Cirencester
United Kingdom
Cirencester is a vibrant town in the heart of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Beauty and affectionately known as the ‘Capital of the Cotswolds. Founded by the Romans, a powerful Abbey in the Middle Ages, and a thriving market town for centuries ever since. Explore the many independent stores, colourful lanes and impressive church.
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10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Cirencester
Welcome to Cirencester, an ancient and captivating settlement widely celebrated as the unofficial capital of the Cotswolds. As you stand here breathing in the crisp air of southwestern England, you are preparing to walk through…
Listen in the app2The Market Place and The Fleece Inn
We begin our exploration in the vibrant heart of the town, the historic Market Place. This wide, open expanse has been the epicenter of local commerce for over nine centuries. …
Listen in the app3The Church of Saint John the Baptist
Casting a magnificent shadow over the marketplace is the awe-inspiring Parish Church of Saint John the Baptist. As you approach this monumental Grade One listed building, its sheer scale becomes immediately apparent. …
Listen in the app4The Abbey Grounds and the Roman Wall
Leaving the immediate vicinity of the parish church, we walk a short distance to the south, stepping into the tranquil green expanse known as the Abbey Grounds. As you transition from the hard stone pavements to the soft,…
Listen in the app5Castle Street and the Wool Merchants
Emerging from the quiet of the Abbey Grounds, we find ourselves on the curving thoroughfare of Castle Street. This vibrant road is an absolute showcase of the town's shifting fortunes, displaying an incredible variety of building…
Listen in the app6Blackjack Street and The Crown
Turning away from the wider avenues, we step into the delightfully claustrophobic confines of Blackjack Street. Instantly, the atmosphere changes. …
Listen in the app7Park Street and the Corinium Museum
Emerging from the narrow confines of Blackjack Street, we navigate onto the elegant curves of Park Street. This winding road is lined with beautiful Georgian houses, their perfectly proportioned windows and pristine stonework…
Listen in the app8Cirencester Park and the Great Yew Hedge
Approaching the top of Park Street, we arrive at the magnificent Cecily Hill gates. These beautiful, imposing wrought-iron gates mark the grand entrance to Cirencester Park. …
Listen in the app9The Roman Amphitheater
Our journey now takes us to the western outskirts of the modern town, a short walk that transitions us from the manicured aristocratic estates into a landscape shaped by ancient, brutal entertainment. We have arrived at the site…
Listen in the app10Final Reflections at the Old Railway Station
To conclude our comprehensive walking tour, we have navigated our way to a location that, at first glance, appears to be entirely devoid of historical romance. We are standing in what looks like a rather uninteresting, modern…
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What is Cirencester?
Cirencester is a place in United Kingdom with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 10 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 51.7147, -1.9640 |
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