Cotswold Way Traveller Reviews

My wife and I had long thought of walking along the Cotswold Way - ever since my parents did the same 40 years ago - and this year we finally got around to it. It was the best holiday we have had in a long time, walking the 102 miles between Chipping Campden and Bath through some of the best of the British countryside, and staying at a variety of B&Bs, small hotels and inns along the way. There were some steep slopes - both up and down - but nothing too arduous, and our main luggage was transported for us to the next stop each day, so it was good to be able to travel light. The scenery was magnificent, varying from long views to the Severn estuary and Wales, to woodland walks and pretty (almost too pretty!) villages. We had a wonderful time.

What made the holiday special, and so easy-going, was the meticulous organisation by Mickledore Travel, from the initial booking to the end of the trip. Everything worked magnificently, from seamless baggage transfers to taxis (for occasional rides to more-distant accommodation) arriving precisely when and where we had been told. The booklet providing individual day-by-day notes on the walk, and all the details of what we would find on the way, gave us everything we could need, so we were just left to enjoy the walking. I know it is a cliché, but Mickledore really did exceed our expectations.

I was a walking holiday around the Cotswolds villages. As I have got older I cannot walk the same distances and Mickledore suggested this holiday which was excellent

Mickledore were helpful offering advice whilst I chose the holiday nothing was too much trouble. I made slight amendments which they accommodated and I felt that they cared for me

We had a fantastic time -- beautiful views, great weather, lovely fellow hikers, and wonderful accommodations along the way!

Mickledore did a fine job pacing our days and ending with nice accomodations.

We booked 2 10-day walking holidays with rest and transition days. We started our holiday with the Cotswold Way, walking from Chipping Campden to Bath. We spend a couple of days in Bath visiting sights before transitioning to Winchester to walk the South Downs Way to Eastbourne. We chose these 2 walks as we really enjoy being in nature for our holidays; we used to do self-contained bike tours. These 2 walks also showed us the similarities and differences between these 2 nearby regions of the UK that we had not visited before. We met interesting people, both locals and visitors/walkers; walked beautiful countrysides; experienced a trail system unlike any we have ever been on; had great accommodations; and enjoyed good food. All-in-all, a terrific time.

We booked back-to-back walking holidays with Mickledore Travel this past winter of 2024. They quickly arranged 2 separate 10-day walking holidays, Cotswold Way and South Downs Way, with rest and transition days. They also provided a very responsive resource for train travel. All our reserved accommodations with breakfast were top drawer. Materials provided prior to our departure to the UK were very timely in our receiving them. Our printed and web-based documents were easy to read and use. Arranged taxi service was terrific. Luggage transfers took place as planned. Phone and email discussions regarding bookings and some changes after the bookings were very easy. Because of their service, our 30 days in the UK were an absolute delight. This was our second booking with Mickledore, and we plan to book with them again.

Just finished the Cotswold Way with Mickledore Walking Holidays and it was great!. Everything was arranged perfectly. B&B's and hotels where great, especially the smaller family owned places where brilliant. I would for sure use them again for my future adventures.

They did a perfect job. Communication was easy, responded fast to emails. The travel kit contains everything you need and more... Nice app as well so you don't need to bring extra documents with you.

We had a lovely holiday walking the 102mile Cotswold Way with Mickledore. The surroundings are beautiful with enough variety along the way to keep you interested. Wonderful woodland, amazing wildflower meadows, and some very pretty villages and towns. For those who like walking holidays in the uk this is to be recommended, especially in May and June.

Everything went smoothly. No hitches with B&b bookings, taxi transfers and luggage transportation. The accommodation was generally of a good to excellent standard. A couple of rooms were on the small side. Otherwise I would certainly recommend.

We walked from Chipping Camden to Painswick over 5 days, roughly 50 miles. Mickledore handled to bookings and transfer of luggage. We had a wonderful experience and Mickledore was most responsive to our needs. There was plenty of time to explore many of the historic sites as the walk went adjacent to them or just a short distance off the Way

Mickledore is an excellent operator for walking vacations. Our lodgings varied from B+B's, to Pubs/Inns to a Hotel, all quite nice and suitable. We booked many meals in advance but had no problems getting seating when we did not have reservations.The staff at the Inns and the B+B owners were quite helpful, even providing transport short distances when taxis not available.

This being the fifth Mickledore holiday I have had, I knew the experience would be good. The accommodation in Painswick, an historic village, was a delight, as was dinner in the old coaching Inn. The Way is well marked, and though the weather was not brilliant every day, it was compensated for by the superb views and delightful people we met en route. One very wet afternoon, we capitulated and took a taxi to our destination, as we decided we were out for fun, not an army recruitment operation. I organised dinner at all our stops before we left, which was a good idea, as some places we chose were very busy. I highly recommend this walk, and if you can, have an extra day in Bath before returning home. There is so much to see, and sitting on a stone seat in the Baths, used by Romans 2000 years ago, was a sobering experience. We are merely travellers on this earth!

I have recommended Mickledore after all my walking holidays with them. They are courteous, efficient, understanding (even when I missed a payment after their email went into my Junk box.) It is good to know they are there to help in an emergency, and their information on taxis, eating places, shops etc. are excellent. As is the guide book with the Way well drawn and explained. I have seen the information from other firms doing the same walk, and they are not as efficient.

Walked the Cotswolds way, staying in B and B’s and having luggage transported. 102 miles in 8 walking days.

Mickledore is very responsive - both before and during the trip. This is the third trip we have done with them, and we have been completely pleased each time!

I walked Cotswold Way From Chipping Camden to Bath in August 2023. I was solo, Mickeledore was able to book single en suite accommodation in every village along the way. They recommended booking evening meal in advance and provided informaiton how to do it. Luggage was deliverd promptlhy.

Operator was very responsve prior to the trip and there was always somebody available on the phone during the trip. I received good directions to follow the route.