Cotswold Day Trip To Broadway Village in Worcestershire

Broadway is a picturesque village in Worcestershire, which is part of the Cotswolds. The Cotswolds are a national landscape famed for pretty villages and rolling hills, and Broadway is one of the most popular places to visit in the area. It has historic buildings and is surrounded by beautiful countryside.

We visited for the day recently; however, I have visited a few times before and enjoyed many of the things the towns have to offer. Seeing the pretty buildings with picture-perfect gardens is a highlight for me, as are the local hiking opportunities. It is also a great place for refreshments, with top-drawer pubs, cafes, and restaurants.

Things To Do In Broadway Including Pubs, Shops & Historic Buildings

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There are options for things to do in Broadway, from some great walks to some perusing of the local shops. Visitors also have a choice of places for food and drink in the village, including pubs, cafes and restaurants. These are nice to stop for a break or to see the splendid Cotswold stone buildings these are housed in.

Buildings On High Street

The high street in the village is rather special and is home to pleasant buildings, most of which are cute and made from Cotswold stone. When exploring, there are some handy maps telling you about all the important sites in the village. Most of these are now shops, cafes or pubs, which is cool because you can visit inside.

The Lygon Arms

The Lygon Arms is one of the most popular places to dine out in the village or go for drinks. It is also one of the most eye-catching buildings in the village. You can find it on the main road that passes through the village.

The site has been used to entertain people since it was a coaching inn in 1377. The current building is in the Tudor style and is well preserved, including a marking from 1620 above the entrance door. It has also seen lots of history, including Oliver Cromwell staying during the English Civil War. He stayed here before the infamous Battle of Worcester, where he defeated King Charles II. Their full history is documented on the Lygon Arms website.

Since then, they have been hosting guests, including famous visitors. You can either pop in for a drink or a meal out, or even stay the night. You can book a stay on the Booking.com website.

Walk To Broadway Tower

From the village, a popular activity is to walk to the iconic Broadway Tower. The tower is one of the more popular attractions in the Cotswolds and is a great walk to reach. We didn’t visit on our recent trip, but we have visited the tower a few times before. It is an 18th-century folly with turrets, which you can visit inside and on the viewing platform. The grounds nearby are great to explore, including the deer park. There is a circular walk to the tower, which takes roughly 4 hours and includes seeing the nuclear bunker too. If you plan to do this walk, I recommend an early start or spending a day or two staying in the village.

Broadway Deli

One of my favourite shops in the village was the Broadway Deli. They are in the historic St Patrick’s building, which is special. St Patrick’s is a stone building on the High Street through the village and is a Grade II listed building. The building dates from the 16th century; however, it was renovated in the 20th century.

It used to be the vicarage until 184,9 and is now used as the deli. Broadway Deli stocks lots of fresh, local, and seasonal produce, as well as other high-quality foods from around the world. Highlights for me include their pork pies and local beers. As a bonus, they also have a cafe with a garden at the rear of the property.

Hunters Tea Room

On our latest visit, we had lunch out at Hunters Tea Room on the high street. They have both inside seating and a covered courtyard. As it was a pleasant day, we sat in the courtyard, which was busy when we arrived but quietened down after 2 pm. They have a full range of drinks on offer, including some good beers. I opted for Peroni with my meal.

Their food menu included lots of lunch choices, including sandwiches, cakes and baked potatoes. I chose their ploughman’s lunch, which had the options for mature cheddar, ham or a mix of the two. They served this with bread, pickle, salad, and pickled onions. We really enjoyed our meal out and drinks here and would return.

The Cotswold Way Walk

The village is on the Cotswold Way route, which is a long-distance hiking trail that takes you through the best of the Cotswolds. The route is 102 miles, but people often walk part of it in a day. Starting in the village, you can either take the route towards Chipping Campden or towards Bath. There are also other walking trails from the village, including circular walks. You can find maps for these on the Komoot website. When in the village, you can see various markers for the route, including the one in the photo above.

Broadway Museum & Art Gallery

The village also has a museum and art gallery all rolled into one. This is in a 17th-century building, and the museum covers the story of the local area. Exhibits include fossils, the historic wool industry of the area and coaching, and those that used the famous coaching route from London to Aberystwyth that passed through the village. They charge a fee to enter the museum, which you can pay on arrival. You can find out about opening times and special exhibits on their website.

The Village Green

Many places locally have fantastic village greens, and Broadway is no different. You can find this at the junction of the High Street and Church Street near the Broadway Hotel. It’s a beautiful place to hang out and take in the views of the village. People often have a takeaway coffee or a picnic on the green if there are no events on. Local events take place here, including village fetes, live music and farmers’ markets. You can find out what’s on by visiting this handy website.

Man Cave in Dickens House

One of the more unique shops in the village is Man Cave in Dickens House on the High Street. Dickens House dates from the 16th century. Man Cave stocks a whole host of cool things, including collectables. It’s fun to look around and see the various gifts they have inside. They also have some cool exhibits outside, including a metal horse and Darth Vader.

Crown & Trumpet Inn, Broadway

The Crown & Trumpet Inn is a traditional pub with a nice interior and a beer garden, which is perfect on a sunny day. The pub has a good range of beers on offer, including real ale and continental lagers. They also serve a good choice of coffee, including flat whites and cappuccinos.

We enjoyed sitting outside here on a sunny day while on a walk through the village. The Crown & Trumpet Inn also has a diverse food menu, including lots of locally sourced food, pub grub, and some delicious pies. Dogs are allowed in their garden and in the bar but must be well-behaved.

St Michael & All Angels Church

The main church in the village is St Michael & All Angels, which is near the Crown & Trumpet pub. We visited to have a look around inside. As a bonus, it was quiet and lovely to see the details up close. This church dates from 1840, when it was built, as there was nothing else suitable nearby. One highlight inside is the carved pulpit, which is older than the building and was transferred here from a now-defunct church.

Is Broadway in Worcestershire Worth Visiting?

If you like pretty places, walking or tasty food, then Broadway is an excellent place to visit for a day trip or a short holiday. There are various things to do to keep you interested, including some fantastic hikes in the Cotswold Hills. We found excellent places for food or a beer. I really enjoyed my visits to Broadway and would love to spend a few nights in the village in the future. If you want to find hotels or holiday homes locally, a good place to start is the Booking.com website.