It goes without saying that the Cotswolds aren’t short on picturesque towns. On any given drive through, it’s all rolling meadows and low-slung dry stone walls. You’ll pass village after village that look like they’ve been conjured from a Richard Curtis daydream. But when it comes to a place that’s not only charming but genuinely […]
Category Archives: Experiences
The best petting zoos in the Cotswolds
There’s something about the Cotswolds – the rolling hills, the honey-hued cottages, the overwhelming urge to quit your job and buy a pair of wellies. But beyond its postcard-perfect villages, the Cotswolds has another irresistible draw: some of the finest, fuzziest, and most downright delightful places to meet animals, including the best Cotswold petting farms […]
The best foodie pop ups in the Cotswolds, Hereford and the Forest-of-Dean
Tucked between honey-hued hills and winding county lanes, the Cotswolds is best known for its postcard prettiness and slow-paced charm – but look a little closer and you’ll find something altogether more tantalising simmering beneath the surface. In recent years, this bucolic corner of the country has quietly become a magnet for a new wave […]
Animal experiences in the Forest of Dean
As well as the local wildlife, petting zoos, llama walks and swooping hawks are waiting for you in the Forest of Dean. From farm visits to more up close and personal experiences you’re sure to meet your new favourite animal on your next visit to the Forest of Dean. Wye Valley Alpacas Not your usual […]
Secret feasts: exploring the best supper clubs in the Cotswolds
Supper clubs provide an enveloping sense of warmth, and post-pandemic, they’re back on the rise. This form of dining not only allows the maker creative freedom to build something totally special but brings together those yearning for connection with like-minded supper enthusiasts. In stark contrast to the banality of regular dinnertime, the supper club is […]
A Tudor Easter at Sudeley Castle
Divorced, beheaded, died. Divorced, beheaded, survived. The queens of Henry VIII come to life at Sudeley Castle this Easter. Hidden amongst the gardens and down secret pathways, you will find each queen. From Catherine of Aragon to Catherine Parr, each shares a fact about Easter in Tudor England. Did you know that Henry VIII once […]
Artisanal delights in the Forest of Dean
When you visit the Forest of Dean you expect spectacular views, unbelievable walking trails and the unfathomable beauty of nature. But dig a little deeper and you’ll unearth a taste sensation of Forest of Dean food… The Forest Deli Cornish Yarg, Comte, Burrow Mump, Mayhill Green, Idle Hour. Curious? These are just some of the […]
An insider’s guide to Malmesbury
Malmesbury is one of those hidden Cotswold gems, often overlooked for its more well-known neighbours. It might have been missed off your ‘must visit’ list. It has such an exciting history with so many stories to tell. There is so much to see and do that you’ll have to find time on your schedule to […]
Live like a royal in Tetbury
Step into a world of royalty when you visit the Cotswolds by spending time in Tetbury. A real crown jewel, you can follow the footsteps of King Charles III along the historic streets and back to his home at Highgrove. The private residence is just outside Tetbury and has belonged to King Charles since 1980. […]