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About Minchinhampton
Minchinhampton, lies in high ground to the edge of the Cotswold region, above Stroud and the glorious Slad Valley. Uniquely, Minchinhampton is reached only by a narrow winding road that climbs upwards and travels across remote and windswept common land, it is perhaps the least accessible of all Cotswold towns and villages. If it is remote, then Minchinhampton is also tiny. It has narrow streets that are lined with attractive mellow cotswold stone houses and cottages and the High Street shows some fine examples 17th and early 18th-century architecture. Other buildings in the town include the ancient collumned Market House which is late 17th-century, the towns elegant Market cross and the imposing church of the Holy Trinity, which like many other Cotswold churches was built from 'wool money' in the days when the region was awash with wealthy wool merchants. The church originated in the 12th-century, and has been altered, added too, and refurbished many times. Doubtless, the most equisite pieces in the church were at the behest of wool money and this is likely to be true of the glorious 14th-century transcept which has a magnificent rose window and some wonderful stained glass. The church is crowned by a most unusual tower. If churches can be said to be delightful, then this is one, it is well worth a visit.
There are several historic sites in the area, some are on Minchinhampton Common, owned by the National Trust. Rodborough Common has an unusual fort and from here there are spectacular views that extend across Stroud and the Slad Valley. Interestingly, Gatcombe Park, the home of H.R.H. Anne, Princess Royal, is just a short distance from Minchinhampton.
Ancient though Minchinhampton may be, it does have quaint and interesting shops including an antique shop. It is an enchanting little place and well worth a visit
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Minchinhampton
| Painswick Rococo Gardens | (6.1 miles, 9.8 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Westonbirt Arboretum | (6.8 miles, 11.0 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Frampton Manor | (8.8 miles, 14.2 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Frampton Court | (8.9 miles, 14.3 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Robinswood Hill Country Park | (9.0 miles, 14.5 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Abbey House Gardens | (9.2 miles, 14.8 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Malmesbury Abbey | (9.2 miles, 14.8 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust | (9.2 miles, 14.9 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Crickley Hill Country Park | (10.8 miles, 17.4 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Gloucester Docks | (11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Berkeley Castle | (11.5 miles, 18.5 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Gloucester Cathedral | (11.7 miles, 18.9 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Westbury Court Garden | (12.5 miles, 20.2 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Chedworth Roman Villa | (14.2 miles, 22.8 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Littledean Hall | (14.6 miles, 23.5 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
All attractions in MinchinhamptonAll attractions in GloucestershireComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Minchinhampton
Nailsworth in the county of Gloucestershire (1.4 miles, 2.3 km, direction SW)
Nailsworth is a handsome town that has a history stretching back to beyond Roman times.
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Eastcombe in the county of Gloucestershire (2.5 miles, 4.1 km, direction NE)
Eastcombe is a beautiful hilltop village nestling in the heart of the Cotswolds.
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Bisley in the county of Gloucestershire (3.8 miles, 6.2 km, direction NE)
The village of Bisley is all charm. It has an excellent collection of very fine buildings as well as some interesting local folklore.
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Dursley in the county of Gloucestershire (7.2 miles, 11.5 km, direction W)
Dursley is an ancient place, set in lush greenery to the edge of the Cotswolds in the midst of the beautiful Vale of Berkley, close to the River Severn.
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Crudwell in the county of Wiltshire (7.2 miles, 11.7 km, direction SE)
Visitors will find this a restful place, there is a serene atmosphere, pleasant properties in lovely country lanes, and a nice friendly village inn.
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Duntisbourne Abbots in the county of Gloucestershire (7.6 miles, 12.3 km, direction NE)
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Slimbridge in the county of Gloucestershire (8.1 miles, 13.0 km, direction W)
A visit to Slimbridge in the county of Gloucestershire not only offers the opportunity to explore a wealth of wildlife habitation, but the chance to savour some of the loveliest scenery in the Shire.
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Wotton under Edge in the county of Gloucestershire (8.3 miles, 13.4 km, direction SW)
This charming Cotswold village boasts a finely restored 14th-15th century church which retains some good brasses and an old Organ...
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Ewen in the county of Gloucestershire (8.5 miles, 13.7 km, direction E)
Leafy lanes, tree lined roads and thatched country cottages form the character of this delightful hamlet through which an infant river Thames courses on its way through the lovely Cotswolds.
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Frampton on Severn in the county of Gloucestershire (8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction NW)
An ancient interesting village with a village green surrounded by beautiful half timbered properties
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Malmesbury in the county of Wiltshire (9.0 miles, 14.4 km, direction SE)
The town stakes its claim to be the oldest borough in England on the fact that it was granted a charter in the year 924 by King Edward
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Birdlip in the county of Gloucestershire (9.2 miles, 14.9 km, direction N)
The winding drive up the steeply rising hill to the ancient village of Birdlip provides magnificent views all around
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Cirencester in the county of Gloucestershire (9.5 miles, 15.3 km, direction E)
Originally known in Roman times as Corinium Dobunorum, the town of Cirencester in those far off day's was the second largest town in England.
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Gloucester in the county of Gloucestershire (11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction N)
Looking at the lively City we see today, it is hard to believe that Gloucester was once a tiny port on the River Severn.
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Berkeley in the county of Gloucestershire (11.6 miles, 18.6 km, direction W)
The town is mostly Georgian, with the most dominant feature being its centuries old castle, surrounded by buttressed walls which are 14 ft-thick in parts.
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All towns in GloucestershireComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Stroud Station | (2.9 miles, 4.6 km, direction NW) |
| Stonehouse Station | (4.6 miles, 7.4 km, direction NW) |
| M5 Junction 13 | (7.0 miles, 11.2 km, direction NW) |
| M5 Junction 12 | (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction NW) |
| Bristol International Airport | (31.8 miles, 51.1 km, direction SW) |
| Cardiff International Airport | (54.4 miles, 87.5 km, direction W) |
| Minchinhampton to London | (89.8 miles, 144.5 km, direction E) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Minchinhampton
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Minchinhampton center |
| Burleigh Court Hotel | (0.8 miles, 1.3 km) |
| Amberley Inn | (1.3 miles, 2.2 km, direction W) |
| Egypt Mill Hotel | (1.4 miles, 2.3 km, direction W) |
| The Imperial Hotel | (3.1 miles, 4.9 km, direction NW) |
| The Crown Inn | (3.4 miles, 5.4 km, direction E) |
| Hunters Hall Inn | (4.4 miles, 7.0 km, direction SW) |
| The Royal Oak Inn, Tetbury | (4.6 miles, 7.5 km, direction S) |
| The Priory Inn | (4.7 miles, 7.5 km, direction S) |
| The Ormond At Tetbury | (4.8 miles, 7.7 km, direction S) |
| The Close Hotel | (4.8 miles, 7.8 km, direction S) |
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