The sun beating down on the stone villages, melting them into warm gold, often means this is arguably paradise at its beautiful best. However, with popularity comes narrow lanes and extinct parking opportunities. A few trustworthy sunrise/sunset spots and easy, reasonable parking directions are a must for visits to the Cotswolds.
1) Broadway Tower (sunrise/sunset)
Perched high above the countryside, Broadway Tower offers big skies and long, sweeping views. Choosing peak season, as many visitors travel through here then, will require some careful planning. Why not consider Cotswold Tours and visit a site like cotswoldtour.co.uk
2) Dover’s Hill (Chipping Campden)
This is an open viewpoint that has lots of room to watch the sunset. Park in parking bays (not grass verges) and leave gateways clear for farm vehicles.
3) Crickley Hill Country Park, near Cheltenham
Ideal for a quick evening stroll with expansive views. Just use the main car park and take a torch for the walk back.
4) Cleeve Hill (sunrise)
Enjoy a golden dawn at the highest point in Gloucestershire in designated bays or established parking locations. Do not stop on bends or passing places.
Safe parking rules (worth repeating)
Select official car parks when feasible
Do not block gates, driveways or passing places
Do not park on soft verges (it damages and could trap you)
If it’s dark, then put on some reflective clothing and take a torch.
