A-Z of the Cotswolds: Places-People-History

The Cotswold Hills are a large swathe of south central England, characterized by local limestone and rolling hills. They became a prosperous center of the wool trade in the Middle Ages, with many fine buildings and landmarks. The A–Z of the Cotswolds provides an illustrated tour of its history, including notable buildings, famous residents, and lesser-known facts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 July 2022
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

The Cotswold Hills span a vast expanse across south-central England, predominantly inhabiting Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, but also extending into portions of Somerset, Wiltshire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire. The region's distinctive limestone terrain sets it apart, serving as the primary source of construction materials for its towns and villages. In the Middle Ages, the rolling hills proved ideal for sheep farming, transforming the area into a thriving hub of the wool trade. This period witnessed the construction of numerous exquisite buildings, including churches, many of which date back to the Middle Ages and later centuries. A-Z of the Cotswolds offers an in-depth exploration of the region's history. It showcases renowned landmarks, notable figures, and delves into lesser-known aspects of the Cotswolds, uncovering its hidden treasures. The book covers significant moments in the region's history, as well as its notable buildings and natural landmarks. Beautifully illustrated, this A-Z tour of Cotswolds history appeals to anyone with an interest in this captivating part of England.

Weight: 282g
Dimension: 233 x 165 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445693743