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« on: August 09, 2009, 06:37:46 PM » |
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Regularly voted one of the prettiest villages in England, Bourton-on-the-Water has more than its share of Cotswold houses and cottages, many of them three hundred years old, some dating back to Elizabethan times four hundred years ago. Although well worth a visit in its own right, it also boasts several attractions, including....
Birdland which is set in woodland, river and gardens. this natural setting is inhabited by over 500 birds. Flamingos, pelicans, penguins, cranes, storks, cassowary and waterfowl can be seen on various aspects of the water habitat. Over 50 aviaries of parrots, falcons, pheasants, hornbills, toucans, touracos, pigeons, ibis and many more. The Tropical, Toucan and Desert Houses are home to the more delicate species.
The Model Village which is behind the Old New Inn and is a one ninth scale model of Bourton-on-the-Water. Here you will find the River Windrush with its distinctive bridges, the beeches, willows and chestnuts all in miniature. At the churches you can hear the choirs. The buildings are constructed and maintained in Cotswold stone from the local quarry. Built by local craftsmen in the 1930's it was opened to the public in 1937 on Coronation Day. A unique experience which appeals to all ages, the Model Village remains one of the Cotswolds most popular tourist attractions.
And, The Cotswold Motor Museum. Though the main focus is on motoring, the Museum is full of the everyday paraphernalia that made motoring so popular including picnic sets from the 1920s, alongside caravans, radio sets, gramophones and knitted swimsuits. The Museum seems to be growing rapidly and is well worth a visit.
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« Reply #1 on: August 09, 2009, 06:39:41 PM » |
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Me and the old cow at the motor museum.....
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« Reply #2 on: August 09, 2009, 06:40:21 PM » |
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See who i pulled....
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« Reply #3 on: August 09, 2009, 06:43:14 PM » |
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« Reply #4 on: August 09, 2009, 06:47:34 PM » |
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« Reply #5 on: August 09, 2009, 06:53:27 PM » |
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Didnt have my camera so this is just a taster taken on the phone cam.
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« Reply #6 on: August 09, 2009, 06:58:01 PM » |
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« Reply #7 on: August 09, 2009, 07:00:21 PM » |
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« Reply #8 on: August 09, 2009, 07:19:01 PM » |
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I love that museum, to me it's by far the best bit of Bourton - and I've never been there when it's crowded, most people seem to be too busy gawping at the pretty village.
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« Reply #9 on: August 09, 2009, 10:30:06 PM » |
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Looks like a great day out TB. I think we'd better start up a page for you in the Places to visit bit of the main site -TBone's Travels.  |
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« Reply #10 on: August 12, 2009, 08:09:39 PM » |
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. Yeah Mrs T and i do like to get out n about away from it all, well i think she tries to get away from me but i just follow
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« Reply #11 on: August 16, 2009, 06:50:37 PM » |
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Went there today, stayed overnight at Moreton-in-Marsh, had a look around Stow on the Wold and the Bourton. Did not look around the museum this time (A few classic cars were parked outside) but plan to the next time, Thanks TB for pointing the place out, its a very nice area and Mrs Plan said its on the list of places to visit soon. Took this photo in Stow, spot the odd one out |
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« Reply #12 on: August 16, 2009, 07:19:34 PM » |
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Nice family photo.  |
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« Reply #13 on: August 17, 2009, 07:04:35 AM » |
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Your welcome `Doctor` |
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« Reply #14 on: August 17, 2009, 08:30:17 PM » |
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If you saw a blue trike going through Stow about 11-ish that was me!
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