Events
Plan your next holiday around one of these exciting events
We know that many people like to incorporate an event into their holiday, and we are spoilt for choice with the range of events in the Cotswolds and Forest of Dean that are on offer year-round. It could be the Cheltenham Festival, the Big Feastival, Royal International Air Tattoo or Badminton Horse Trials.
Many of our properties are nearby to these popular locations, so you can enjoy being close to the action while also having a comfortable holiday home to go back to, to put your feet up after an exciting day out.
No matter what big (or small) ticketed event you’re interested in, there are always more to discover. Every day we are finding new and exciting events in the Cotswolds and surrounding counties to enjoy.
Events Experiences
Malvern Autumn Show
MalvernMonth: September
Amazing flowers, an array of delicious food and drink and plenty of family fun are on offer at the UK’s biggest harvest festival
Cheltenham Literature Festival
CheltenhamMonth: October
This popular festival in the heart of Cheltenham brings together some of the world’s best authors
Spectacle of Light
WinchcombeMonth: December
Explore the illuminated trail and experience the night-time magic of Sudeley Castle and its grounds.
Badminton Horse Trials
BadmintonMonth: May
Badminton Horse Trials is one of the oldest and most prestigious five star events.
Midlands Air Festival
AlcesterMonth: June
The Midlands Air Festival is held in the stunning grounds of the Ragley Hall Estate.
Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival
CheltenhamMonth: June
Soak up the atmosphere with live music, tastings, exciting chef demonstrations and an array of drink experiences.
Chipping Norton Literary Festival
Chipping NortonMonth: April
This small but perfectly formed literary festival regularly brings in big names in the world of fiction and non-fiction.
Cheltenham Jazz Festival
CheltenhamMonth: May
A celebration of all genres of jazz with a mixture of international jazz icons, new artists and unique festival performances.
Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials
WoodstockMonth: September
Enjoy four days of eventing action including dressage, cross country and showjumping.
Cheltenham Science Festival
CheltenhamMonth: June
Enjoy six days of spectacular science to inspire all ages in the heart of Cheltenham.
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Shipton OliffeMonth: July
Discover local food and household names all on the same stage.
Broadway Arts Festival
BroadwayMonth: June
Enjoy a variety of art-focused, creative events throughout the festival.
Cheltenham Cricket Festival
CheltenhamMonth: July
The world's longest running cricket festival on an outfield.
Cotswold Lavender
BroadwayMonth: June - August
A patchwork of purple-hued fields that burst into life every summer.
Festival Trials Day
CheltenhamMonth: January
The final Cheltenham race day before the famous Festival.
Forest Live
WestonbirtMonth: July
Discover Westonbirt arboretum in a new light with new sounds.
Gloucester Tall Ships
GloucesterMonth: June
A family-friendly event where the famous tall ships visit Gloucester Docks.
Moreton-in-Marsh Show
Moreton-in-MarshMonth: September
The famous family-friendly farming show in the Cotswolds.
New Year's Day Racing
CheltenhamMonth: January
Begin the new year in style at Cheltenham racecourse.
Race Night
CheltenhamMonth: May
Enjoy Cheltenham's only evening horse racing fixture.
Sheep Racing
Frampton on SevernMonth: September
Enjoy a quirky family-friendly day out in Frampton-on-Severn
Stratford Literary Festival
Stratford-upon-AvonMonth: May & October
Enjoy talks, interactive workshops, and events with your favourite celebrity authors in Shakespeare's county.
The Alfresco Film Company
CheltenhamMonth: Summer
Spend a fun summer Cotswold evening watching your favourite film under the canopy of the night sky.
The April Meeting
CheltenhamMonth: April
The first racing event taking place after the famous Festival.
The Big Feastival
KinghamMonth: August
Why choose between award-winning food and music? Have both!
The Cheltenham Festival
CheltenhamMonth: March
The world famous Cheltenham Festival, home of jump racing.
The Christmas Meeting
CheltenhamMonth: December
A pre-Christmas racing event, perfect for friends.
The November Meeting
CheltenhamMonth: November
Enjoy the second biggest horse racing event at Cheltenham.
The Showcase
CheltenhamMonth: October
Enjoy the beginning of 'The Road to Cheltenham'.
Wilderness Festival
CharlburyMonth: August
A luxury, boutique festival within the Oxfordshire countryside.
