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51.636°N 2.158°W. / 51.636; -2.158. Tetbury is a town and civil parish inside the Cotswold district in Gloucestershire, England. It lies on the site of an ancient hill fort, on which an Anglo-Saxon monastery was founded, probably by Ine of Wessex, in 681.
Tetbury is well situated as a centre for touring the Cotswolds, as it is 10 miles from Cirencester, 5 miles from Malmesbury and gives easy access to Bath by car or bus.
Tetbury is in an area of outstanding natural beauty and the second largest town in the Cotswolds. It is the home of HRH Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales, and the Duchess of Cornwall. Today, it is better associated with boutique shops, great food, and its Royal Connections.
Feb 22, 2023 · By Local Expert. Last updated: 22 February 2023. The southern gateway to the Cotswolds, Tetbury has an abundance of history dating over 1300 years. This former wool town is home to an impressive array of architectural gems as well as being known for its antique shops and royal connections.
Feb 2, 2024 · Tetbury; Tetbury, Gloucestershire. Tetbury is a town steeped in history and can be found in one of the most beautiful parts of the Cotswolds, approximately 12 miles from Cirencester. Essentially a sleepy Cotswold town, Tetbury is perhaps closer to its origins that other Cotswold places and wonderful arcitecture can be found wherever you look.
Where is Tetbury? Getting to Tetbury. Where to park in Tetbury. Quick history of Tetbury. Things to do in Tetbury Cotswolds. Tetbury Goods Shed Arts Centre. Spot Tetbury dolphins (the town’s emblem) Antique shopping. Tetbury Market Hall. Highgrove shop. Hunt for wisteria. Climb Chipping Steps. St Mary The Virgin’s Church. Tetbury Police Museum.
Situated on the site of an ancient hill fort and an Anglo Saxon monastery, the town has a population of around 5500 residents. Tetbury is approximately 12 miles south of Cirencester (the capital of the Cotswolds) and has some notable neighbours. Putting the royal in Royal Tetbury.
