Day trip from London · Small group

Clarkson’s Farm & Cotswolds Day Tour from London

Visit three Clarkson’s Farm locations and three celebrated Cotswolds stops on a relaxed full-day small-group tour from London.

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↻Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before departure
◷10.5 hoursDepart 7:30 am
◎Small group
◉Live tour guideEnglish

Highlights

  • Visit Diddly Squat Farm Shop, the Hawkstone Brewery Tap Room and The Farmer’s Dog.
  • Explore Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water and Bibury with Arlington Row.
  • Travel the scenic Cotswolds back roads with an English-speaking driver-guide.
  • Enjoy independent time for photographs, refreshments, shopping and lunch.

Full description

Leave London for a full-day journey through Clarkson country and the Cotswolds. Travel in a comfortable executive small-group minibus with an English-speaking driver-guide, combining locations connected with the television series with three of the region’s best-known towns and villages.
The itinerary is designed for fans of Clarkson’s Farm and visitors who also want to experience the honey-coloured villages, riverside scenery and countryside that make the Cotswolds famous.
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Diddly Squat Farm Shop. Visit Jeremy Clarkson’s well-known farm shop near Chadlington. Take photographs, enjoy the surrounding countryside and browse for local produce or souvenirs when queues and opening conditions allow.
Stow-on-the-Wold. Pause in this historic hilltop market town, known for its old coaching inns, market square, antique shops and the yew tree-flanked doorway of St Edward’s Church.
Hawkstone Brewery Tap Room. Stop at the home of Hawkstone beer for a quick drink, refreshments or souvenirs. This is a tap-room visit and does not include a brewery tour.
Bourton-on-the-Water. Enjoy the main lunch stop beside the River Windrush. Walk across the low stone bridges, browse independent shops and take in the atmosphere of the “Venice of the Cotswolds”.
Bibury and Arlington Row. Walk beside the River Coln and see one of England’s most photographed rows of historic honey-coloured cottages.
The Farmer’s Dog. Finish with an extended stop at Jeremy Clarkson’s countryside pub. Enjoy time for a drink or food, explore the Grand Tour tent and take in views across the surrounding farmland.
Return to London Paddington is expected at approximately 6:00 pm. The order and timings may change because of traffic, weather, queues, venue access or local events. Appearances by Jeremy Clarkson or other cast members are never guaranteed.

Your itinerary

London Paddington · 7:30 am

Meet your driver-guide and settle into your executive vehicle.

Diddly Squat Farm Shop · 45 minutes

Take photographs, enjoy the farm setting and browse when queues and opening conditions allow.

Stow-on-the-Wold · 30 minutes

Explore the historic market square, old coaching inns and characterful lanes.

Hawkstone Brewery Tap Room · 30 minutes

Stop for a quick drink, refreshments or souvenirs at the home of Hawkstone beer.

Bourton-on-the-Water · 1 hour 15 minutes

Enjoy time for lunch and walk beside the River Windrush and its low stone bridges.

Bibury & Arlington Row · 30 minutes

Walk beside the River Coln and see the famous historic cottages of Arlington Row.

The Farmer’s Dog · 90 minutes or longer

Relax at the countryside pub, visit the Grand Tour tent and enjoy the surrounding views.

London Paddington · around 6:00 pm

Relax on the return journey after a full day in Clarkson country and the Cotswolds.

What’s included

Included

  • Full-day guided tour
  • Executive air-conditioned transport
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Small group
  • All six listed stops

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Guaranteed entry to Diddly Squat Farm Shop
  • Hawkstone brewery tour
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Bus stop opposite Lite Bite Cafe Bar, 7 London Street, London

Meeting point: Bus stop opposite Lite Bite Cafe Bar, 7 London Street, London. Breakfast and refreshments are available at the café from 7:00 am. Please arrive by 7:15 am to board; the coach departs at 7:30 am. The tour returns to London Paddington at approximately 6:00 pm.

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Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable shoes and bring clothing suitable for changeable British weather.
  • Diddly Squat Farm Shop can have long queues, so entry to the shop cannot be guaranteed.
  • The brewery stop is a tap-room visit and does not include a brewery tour.
  • Food and drinks are not included; Bourton-on-the-Water is the main lunch stop.
  • The itinerary order may change because of traffic, weather, queues or venue access.
  • Return time is approximate, so avoid booking tight onward connections.

What guests say about Shakespeare Coaches

Genuine Tripadvisor review excerpts from our Cotswolds tours. These are company reviews of the Cotswolds experience described by each guest.

“A fantastic full-day experience exploring the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon from London.”

Carolyn Z

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“One of the best tour I ever did; Paul knows the area super well with a lot of anecdotes.”

josephine d

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“Our journey with Shakespeare Coaches from Moreton in Marsh was both enlightening and enjoyable.”

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Frequently asked questions

Will we meet Jeremy Clarkson or other cast members?

No. Cast appearances are never guaranteed, although you will visit locations connected with the programme.

Can we enter Diddly Squat Farm Shop?

Entry depends on opening conditions and queue lengths. You will still have time for photographs and to enjoy the farm setting.

Is lunch included?

No. Bourton-on-the-Water is the main lunch stop, with cafés, pubs and takeaway options.

Does the brewery stop include a tour?

No. This is a short tap-room visit for a drink, refreshments or souvenirs.

Where does the tour start and finish?

Meeting point: Bus stop opposite Lite Bite Cafe Bar, 7 London Street, London. Breakfast and refreshments are available at the café from 7:00 am. Please arrive by 7:15 am to board; the coach departs at 7:30 am. The tour returns to London Paddington at approximately 6:00 pm.

How large is the group?

Tours carry 16–30 guests, depending on the vehicle assigned to your departure. The vehicle varies by date.

Can children under three travel?

Children under three cannot travel on our tours.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours of departure are non-refundable.

Are 2026 and 2027 dates available?

2026 and 2027 departure dates are being updated. Please check the booking calendar or contact us for availability.

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