Burford Town Centre – Burford Village loop from Swinbrook

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Burford Town Centre – Burford Village loop from Swinbrook

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Burford Town Centre – Burford Village loop from Swinbrook

02:46

10.5km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Tips

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The Cotswolds National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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75 m

The Swan Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

This unassuming pub is where David Cameron was famously snubbed by Francois Hollande as he tried to negotiate British concessions for the EU before Brexit. In years to come I reckon they'll write a film about it.

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483 m

St Mary the Virgin Church, Swinbrook

Highlight • Religious Site

St Mary Church is a beautiful 12th-century church situated in the village of Swinbrook in Gloucestershire. It is a typical Cotswold church in its age and peaceful charm, and is a mixture of Romanesque and early Gothic architecture.

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4.75 km

The Church of St James the Great, Fulbrook

Highlight • Religious Site

The Church of St James the Great is a listed building dating back to the Norman period with traces of earlier Saxon influence. It is also a Commonwealth War Graves …

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6.02 km

St John the Baptist Church, Burford

Highlight • Religious Site

This is a magnificent Grade I listed, 11th century church situated in the heart of Burford.

The church's exterior is noticeably impressive, and the interior is just as magnificent too. …

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6.18 km

Burford Town Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

Discover tearooms, independent shops, and many fantastic pubs and restaurants in the medieval town of Burford. The town is situated at the gateway to the Cotswolds and is well-known for its picturesque value.

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6.28 km

Burford Village

Highlight • Historical Site

Sometimes known as the Gateway to the Cotswolds this is one of the prettiest villages in England. Worth looking inside the church for some interesting civil war history. I’d recommend …

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8.04 km

Footpath along the River Windrush

Highlight • Trail

A beautiful stretch of walking through meadows and grasslands that runs next to the scenic River Windrush.

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9.38 km

St Oswald's Church, The Cotswolds

Highlight • Historical Site

A short grassy footpath will lead you to this delightful little 13th-century chapel. Make sure to check out the medieval paintings that cover the walls inside.

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10.5 km

End point

Parking

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