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Arlington Row on Awkward Hill is a nationally notable architectural conservation area depicted on the inside cover of all United Kingdom passports. It is a popular visitor attraction, reportedly one of the most photographed Cotswold scenes.
Arlington Row, the most photographed view in Bibury, is one of the most popular visitor attractions in the Cotswolds, and probably one of the most photographed Cotswold scenes. As famous landmarks go, this competes with anything else the Cotswolds has to offer.
- Bibury, Gloucestershire
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- What Is Arlington Row?
- The History of Arlington Row
- Mind Boggling Arlington Row Facts You Didn’T Know Before
- Things to Do in Arlington Row
- Admire The Quaint Cottages
- Who Lives in Arlington Row?
- Tips For Arlington Row Photography
- Book A Stay at Number 9
- Walk Down The Rack Isle
- Check Out The National Trust Wildfowl Reserve
Arlington Row is a pretty set of honey-coloured, grade I listed cottages that date all the way back the 14th century. They are perched near the banks of the River Coln, next to a Wildfowl Reserve and sit on top of the aptly named Awkward Hill in the Civil Parish of Arlington. They originally had their humble beginnings as a wool storehouse, then we...
These beautiful cottages were built all the way back in the 1380s as a monastic wool storehouse. As there were two mills in the parish in the middle ages, the area became very prosperous from trading. The storehouse was later converted into weavers cottages in the 17th century and the workers who lived inside these homes would produce woollen cloth...
Passports – Arlington Row features inside the very first page of British Passports! Surprisingly, the image of this street is a way to tell a real passport from a forgery.
There aren’t a wealth of attractions in this street, it’s mainly just a row of houses to oggle at! But, there are a few things to do around here and just nearby that make it worth visiting. From staying at number 9, a stroll along the Rack Isle and admiring the old mill. Here is what to do in Arlington Row Bibury;
The main thing that you should do here is simply enjoying a stroll down the row and admire all the beautiful ancient cottages. You’ll find flowers growing in spring and summer, fall foliage colours in autumn and they also look adorable with the winter frost and smoke coming from the chimneys. There is something all year to see and they are truly ti...
Beyond a tourist attraction, there are tenants living in Arlington Row and this is their home. They will take great pleasure in reminding you of that! There is no public access to the cottages themselves (save the one you can rent). So, be respectful and don’t pry into windows or walk on private gardens. But, above all, these cottages are located o...
Another common complaint by visitors is how busy these cottages get and how getting photos is difficult due to the constant stream of tour groups walking by. However, there are a few tips and tricks I know to avoid the crowds and get some good shots while you’re here. First off is visiting in the right season. The Cotswolds in summer is always over...
Did you know that you can call 9 Arlington Row home for the night?! The National Trust has saved one property on the strip that can be rented as a Holiday Home. So, you can close the door on snap-happy tourists and enjoy this nest all to yourself! It has two floors, two bedrooms and can house up to 3 guests at a time. There is also a private garden...
If you walk down to the end of Awkward Hill and make a right turn, you’ll find the famous Rack Isle that sits next to the wetland meadow. Here you’ll find a rickety wooden fence that lines the whole walk from the cottages to Arlington Mill. Years ago, this would be where the weavers would hang their woollen cloths after the degreasing in the mill! ...
While you’re walking along the Rack Isle, the boggy meadow that’s sandwiched between the village and River Coln is part of the National Trust Wildfowl Reserve. It’s a crucial habitat for many wild animals, fish, insects and plants which live in harmony in this ecosystem. So, keep your eyes peeled and see what wildlife you can find! There will be wa...
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Arlington Row is a beautiful row of houses in the lovely village of Bibury. It does get very busy and we stopped off after 3pm and the parking was very very minimal. We just managed to grab a parking spot along the main road but it was a tight squeeze!
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Apr 12, 2024 · Once described as “the most beautiful village in England”, Bibury attracts legions of visitors each year and the picturesque group of former weavers’ cottages known as Arlington Row is one of the most photographed Cotswold scenes.
Arlington Row. England, Europe. Top choice in The Cotswolds. Bibury's most famous attraction, this ravishing row of rustic cottages – as seen in movies like Stardust – was originally a 14th-century wool store, before being converted into workers’ lodgings.
Discover the charming Cotswold village of Bibury, with its historic Arlington Row cottages, as well as Rack Isle, a boggy water meadow and an important habitat for wildlife.
