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Cotswolds travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Cotswolds with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Cotswolds.
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Cotswolds travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to the Cotswolds with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Time difference | UK +0 hours |
Language(s) | English |
Currency | Pound Sterling |
Electricity | G plug (230V) |
Driving side | Left |
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The Cotswolds weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Cirencester.
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Cotswolds travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Cotswolds from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- Irish traveller advice for the Cotswolds - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for the Cotswolds - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for the Cotswolds - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for the Cotswolds - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the Cotswolds - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Cotswolds.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Cotswolds travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Cotswolds with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the Cotswolds - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the Cotswolds - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the Cotswolds - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Cotswolds, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Cotswolds covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in the Cotswolds with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for the Cotswolds - UK Health Security Agency
- Coronavirus timeline in the Cotswolds - Coronalevel.com
- Latest info on travel to the Cotswolds - Department for Transport for England
Cotswolds FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Cotswolds including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
What is the time difference between the Cotswolds and the UK?
The time difference between the Cotswolds and the UK is UK time+0 hours.
What is the main language spoken in the Cotswolds?
The main language spoken in the Cotswolds is English.
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What is the currency in the Cotswolds?
The currency in the Cotswolds is the Pound Sterling (GBP).
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Which plugs are used in the Cotswolds?
Cotswolds uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Cotswolds?
They drive on the left side of the road in the Cotswolds.
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