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 […]
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The best waterfalls in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds, renowned for its rolling hills and picturesque villages, offers a variety of scenic walks. While the region isn’t particularly known for large waterfalls, there are several charming spots where gentle cascades and water features enhance the natural beauty. Keep reading for the best waterfall spots in the Cotswolds. Siccaridge Wood and Frome Valley […]
Artisanal delights in the Forest of Dean
When you visit the Forest of Dean you expect spectacular views, unbelievable walking trails and the unfathomable beauty of nature. But dig a little deeper and you’ll unearth a taste sensation of Forest of Dean food… The Forest Deli Cornish Yarg, Comte, Burrow Mump, Mayhill Green, Idle Hour. Curious? These are just some of the […]
Painswick: The hidden gem of the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds is famous for its picturesque villages, rolling hills, and honey-coloured stone cottages. While towns like Bourton-on-the-Water and Bibury attract thousands of visitors each year, there’s one charming village that remains a hidden treasure – Painswick. Often called the “Queen of the Cotswolds,” Painswick offers a perfect blend of history, beauty, and tranquillity. A […]
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. […]
The best golf courses in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds: where rolling green hills meet honey-stone villages, and the air hums with the genteel clink of a well-struck iron. This is a golfer’s paradise. Not in the wild, windswept links tradition, but in the quiet luxury of immaculately manicured fairways with whispering beech trees. Here is a curated selection of the finest golf […]
Ten one-of-a-kind countryside festivals you might not have heard of
1 Tewkesbury Medieval Festival Walk through the tents of a medieval encampment passing knights and maidens as they prepare for battle at this unique countryside festival. It is the largest free medieval gathering in Europe centred around the re-enactment of the Battle of Tewkesbury. Armour clashes and broadswords sweep through the air as arrows fly […]
An introduction to the Forest of Dean
If you’re looking for somewhere to get away from it all, where nature surrounds you and the views are outstanding, where history can be discovered and footsteps into a fantasy land can be followed, then you’ve found it in the Forest of Dean. These ancient royal hunting grounds cover more than 8000 hectares giving you […]