Aug 30, 2024 · Known as the Gateway to the Cotswolds, Burford is one of the most picturesque towns in Oxfordshire, famous for its steep high street which sweeps downhill towards the River Windrush past Cotswold stone cottages, Georgian townhouses, a medieval church, shops, tearooms and historic pubs.

Burford’s famous High Street sweeps downhill towards the River Windrush, its three-arched medieval bridge and its impressive church, both sides of the street flanked by an unbroken line of ancient houses and shops.

Burford (/ ˈ b ɜːr f ər d /) is a town on the River Windrush, in the Cotswold hills, in the West Oxfordshire district of Oxfordshire, England. It is often referred to as the 'gateway' to the Cotswolds.

Oct 22, 2020 · Burford is a delightful Cotswold town famous for its elevated High Street with stunning views over the open countryside. From the high Wolds (“hills”), Burford’s main thoroughfare gently slopes downhill to meet up with a medieval bridge spanning the …

Nov 8, 2024 · Burford is an extremely popular town in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds which lies just off the main Oxford to Cheltenham A40. In 2009 it was voted the 6th best place to live in the world by Forbes magazine. Burford's prosperity over the …

Jul 15, 2024 · Discover my ultimate guide to visiting Burford in the Cotswolds, including the best things to do, where to park and what to see.

A beautiful old Cotswold town, its High Street sloping from the high Wolds, where you have beautiful views over the open countryside, down to the willow fringed River Windrush in the pretty Windrush valley. A fine three arched medieval bridge crosses the river at the foot of the hill.

Just twenty miles west of Oxford, Burford is often referred to as the ‘gateway to the Cotswolds‘. A broad main street slopes gently from the High Wolds, with great views of the open countryside, to a narrow, three-arched medieval bridge which crosses the River Windrush.

From stylish bars, cosy cafes and independent shops, the Cotswolds town of Burford is a stunning place to visit for a weekend trip! With its three-arched medieval bridge, impressive church, and an unbroken line of ancient houses and shops, Burford’s famous High Street gracefully descends towards the River Windrush.

Burford is a haven for those who love to amble around antique shops. With quaint English inns and pubs, along with plenty of things to do in Burford and nearby, this town really is a lovely place for a day trip from London or a short-break getaway.