden.

Discover the stunning natural landscapes of the Cotswold countryside via trails starting in the town center. Hike to Dover’s Hill and Broadway Tower for unrivaled views.

Chipping Campden is about a 25-minute drive from Stratford-upon-AvonOpens in a new window and 40 minutes from CheltenhamOpens in a new window. Rent a car to reach the nearby manicured gardens of Hidcote Manor Garden, Kiftsgate Court Gardens and Snowshill Manor and Garden.

A great time to visit Chipping Campden is for summer festivals, including the Chipping Campden Literature Festival and Chippy Jazz and Music Festival. Attend the 400-year-old Cotswold Olimpick Games in May. Its curious events include shin-kicking.

Cotswold House Hotel & Spa
Cotswold House Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
The Square, Chipping Campden, England
The price is CA $226 per night from May 5 to May 6
CA $226
CA $271 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chipping Campden. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (305 reviews)
"Lovely stay, staff couldn’t do enough for us and the rooms and experience was fantastic. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on Apr. 17, 2025

Cotswold House Hotel & Spa
Noel Arms Hotel
Noel Arms Hotel
3 out of 5
High Street, Chipping Campden, England
The price is CA $200 per night from May 5 to May 6
CA $200
CA $240 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Chipping Campden. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (548 reviews)
Great for a couples break
"Really enjoyed the stay. Fantastic old building nice comfortable and clean rooms, good food and friendly service. Nice to have a a local folk group playing in the Dovers bar when we were there!"

Reviewed on Apr. 16, 2025

Noel Arms Hotel
Three Ways House Hotel
Three Ways House Hotel
3 out of 5
Chapel lane, Mickleton, Chipping Campden, England
The price is CA $156 per night from May 4 to May 5
CA $156
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Chipping Campden. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (559 reviews)
Inn
"Nice lounges and patio to sit and plan sight seeing."

Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2025

Three Ways House Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Pitchers is a Grade 11 Cotswold Stone House in the centre of Chipping Campden.
Pitchers is a Grade 11 Cotswold Stone House in the centre of Chipping Campden.
Chipping Campden
Stay at this vacation home in Chipping Campden. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Silk Mill and Cotswold Way are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Perfect Cotswolds Stay!
"My wife and I spent a week at Pitchers House and it was everything we had hoped for and more! Excellent location for exploring the lovely Cotswolds village of Chipping Campden; walking the nearby trails; or heading off for short drives to Broadway, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, the Slaughters ..."

Reviewed on May 22, 2023

Pitchers is a Grade 11 Cotswold Stone House in the centre of Chipping Campden.
Enchanting cottage in the heart of Chipping Campden
Enchanting cottage in the heart of Chipping Campden
Chipping Campden
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Chipping Campden. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Silk Mill and Cotswold ...
10/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
Fantastic Cottage
"We are 2 couples, and we loved this cottage and the perfect location in Chipping Campden. The property is beautiful and decorated and appointed tastefully. Can’t imagine a more perfect home base for our stay in the Cotswalds"

Reviewed on Apr. 24, 2025

Enchanting cottage in the heart of Chipping Campden
Cosy Carol Cottage Just Off The High Street
Cosy Carol Cottage Just Off The High Street
Chipping Campden
Stay at this vacation home in Chipping Campden. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Grevel House and Old Campden House are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
Family gathering
"Perfect, convenient, practical and excellently maintained and presented"

Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2025

Cosy Carol Cottage Just Off The High Street
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Chipping Campden is a quaint village with friendly, helpful people. The problems is convenient economical transportation to and from the town if you don't have a car.

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