Ablington for a Cotswold Gem: Ablington is a very pretty rural hamlet in Gloucestershire, situated in the Coln Valley. All tree lined streets and fine stone buildings, Ablington is an ideal location for a country cottage holiday. This peaceful location could be a perfect base from which to discover the inspirational scenery of the Cotswolds hills.
Information on Cottage Holidays in Ablington
Hiking through the Coln Valley is a popular pursuit and the river is well known as a good spot for trout fishing. If you like rural breaks, the Cotswolds can’t be beaten. For more amenities, Northleach is just five miles away, with mostly independent shops and a weekly outside market. Architectural gems, dating from the days of rich wool merchants, delight the visitor, including the Church of St. Peter and Paul. In fact, the town centre is said to hardly have changed since the 16th century. Northleach’s most unusual attraction is Keith Hardings World of Mechanical Music museum. You can take a tour of ‘self-playing instruments’ and musical automata, including music boxes and barrel pianos. Ablington is a mile away from another attractive village, namely Bibury, which is known for its 17th century stone cottages.
For a cottage holiday in the Cotswolds Ablington could be a great choice. Find a lovely place to stay on Country Cottages Online. Choices in this area of England include rural retreats as well as quaint thatched cottages.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Ablington, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Gloucestershire.