Les incontournables de Broadway

Broadway Essentials

Broadway is characterized by its wide High Street lined with honey-colored limestone buildings and independent shops. This selection covers the village’s architectural and design heritage, from the 12th-century St Eadburgha’s Church to the 18th-century Broadway Tower folly. Visitors can explore the legacy of furniture designer Gordon Russell or view regional art at the Broadway Museum. The list also highlights central dining options like the Lygon Wine Bar and scenic viewpoints at Fish Hill, overlooking the Vale of Evesham.

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Broadway

Broadway is a large village and civil parish in the Cotswolds, England, with a population of 2,540 at the 2011 census.

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Broadway Tower

An 18th-century Gothic folly designed by James Wyatt. Located at the second-highest point in the Cotswolds, it offers exhibitions across three floors and views across 16 counties.

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Broadway Museum and Art Gallery

Housed in a 17th-century coaching inn, this museum features local history exhibits and fine art collections through a partnership with the Ashmolean Museum.

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Gordon Russell Museum

Located in the original workshop of Sir Gordon Russell, this museum displays 20th-century furniture and explores the history of the Arts and Crafts movement in Broadway.

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5 Tomb Chests

A collection of five stone chest tombs dating from the 17th and 18th centuries, located in the churchyard of St Eadburgha's.

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C17 Tomb Chest

A 17th-century stone chest tomb situated within the historic grounds of St Eadburgha's Church.

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Wilkins Tomb

A Grade II listed stone tomb chest located in the churchyard of the 12th-century St Eadburgha's Church.

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Headstone c1700

An early 18th-century stone headstone located in the churchyard of St Eadburgha's.

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St Eadburgha's

A 12th-century Grade I listed church located a mile south of the main village. It features a medieval pulpit and ancient monuments.

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Tisanes Tea Rooms

A traditional tea room set in a 17th-century building, specializing in over 30 varieties of leaf tea and light meals.

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Fish Hill

A steep ascent on the A44 featuring a picnic area and a viewpoint with panoramas across the Vale of Evesham towards the Malvern Hills.

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Russells Fish & Chips

A modern takeaway and restaurant on the High Street serving traditional battered fish, chips, and seasonal seafood.

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Russells

A restaurant and hotel located in the former workshops of Gordon Russell Ltd, serving modern British cuisine using locally sourced ingredients.

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Morris & Brown Café

Situated at the Broadway Tower estate, this café serves breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea with views of the surrounding parkland.

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The Tea Set

A boutique tea room on the High Street offering traditional afternoon tea service, homemade cakes, and light lunches.

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Lygon Wine Bar

An informal dining space within the historic Lygon Arms hotel, featuring Italian-influenced dishes and an extensive wine list.

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The Swan

A classic Cotswold stone pub offering seasonal menus, local ales, and outdoor seating on the village High Street.