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Cafe Coln is a proper village cafe in Coln St Aldwyns, one of the quieter corners of the Cotswolds where you can step away from the main tourist thoroughfares.
It's the kind of place where locals actually spend their time, so you'll get a genuine feel for how the village ticks rather than just passing through.
The menu keeps things straightforward. You can come in for coffee or tea with a slice of cake or a scone, or order something more filling like a sandwich or soup if you need proper sustenance. It works equally well as a quick stop or somewhere to linger for a couple of hours.
Once you've finished your drink, the village itself is worth exploring. The stone buildings have genuine character, and the whole place has a calm quality you won't find in the busier Cotswolds villages. The River Coln flows through here, and the church deserves a visit. Coln St Aldwyns sits well for exploring the wider area—Fairford is a proper market town nearby, and Bibury is a short drive away if you want to venture a bit further. The location makes it easy to hop between a few different villages in a day without feeling rushed.
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