A weekend in Broadway

The jewel of the Cotswolds, with a wide green and a hilltop tower

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Updated October 2026

Broadway is a showpiece Cotswold village on the edge of the escarpment, with a broad High Street lined by honey-coloured stone buildings, a village green and an historic coaching inn. It has long been called the Jewel of the Cotswolds.

Broadway Tower, a folly on the hill above, gives wide views across a dozen counties, and a heritage steam railway runs nearby, while Snowshill Manor and Chipping Campden are a short drive away.

Best forHistory lovers, Walkers, Food lovers, Couples

Best time to goSpring to autumn for the tower and walks. The village is lovely in autumn, and busy on summer weekends.

Typical budget (2 people, 2 nights)£420–£730, excluding travel

Getting thereOxford: About 1 hour by car.

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Top attractions in Broadway

The High Street and the green

A wide street of gift shops, galleries, tea rooms and old inns.

Broadway Tower

A late 18th-century folly on a hill above the village, with views over many counties.

Snowshill Manor

A National Trust house full of collections, a few miles from the village.

The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway

A steam heritage line running from nearby Toddington through the Cotswolds.

The Cotswold Way

A section of the national trail passes above the village.

Best things to do in Broadway

Guides to the activities most people plan a weekend around.

Cotswolds pub lunch walk

A gentle riverside walk between Upper Slaughter and Lower Slaughter is one of the Cotswolds' classic strolls, about a mile and a half each way along the River Eye, through meadows and past honey-coloured stone cottages. Allow 2 to 3 hours.

Afternoon tea in Bath

Afternoon tea is a Bath tradition, and you can enjoy it in grand Georgian settings, boutique hotels or the Pump Room beside the Roman Baths. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours.

Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon is the birthplace of William Shakespeare, and the Royal Shakespeare Company stages plays there year-round. Allow a weekend.

Best areas to stay in Broadway

The High Street

Central, with inns and tea rooms.

Near the tower

Quiet and scenic.

Chipping Campden or Winchcombe

Nearby towns with their own charm.

Best hotels in Broadway

These are well-established hotels often recommended for the area, listed in no particular order. They are not paid placements. Check current ratings, prices and availability before you book.

The Lygon Arms

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Best time to visit Broadway

Spring to autumn for the tower and walks. The village is lovely in autumn, and busy on summer weekends.

Seasons that suit Broadway well: spring, summer, autumn.

Estimated budget for a weekend in Broadway

Hotel or B&B, per night for two	£130–£220
Food and drink, per day for two	£65–£100
Activities and extras for the weekend	£30–£90
Estimated total, 2 people, 2 nights, excluding travel	£420–£730

Higher-priced destination. These are rough 2026 estimates and vary by season and room type. Add the cost of getting there. For a personalised figure, use the BritBreaks finder.

Getting to Broadway

From Oxford: About 1 hour by car.
From Birmingham: About 1 hour 10 minutes by car.
From London: About 2 hours 15 minutes by car. The nearest station is Moreton-in-Marsh.

Journey times are rough guides. Check live train and road times before you travel.

A sample weekend in Broadway

Friday evening: Arrive, settle in and have dinner in The High Street.
Saturday: Start with The High Street and the green, then Broadway Tower. In the afternoon, head to Snowshill Manor.
Sunday: Visit The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway or The Cotswold Way, then head home.

Packing list for Broadway

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Good to know

There is no mainline station, so most visitors drive.
Parking in the High Street is limited.
The tower can be busy at weekends.

Broadway weekend FAQs

Is Broadway worth visiting?

Yes. It is one of the most elegant Cotswold villages, with lots of shops, and an easy base for Chipping Campden.

Can I walk to Broadway Tower?

Yes. A path climbs from the village in about 40 minutes, with views along the way.

More weekend ideas

CotswoldsGloucestershire

Honey-coloured villages, rolling hills and country pubs

Chipping CampdenGloucestershire

A golden-stone market town at the start of the Cotswold Way

Stow-on-the-WoldGloucestershire

The highest town in the Cotswolds, with a big market square and antique shops

Stratford-upon-AvonWarwickshire

Shakespeare's birthplace on the banks of the River Avon

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Last reviewed October 2026. Please check opening times and prices with each attraction before you go. Report an error or share a tip.