Cotswolds Parking — Starter Sheet (FREE)

Where to park + what not to do in the places everyone visits.

If Cotswolds parking stresses you out, it’s not you — it’s the timing and the layout. This free PDF gives you the primary + backup car parks (with postcodes) for the busiest villages, plus the exact “what to do if it’s full” notes that stop you wasting 20 minutes looping. 

What you’ll get

• A 4-page PDF you can save to your phone (and use in the car)
• Primary + backup car parks (with postcodes) for the key places
• Free parking options where they exist (with “check signage” reminders)
• Blunt, practical notes like:
• best arrival times to avoid the 11:00–15:00 chaos window
• what not to do (double yellows, driveways, narrow lanes, “just try” mistakes)
• what to do if it’s full (swap order and save your day)
• A quick “final check before you drive” checklist

Places included

Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Broadway, Cirencester, Chipping Campden, Moreton-in-Marsh, Burford, Castle Combe, Tetbury, Lacock.

Who this is for

• First-time Cotswolds visitors who don’t want the trip ruined by parking stress
• Anyone driving in on a weekend / school holiday
• People who want a simple system (park once, walk more) instead of guessing

How to use it (best results)

1. Pick your stop(s) for the day
2. Save the primary + backup car parks in Google Maps
3. Screenshot the backup (signal can be patchy)
4. If it’s full, use the “swap order” advice inside the sheet 
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If you’re not sure where to go next, I also offer my Cotswolds Weekend Blueprint:

3 ready-made weekends + a Google Map with pins for the best pubs, farm shops, coffee spots, and photo locations — so you can just follow the plan and enjoy the trip.

And if you want something tailored to you (your pace, dates, interests, where you’re staying), you can book a 1:1 itinerary consult with me (DM me on Instagram). 

FAQ

Is this really free?

Yes — it’s a free download.

Does it include postcodes?

Yes — the car parks listed include postcodes so you can plug them straight into Google Maps.

Is this up to date?

This is based on local, practical guidance — but signage and rules can change, so always check the car park signs when you arrive. (That’s why the sheet includes a “verify” reminder.)

Is this the full guide?

This is the Starter Sheet — designed to stop the common parking mistakes fast.