Supermarkets and Shopping: Every Saturday morning there is an award-winning Farmers’ Market in Stroud, where vendors sell all kinds of delicious, locally grown, and prepared food. A walk or cycle in is recommended as parking can be limited, by car try Stroud’s multistorey car park (GL5 2AJ), or there is parking at the railway station (GL5 3AR).
Stroud is a cultural hub which has made it home to a number of local artists and makers, you will find a host of independent boutiques in the town which are a delight to browse.
On Friday mornings a community market is held at the nearby Community Hall. Bread, pastries, vegetables, coffee and more is available. Check details locally to confirm dates and times.
Eating Out:- The Prince Albert, Rodborough – with a calendar of live music events, a menu of pizzas and burgers and a secret garden, it’s everything a pub should be (4-min walk)
- The Old Lodge, Minchinhampton Common – set within the common you are graced with spectacular views alongside your meal (3 miles)
- William’s Food Hall and Dining, Nailsworth – multi award-winning seafood restaurant, fishmonger and deli (4 miles)
Walks: You can walk directly onto National Trust owned Rodborough Common from the cottage. Head left on Butterow West and you will find a footpath heading up to the left opposite the entrance to the Community Centre. Follow this up, cross the main road and head to the left to reach the common.
From the Community Centre on Butterow West a footpath leads through the fields down to the canal and Stroud town centre.
Places to Visit:- Rodborough and Minchinhampton Commons – fly kites, enjoy ice creams and bathe in the views (10-min walk)
- Painswick and the Rococo Gardens - visit the beautiful village and the only Rococo Gardens in the UK (4 miles)
- Gifford’s Circus, Stroud – when on tour, visit for a magical display of acrobatic feats (4 miles)
Travel:- Train - Stroud railway station (0.9 miles) has a frequent and direct service to London.
- Taxis - Wonky’s Wheels Taxis, Joe Taxis
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