Down Ampney Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

View along the Down Ampney Road out of the village
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View along the Down Ampney Road out of the village
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Cottages, Down Ampney Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) was born in the nearby vicarage. He was a great-great grandson of both the pottery manufacturer, Josiah Wedgwood, and of the eighteenth century intellectual, Erasmus Darwin. Another famous relative was his great-uncle, Charles Darwin. He composed orchestral music, including nine symphonies, choral works, operas and other stage works.
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Cut through to Oak Road
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Track off Oak Road The spire of Down Ampney church in the centre of the landscape of Ralph Vaughan-Williams'childhood.
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De Vere Cotswold Water Park

De Vere Cotswold Water Park

4 out of 5
Lake 6 Spine Road East Cirencester England
The price is ₹9,315 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
₹9,315
₹11,178 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cirencester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great breakfast, easy parking

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

De Vere Cotswold Water Park
Queens Hotel Cheltenham

Queens Hotel Cheltenham

4 out of 5
The Promenade Cheltenham England
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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Village Hotel Swindon

Village Hotel Swindon

4 out of 5
Shaw Ridge Leisure Park Swindon England
The price is ₹6,482 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹6,482
₹7,778 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Rooms are huge tv is great. Nice bar and coffee area

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Village Hotel Swindon
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Crescent Place by Mansley

Crescent Place by Mansley

3 out of 5
1a Crescent Place Cheltenham England
Stay at this aparthotel in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and Netflix. Popular attractions Cheltenham Racecourse and The Promenade are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (91 reviews)
Very modern room split over two levels. Really central and easy to follow instructions from the hotel. Highly recommend

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Crescent Place by Mansley
Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley

Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley

4 out of 5
55 St Georges Place Cheltenham England
Stay at this apartment in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (202 reviews)
Beautiful apartment and had everything we needed plus in a perfect location. Car park was close by and secure and easy to use. Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley
The Lakes By YOO

The Lakes By YOO

5 out of 5
Coln Park, Claydon Pike Lechlade England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lechlade. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sailing Lake and Conservation Lake are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)
Was wonderful!

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

The Lakes By YOO
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Popular places to visit

Houses of Arlington Row in the village of Bibury, England

Arlington Row

You can find out about the history of Bibury when you stop by Arlington Row. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the beautiful countryside in this quaint area.

Arlington Row
Our fantastic museum at Cirencester. So many Roman antiquities and mosaics from nearly 2000 years ago. #Cirencester #corinium #roman #museum #mosaics

Corinium Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Corinium Museum in Cirencester. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

Corinium Museum

Cirencester Church

After visiting Cirencester Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cirencester. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

Cirencester Church

Cirencester Park Polo Club

Catch an event at Cirencester Park Polo Club during your trip to Cirencester. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the beautiful countryside in this relaxing area.

Cirencester Park Polo Club

Cirencester Parish Church of St John Baptist

After visiting Cirencester Parish Church of St John Baptist, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cirencester. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Cirencester Parish Church of St John Baptist

Royal Agricultural University

Explore the campus of Royal Agricultural University during your stay in Cirencester. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Royal Agricultural University

Cities near Down Ampney

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Cirencester

Lydiard Park showing a park and autumn leaves

Swindon

Three Magpies public house on the A417. Pub is now derelict, only named on the 1940's map. This spot is at the tip of the northernmost 'finger' of the county of Wiltshire.
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