Cromwell's Seat

Perched on a hillside near Broadway, this viewpoint marks where Oliver Cromwell is said to have watched the Battle of Evesham unfold in 1265 - though truth be told, the historical accuracy is debatable and the name probably stuck more through local legend than documented fact. What you actually get is a modest spot with views across the Worcestershire countryside, the sort of place that rewards a short detour if you're already walking in the Cotswolds rather than something you'd drive specifically to see.

It's a decent walk from Broadway itself, taking you through proper countryside without being arduous. The site itself is straightforward - no facilities, no interpretation boards, just a bench and the view. If you're into Civil War history or local folklore, there's something quite appealing about standing where that story has been told for centuries, even if Cromwell probably wasn't actually there. For families, it works as a pit stop on a longer walk rather than a destination in itself; kids won't linger unless they're genuinely interested in the history.

Free to visit, naturally. Allow thirty minutes if you're combining it with a broader countryside ramble from Broadway. The nearby caravan parks - Broadway Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is closest at 5.3 miles - make decent bases for exploring the Cotswolds more broadly. Best visited on a clear day when the views justify the walk. On a grey afternoon, you might feel you've gone to some bother for rather modest rewards.