For Londoners seeking a picturesque escape from the city's January bustle, a stunning rural village in the Cotswolds has been highlighted as a perfect destination. Time Out has named Broadway in Worcestershire as the seventh best day trip from the capital for the winter of 2026, offering a bucolic retreat filled with charm and open space.
Why Broadway is the Ideal Winter Escape
Dubbed the 'jewel of the Cotswolds', Broadway promises a classic English countryside experience. Visitors can wander past an abundance of iconic honey-coloured cottages and explore sweet shopfronts and independent art galleries. The village offers ample opportunity for strolling across frosty fields, followed by warming up in one of its many rustic country inns or pubs, perhaps with a hot toddy in hand.
For those looking to fill their day, a walk up to the grand turrets of Broadway Tower is highly recommended for its breathtaking views. More energetic travellers can hike a section of the idyllic Cotswolds Way national trail, which leads from Broadway to the pretty market town of Chipping Campden.
How to Get There and More Inspiration
The journey from London is straightforward. By train, it takes approximately one hour and 35 minutes from London Paddington to Moreton-in-Marsh, followed by a connecting bus to Broadway. Driving takes around two hours, offering flexibility for exploration.
This recommendation forms part of a wider guide to pastoral day trips from London this winter. For further ideas, Time Out also highlights why Cirencester in the Cotswolds is one of its top UK places to visit in 2026. The selection provides a compelling alternative to typical indoor winter activities, inviting weary city dwellers to discover the beauty of the English countryside in its frosty splendour.
