Welcome to Winchcombe

Winchcombe is a charming town located in the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire. It is a popular destination for tourists due to its picturesque streets, historic buildings, and stunning countryside views. The town is known for its beautiful architecture, including the 15th-century St. Peter's Church and the 17th-century Alms Houses. Visitors can also explore the ruins of the nearby Sudeley Castle, which was once home to Queen Katherine Parr.

In addition to its rich history, Winchcombe is also a great place for outdoor activities. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and scenic walking trails, including the Cotswold Way. Visitors can also enjoy cycling, horse riding, and fishing in the nearby River Isbourne. The town is also home to several parks and gardens, including the beautiful Abbey Terrace Gardens, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Winchcombe is also known for its vibrant community and lively events calendar. The town hosts several festivals throughout the year, including the Winchcombe Cotswold Festival, which celebrates the town's history and culture. Visitors can also enjoy live music, theatre performances, and art exhibitions at the town's various venues. With its rich history, stunning scenery, and lively community, Winchcombe is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Cotswolds.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Winchcombe Abbey Church Of England Primary School
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Head Teacher
Mrs Sally Johnson
Back Lane
Winchcombe
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5PZ
01242602447
School Website
Winchcombe School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Jonathan Templeton
Greet Road
Winchcombe
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5LB
01242602233
School Website
Gretton Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Richard Woolston
Gretton
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5EY
01242602679
School Website
Isbourne Valley School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Justin Godding
Didbrook
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5PF
01242621341
School Website
Oak Hill Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Adam Greaves
Junior Base
School Road
Alderton
Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire
GL20 8NP
01242620448
School Website
Woodmancote School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Gary Tucker
Station Road
Woodmancote
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 9HN
01242674312
School Website
Gotherington Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Katie Langley
The Lawns
Gotherington
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 9QT
01242675454
School Website
Cleeve School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Alwyn Richards
Two Hedges Road
Bishops Cleeve
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 8AE
01242672546
School Website
Temple Guiting Church Of England School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ann Barry
Temple Guiting
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5RW
01451850304
School Website
Bishops Cleeve Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Shona Swan
Tobyfield Road
Bishops Cleeve
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 8NN
01242673814
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Cheltenham Spa
Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP
6.94 Miles
Ashchurch
Station Road, Ashchurch, Gloucestershire, GL20 8TU
6.96 Miles
Evesham
High Street, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4EQ
9.98 Miles
Moreton-In-Marsh
Station Road, Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 0AA
11.60 Miles
Honeybourne
Station Road, Honeybourne, Worcestershire, WR11 7GN
11.65 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Taylor Private Hire
01242 603651
25 Abbots Leys Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 5QG
0.39 Miles
Driveline Private Hire
01242 676867
Chapel La, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 9HT
3.50 Miles
L And A Cars
01242 675367
Oxbutts Industrial Estate, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 9HW
3.64 Miles
Great Western Cars
01242 673087
Gotherington Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 8EN
3.93 Miles
Bishops Cleeve Private Hire
01242 696676
6 Mill Parade, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 8RL
4.20 Miles
Hatton Chauffeur Services
01242 674616
4 Kayte Close, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 8AX
4.21 Miles
Westway Chauffeuring Ltd
01242 672396
1 Kayte Close, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 8AX
4.21 Miles
Cotswold Travel
01242 808456
16 Kingsclere Drive, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 8TG
4.59 Miles
Airport Plus
01242 808090
16 Kingsclere Drive, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 8TG
4.59 Miles
Royal Blue Cars
01242 704433
2 Arkle Cl, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 4RE
5.69 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Winchcombe Post Office
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Hailes Street
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Barnmeadow
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Binyon Road
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Gloucester Street
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Gretton Rd
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Langley Road
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Greet Street (Estate)
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Cheltenham Road
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Sudeley
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Greet
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Ireley
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Gretton Po Box
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Hailes
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Stanley Pontlarge
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Winchcombe Medical Centre
01242 602307
Winchcombe Medical Centre
Greet Road, Winchcombe
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5GZ
The Stoke Road Surgery,
01242 672007
The Surgery,4 Stoke Road
Bishops Cleeve
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 8RP
Cleevelands Medical Centre
01242 244868
Cleevelands Medical Ctr
Sapphire Road
Cheltenham
GL52 7YU
Berkeley Place Surgery
01242 513975
Wilson Health Centre
236 Prestbury Road
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 3EY
Royal Crescent Surgery
01242 580248
Wilson Health Centre
236 Prestbury Road
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 3EY
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Local Stores

Winchcombe
22-24 North Street
Winchcombe
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5PS
01242 604220
Store Website
0.06 miles
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SPAR - Oxring - Toddington
Abbey Garage
Main Road
Toddington
GL54 5DT
01242 621224
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Abbey Green Vets Ltd
Abbey Cottage
Abbey Terrace
Winchcombe
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5LW
01242 602235
mail@abbeygreenvets.co.uk
Website
0.09 miles
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Open at weekends

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Woodmancote Vets
Oxbutts Industrial Estate
Station Road
Woodmancote
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 9HW
01242 676113
woodmancotevets@yahoo.com
Website
3.62 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Folly Gardens Veterinary Clinic
2 Church Road
Bishops Cleeve
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 8LR
01242 679880
info@follygardens.com
Website
4.13 miles
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Dragon Vets
Prestbury Park
New Barn Lane
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL50 4SH
01242 580 324
info@dragonvet.co.uk
Website
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Vale Wildlife Hospital &Amp; Rehabilitation Centre
Station Road
Beckford
Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire
GL20 7AN
01386 882288
info@valewildlife.org.uk
Website
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Zetland Veterinary Group - Pegasus House Veterinary Centre
230 London Road
Charlton Kings
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 6HW
01242 524935
enquiries@zetlandvets.co.uk
Website
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Local Dog Walks

Cleeve Hill
A Never Ending Set Of Rolling Hills With Panoramic Views Over Cheltenham And Beyond.
Stockwell Lane
Cheltenham
Lancashire
GL52 3PR
2.58 miles

Off The B4632, Drive Up Past The Rising Sun Pub And On The Left There Should Be A Layby You Can Park For Free In. To Get To Cleeve Hill, Cross The Road And To The Right Of Lou'S View There Is A Gate And A Handy Dog Poo Bin Within 5 Meters :)
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Cleeve Common
Overseeing The Valley Of Gloucester &Amp; Cheltenham, This Is Wall Is For All Seasons With Picturesque Views Everywhere You Turn.
Stockwell Lane
Cheltenham
Lancashire
GL52 3PR
2.58 miles

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Dumbleton Hall Grounds
Beautiful Grounds With Lakes, Very Picturesque. The Ground Is Not Flat So Unsuitable For Those With Walking Difficulties.
26 Main St
Evesham
WR11 7TQ
4.86 miles

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Broadway Tower
A Circular Dog Walk At Broadway Tower, In The Cotswolds. Broadway Tower Stands On Beacon Hill, Which Is The Second Highest Point In The Cotswolds. The Tower Itself Is 65 Feet (20 Metres) High.
WR12 7LB
7.73 miles

From Broadway, Head On The A44. You Will See A Brown Road Sign Pointing Your To Turn Right Toward Broadway Tower. Follow This, Heading Up The Road With The Two Posts. After A Short While There Is The Choice Of Off-Road Parking On The Left, Otherwise Head Straight Ahead To The Broadway Tower Car Park.
Cotswold Way From Fish Hill
A Linear Dog Friendly Walk From Fish Hill Heading North East On The Cotswold Way. This Section Of The 102-Mile Long Cotswold Way Long-Distance Footpath Is Between Chipping Campden In The North And Fish Hill, Which Is On The Way To Broadway.
WR12 7LD
7.93 miles

From Broadway, Head On The A44. You Will See A Road Sign To Fish Hill Picnic Area. Take The Road On The Left Here And The Car Park Is Just On The Left Here.
Devils Chimney
A Short, Circular Dog Walk Through Woodland, Reaching Devil's Chimney, A Limestone Rock Formation.
Lancashire
GL53 9QL
7.93 miles

Follow The A436 Toward Stow-On-The-Wold. After A Roundabout, Follow The Road Sign To Leckhampton/Ullenwood, Which Is An Immediate Left Turn. Follow This Road North. Continue Straight At The Crossroads. Then Take The Second Road On The Right, Which Is Hartley Lane. Continue Straight, Then Take A Track On The Left - The Car Park Will Be On Your Right.
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