Outdoor Activities

Fun & fresh air in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds
Walking, cycling, swimming, hot air ballooning, watersports, horse riding, fishing, golf - the list goes on! It's all here in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds and set against a backdrop of outstanding natural beauty.

Walking
From riverside strolls to more energetic hikes across the rolling countryside, there are more than 500 miles of footpaths to enjoy, including long distance trails like the Thames Path and the Oxfordshire Way.

Cycling
The gentle rolling hills, the quiet country lanes and the numerous bridleways offer endless opportunities for cyclists and horse riders.

Waterbased Activities
Gliding in a punt along the Thames, as it meanders through peaceful water meadows towards neighbouring Oxford, is an experience few will forget.

Swimming
For those that want to swim, there are outdoor pools at Chipping Norton and Woodstock, as well as indoor pools at Carterton, Chipping Norton and Witney.

Golf
In the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape should serve not only to enhance the pleasure but to soothe the frustrations that a round of golf seems, almost inevitably, to involve!

Classic Car Hire
A classic car provides a nostalgic and memorable way to explore the timeless landscape of rolling hills, uncongested roads and picturesque villages in the Cotswolds: the options range from a Jaguar E-Type to an original Fiat 500.