When Jeremy Clarkson opened Diddly Squat Farm Shop near Chadlington, he put a quiet corner of the Cotswolds firmly on the global map. With the addition of his pub, The Farmer’s Dog in Asthall near Burford, Jeremy’s domination of the Cotswolds is well and truly underway – visitors are flocking from all over the country […]
Category Archives: Cotswolds
Lower Oddington: The Ultimate Guide to this Hidden Cotswold Gem
When searching for a place to stay in the Cotswolds, you’ll find iconic destinations such as Bourton-on-the-Water, Broadway and Stow-on-the-Wold may dominate the top spots on your search results. Often overlooked are the region’s smaller, lesser-known villages – hidden gems that capture the true essence of the Cotswolds and often have just as much to […]
A Timeless English Summer: The Ultimate Guide to August in The Cotswolds
Picture this: quintessentially Cotswolds villages, outdoor picnics, long hikes through rolling countryside, pub pit stops, farm shop trips and festival field magic. August in the Cotswolds hits different. The month defined by long, sunny days and endless romanticizing feels even more storybook here. Dreaming of planning a last-minute trip? Here at Bolthole Retreats, we have […]
UK Minimoons & Babymoons: The Latest Staycation Trend
Both minimoons and babymoons have become the ultimate travel trends for those seeking a moment of escape, whether celebrating a beautiful new beginning or enjoying some quiet time before a major life change. It proves that a peaceful getaway has a unique healing power, giving those who need it most the opportunity to truly unwind. […]
The Secret Gateway: Where the Cotswolds Meet Ancient Wiltshire
There is a quiet boundary line where the gentle, manicured valleys of the southern Cotswolds begin to rise into something altogether wilder. If you follow the country lanes south from the Gloucestershire border into Wiltshire, you leave behind the busy tourist hotspots and enter a landscape of deep history, ancient woodlands, and market towns that […]
72 Hours in Broadway
Spend a storybook getaway in ‘The Jewel of The Cotswolds’, the dreamy land of honey-colored cottages, rich artistic heritage and picture-perfect scenery. Welcome to Broadway, a quintessentially Cotswolds’ village nestled in the heart of one of the UK’s most loved national landscapes. Famous for its blend of historical narratives, strong local culture, independent shops, cafes […]
72 Hours in Oxford
The land of historical significance, cinematic charm, literary muses and scholarly excellence. Rich in culture and heritage, there is so many things to do in Oxford and it’s perfect for literature fans, history lovers and curious minds. Welcome to Oxfordshire, ‘The City of Dreaming Spires’, where ancient architecture meets bustling city culture. Famously the backdrop […]
The History of Arlington Mill & Bibury
Anyone familiar with the Cotswolds knows Bibury. From the iconic Arlington Row to the beautiful River Coln running through the village, it is a location that feels completely untouched by time. Yet, the Bibury we know today wouldn’t exist without Arlington Mill. For centuries, this grand, historic mill was the economic heartbeat of the area, […]
Beyond the Beer Garden: The New Social Hubs of the South West
The industrial-style social space has transformed the local drinking scene with micro-breweries popping up everywhere. The venues listed below swap formal dining rooms for outdoor dining, communal benches, string lights, and an ever-rotating cast of food trucks – perfect for a casual afternoon or a lively evening under the stars as we go into summer… […]