Broadway Tower Walk and Map

Starting in the picturesque village of Broadway, the walk immediately immerses you in quintessential English charm. The village is known for its stunning Cotswold stone houses and a tree-lined High Street that’s home to an array of boutique shops, traditional pubs, and cozy cafés. It’s worth taking a moment to enjoy the village before setting off, perhaps with a coffee from one of the local cafés, as you prepare for the adventure ahead.

The walk to Broadway Tower begins along the High Street before leading you out into the open countryside. As you leave the village behind, the route takes you through tree-lined lanes and over gentle hills, with the impressive Broadway Tower serving as your distant beacon. This well-known landmark, perched high on Broadway Hill near the Gloucestershire-Worcestershire border, draws you closer with every step.

Broadway Tower is more than just a scenic backdrop; it’s a destination that requires a bit of effort to reach. The climb up Broadway Hill is a moderate challenge, but the reward at the top is well worth the energy spent. As you approach Broadway Tower, the landscape opens up, offering panoramic views that stretch across the Cotswolds and beyond. On a clear day, you can see as far as twelve counties—making it a must for those who appreciate sweeping, uninterrupted scenery.

Broadway Tower itself is a fascinating piece of history, standing 65 feet tall and designed in the late 18th century by renowned architect James Wyatt. Once a retreat for artists like William Morris, the tower now houses exhibitions and a viewing platform, providing even more ways to enjoy the stunning vistas.

For a well-deserved break, the Morris & Brown Café near the tower is a great spot to relax and enjoy refreshments before heading back. The return journey takes you down the escarpment, offering more beautiful views as you descend. The walk ends back in Broadway, where you can treat yourself to a meal or a drink at one of the many pubs and cafés that line the High Street, reflecting on a day well spent.

Whether you’re drawn by the promise of panoramic views, the charm of a Cotswold village, or the appeal of a historic tower, the Broadway Tower Walk delivers on all fronts. It’s a walk that captures the essence of the Cotswolds, combining natural beauty with rich history and plenty of opportunities to indulge along the way.

Car park:

Paid parking at start

Walk distance:

2.75 miles

Pubs and cafes:

Lygon Arms, Broadway

Horse and Hound, Broadway.