4 Days, 28 Races, 1 Roar: Is It Really Worth the Hype? Cheltenham transforms during Festival week. The early morning buzz, tweed and fascinators, the pop of champagne corks and that unmistakable roar from Prestbury Park as the first race begins. It’s one of the most electric weeks of the year. And the best way to experience […]
Category Archives: Wildlife and Gardens
The best places to see snowdrops this winter
Discover the best places to see snowdrops in the Cotswolds, from enchanting woodlands to historic gardens. Plan your visit.
Best things to do in the Cotswolds for couples
A walk and a pub dinner There’s nothing better than a country walk together followed by a hearty pub dinner, and the Cotswolds ticks all the boxes. Walking boots are a must when you’re heading off through the fields, grab your backpack and the dog and follow one of these picturesque routes. It’s a great […]
Why Tetbury should be your next Cotswolds escape
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]