Broadway Tower: what to know before your visit

Broadway Tower is a 65-foot-high landmark on Middle Hill, designed in the late eighteenth century. Landscape designer Capability Brown conceived it for George William, the 6th Earl of Coventry; architect James Wyatt designed it, and construction was completed in 1798. For more on the landmark’s origins, read the story behind Broadway Tower.

Inside, the tower museum has displays across three floors and a roof viewing platform. The tower’s official site says the view from the top can take in up to 16 counties. In the grounds, you can follow a circular walk around the deer park or use designated picnic areas.

The tower stands on the Cotswold Way. Two public footpaths cross the site; if you don’t hold an admission ticket, follow those signposted paths.

Driving is the quicker option from Chipping Campden: Broadway Tower is about 10 minutes by car from Badgers Hall. It sits on the A44 Evesham/Moreton-in-Marsh route, a mile south-east of Broadway.

The walking route from Chipping Campden is 4 miles each way, or 8 miles for the return journey.

There is on-site parking. The main car park is to the left of Morris and Brown Café, with a grass overflow car park for peak times.

Parking is charged at £3 for up to 4 hours or £6 for a full day; annual members receive complimentary parking. Do not park on the main road, which needs to stay clear for emergency vehicles and large farm machinery.

If you’re planning to leave your car, note that the car park is open from 8am to 5pm, and vehicles should be collected before 5.15pm, when the gates are locked. For more detail on the parking arrangements, read where to park at Broadway Tower.

Ticket choice determines whether your visit includes entry to the tower museum. The Tower, Grounds and Picnic Ticket includes the country park, tower museum and roof platform, circular deer-park walk, and designated picnic areas. The Grounds and Picnic Ticket covers the park, walk and picnic areas, but does not include museum entry.

Opening hours

• Monday to Sunday: 10:00–17:00

Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.

Admission is £14 for adults, £6 for ages 11–16 and £3 for ages 6–10. Confirm prices with the venue before visiting.

From April to October, the Tower Museum is open daily from 10am to 5pm, with last admission at 4.45pm. From November to March, it is open 10.30am to 4pm on weekdays, with last admission at 3.45pm; weekend hours are 10am to 4.30pm, with last admission at 4.15pm. The Country Park and car park are open daily in both periods.

Hours can vary in severe weather, and the venue is fully closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Check the official site before you go.

The country park gives you space to combine the tower visit with a walk around the deer park or a picnic in a designated area. Morris and Brown Café and Shop and Tower Barn Espresso Bar and Shop are also on site.

Dogs are welcome in the grounds and at designated dog-friendly seating areas at both cafés. Keep dogs on a lead; they are not permitted in the Tower Museum.

The Nuclear Bunker is open 10.30am–4pm on weekends, bank holidays and selected days from April to October. From November to March, it opens on selected dates. Book through the venue’s website and check ticket availability before planning around it.

Severe weather can affect opening hours. The grounds include outdoor paths and picnic areas, while the museum and roof platform are part of the tower visit.

For a visit focused on the tower, plan around the museum’s seasonal hours and last admission. If you would rather concentrate on the grounds, the grounds ticket covers the park, deer-park walk and designated picnic areas without museum entry.