August Bank holiday Cottages in the Cotswolds 2027

The August Bank Holiday is a wonderful time to experience the Cotswolds, with long summer days, beautiful countryside and plenty happening across the region. Whether you’re planning a romantic long weekend, a family getaway or a few days away with friends, a self-catering cottage gives you the freedom to enjoy the bank holiday at your own pace.

Things to do over the August Bank Holiday weekend

Make the most of late summer with a countryside walk, find a garden and enjoy a picnic, or spend the afternoon exploring some of the Cotswolds’ best-known towns and villages. Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, Burford, Chipping Campden and Cirencester are all wonderful places for independent shops, cafés and traditional Cotswold pubs.

There’s usually plenty happening at this time of year too. Take a look at our guide to summer in the Cotswolds and our latest Cotswold festivals for inspiration when planning your stay.

Find your perfect Cotswold Bank Holiday cottage

Our August Bank Holiday collection includes holiday cottages throughout the Cotswolds, from romantic boltholes made for two to larger country homes where family and friends can spend the weekend together. You can also narrow your search to find dog-friendly cottages, family-friendly stays, luxury Cotswold cottages and properties with features such as hot tubs and beautiful gardens.

With the August Bank Holiday falling on Monday 30th August 2027, booking ahead gives you the best choice of properties for one of the final long weekends of the summer. Browse the available cottages above and start planning your Cotswold escape.