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 […]
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Family days out: the best museums in the Cotswolds
Planning a family day out in the Cotswolds? The rolling hills and chocolate-box villages are always a hit. But sometimes the weather, or little ones with endless curiosity, calls for something different. Luckily, the Cotswolds is full of family-friendly museums. They’re just as fun as they are educational. From vintage cars and cheeky TV icons […]
Folklore and legends in the Forest of Dean
The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley are landscapes of deep woods, hidden caves, and ancient ruins. History lingers in the stones, and folklore clings to every shadow. Among the Forest of Dean folklore and legends, the stories have been whispered for centuries. Ghostly guardians pace crumbling castles. Fairies rise from beneath the earth to […]
Celebrate the Harvest: local food, seasonal produce & country charm
The approach of Autumn is undoubtedly a symbol of the passage of time and a reminder that nothing stays the same. But it is also a season of gentle wildness, where the soft coral pinks of the sunset, the fading mauve of the heather and the various shades of bracken make the countryside one of […]
Where to see classic cars in the Cotswolds
Once you open the bonnet on the history of classic cars, there’s no going back. You’re drawn in by purring engines and soft leather, the heritage craftsmanship and special details. It’s true what they say, they don’t make them like they used to! If you share that passion, there’s no better place to enjoy classic […]
Fields, flames & feasting: a guide to the countryside’s best outdoor dining
Some meals are simply eaten, others become lore. We have scoured the countryside for the best alfresco dining spots this summer and trust us, even after you’ve moved on, they will stay with you. At each one, food and flavour comes together with a picturesque backdrop to form a kind of dreamscape that’s otherworldly and […]
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 […]
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 […]