Museums · South East England
Stow-on-the-Wold
In or near Daylesford.
Stow-on-the-Wold — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Moreton-in-Marsh · 7.1 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Stow-on-the-Wold is a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
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Official information
Stow-on-the-Wold is a market town located in the Cotswolds, known for its historical significance and charming architecture. Visitors can explore its quaint shops, traditional pubs, and the picturesque town square.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Stow-on-the-Wold is a museum located in the West Midlands. It offers insights into the local history and heritage of the area. The museum's exhibits reflect the town's significance as a market centre in the Cotswolds.
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- Coordinates
- 51.9300, -1.7225
- County
- Gloucestershire
- District
- Cotswold
- Parish
- Stow-on-the-Wold
- Postcode
- GL54 1BH
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Cotswolds
- Nearest railway station
- Moreton-in-Marsh — 7.1 km
Sources
- wikipedia: Stow-on-the-Wold (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stow-on-the-Wold?
- Stow-on-the-Wold is in Gloucestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode GL54 1BH), in the parish of Stow-on-the-Wold.
- What is Stow-on-the-Wold?
- Stow-on-the-Wold — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Stow-on-the-Wold?
- The nearest railway station is Moreton-in-Marsh, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode GL54 1BH.
- Is Stow-on-the-Wold a protected site?
- Yes — Stow-on-the-Wold is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Stow-on-the-Wold?
- The nearest railway station is Moreton-in-Marsh, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GL54 1BH.