‘Rivals’ has finally returned for series two on Disney+, and we couldn’t be happier. With its eclectic looks, wild twists, and constant drama, this show has us absolutely glued to our screens. From the gripping will-they-won’t-they storylines, to the messy dynamics between the competitors, there is something for everyone to enjoy. We couldn’t help but […]
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Where to Stay While Taking on The Cotswold Way
If there’s one thing that lures visitors to the Cotswolds time and time again, it’s the picturesque rolling hills dotted with beautiful market towns, and one of the most popular ways to explore them is by following the Cotswold Way. The impressive 102-mile (164km) trail begins in the quintessential town of Chipping Campden and winds […]
The best pubs in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds is the definitive home of the grown-up gastropub. In a region where characterful inns are a staple, the focus here remains firmly on quality – with each of these establishments offering a genuinely exceptional dining experience. Read our curated guide to the best pubs in the Cotswolds and add a layer of indulgence […]
Bibury crowned the world’s prettiest village: Discover its charm with Bolthole Retreats
The verdict is in: Bibury has been named the world’s prettiest village by Forbes, taking its place among the most beautiful destinations on earth. From Austria’s alpine lakes to Morocco’s cobalt alleyways, the list is filled with treasures – but it is Bibury, right in the heart of the Cotswolds, that has claimed the crown. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Visit Charlbury: discover The Bull, voted best pub in the UK
EX There’s a moment – stepping off the train at Charlbury, maybe – when you pause. The air’s a touch cleaner. The trees feel somehow older, wiser. And somewhere, just out of view, someone is pouring a pint you really want to drink.
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 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 […]