Castle Combe, England

Castle Combe

In autumn, Castle Combe in England looks like a storybook village. The small stone houses, quiet streets, and colorful fall leaves make it feel calm and magical. Many visitors come to enjoy the fresh countryside air and take relaxing walks as the trees turn red, orange, and gold.

 Places to See

Don’t miss out on the Market Cross, an old stone structure in the center of the village where people met and traded goods in the past. Walk along the Bybrook River and cross the old stone bridge—it is one of the most photographed places in England. The village church, St. Andrew’s Church, is also beautiful and has a medieval clock that is over 500 years old. The traditional Cotswold stone cottages show why Castle Combe is famous for its historic architecture.

Castle Combe is also known for being in many films and TV shows. It appeared in “Downton Abbey,” “War Horse,” “Stardust,” and “Doctor Dolittle.” Because the village has no modern signs or street lights, it keeps its old charm and looks perfect on screen.

 Fun Fact About Castle Combe

Castle Combe is often called “the prettiest village in England.” Its name comes from a castle that once stood on the hill above the village, although today only small remains can be found. Even without the castle, the village is full of history dating back to the Middle Ages.

Vocabulary
  • storybook - a book containing a story or collection of stories intended for children.
    сборник рассказов
  • countryside - the land and scenery of a rural area.
    сельская местность
  • fresh air - the air outside as opposed to that within a room or other enclosed space.
    свежий воздух
  • to miss out - not be able to experience or fail to take advantage of an opportunity or chance.
    пропустить, упустить
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Castle Combe


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