Our very first stop on our tour of the Cotswolds villages and, looking back, probably my favorite. Nestled in a wooded Cotswold valley, with the ambling Bybrook river flowing through its heart, Castle Combe is a truly delightful example of the traditional English village. Architecturally, little has changed since the 15th century; there are no street lights or TV aerials and, as you walk down the high street, you will understand why it has won the coveted “Prettiest Village in England” award so many times. Castle Combe is also a favored location for many Hollywood films, my favorite being the original Dr. Doolittle. Be sure also to stop in the beautiful little church and look around and then have a “cuppa” or bite to eat at The Castle Inn.