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Bibury

A tiny Cotswold village famous for Arlington Row, a line of 17th-century weavers' cottages by the River Coln — one of the most photographed scenes in England.

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Time needed
1 hour
Entry
Free
Best time
Early morning
Area
South Cotswolds

Arlington Row, the most photographed cottages in England.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Arlington Row, Bibury, Cirencester

  • Car: 15 minutes from Cirencester.
  • Tour: Most Cotswolds day tours from London stop here.
  • Parking: Very limited; arrive early.

The story of Bibury

Arlington Row was built in 1380 as a wool store and converted into weavers' cottages in the 1600s. It appears inside every British passport.

The village also has a trout farm and a meadow called Rack Isle where cloth was once dried.

Best time to visit

Best season

Spring and summer.

Best time of day

Before 9am.

Weekends

Very busy.

Tips before you go

  • Arrive early before tour buses.
  • Respect residents: people live in the cottages.
  • Walk along the River Coln.

Best hotels near Bibury

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Hotels in Castle Combe

Manor houses.

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Hotels in Cirencester

Market town base.

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Hotels in Bourton-on-the-Water

Village stays.

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All hotels near Bibury

What's around Bibury

  • Cirencester15 minutes.
  • Bourton-on-the-Water20 minutes.
  • Burford20 minutes.

Questions travellers ask

Is it free?

Yes.

How long do I need?

About 1 hour.

Why is it famous?

Arlington Row is on British passports.

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