What to do in Stratford-upon-Avon The delightful market town of Stratford-upon-Avon is the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare and is packed full of historical sites – here’s our Top 10 list of activities and things to do in Stratford-upon-Avon: 1. Royal Shakespeare Theatre and the Swan Theatre Catch a play at one of the Royal […]
What to do in Painswick It was difficult to stick to just 10 things to do in Painswick, but we’ve managed it. Take a look at our Top 10 and start planning your visit to ‘The Queen of the Cotswolds’ today. 1. Painswick Rococo Garden No trip to Painswick is complete without a visit to […]
What To Do in Shipston-on-Stour. The small market town of Shipston-on-Stour makes an ideal location for visitors to the North Cotswolds. 1. Shipston Proms Whilst the Cotswolds truly is a year-round destination if you do happen to be here in the summer months then look out for Shipston Proms held across two weeks in June/July. […]
Chipping Campden Attractions Chipping Campden is a beautiful village, full of character and history so it was easy for us to pull together our list of 10 things to do in, and around, Chipping Campden. We talk a lot about visiting beautiful gardens as the Cotswolds has more than its fair share, but there is […]
Rosemary Wilson is a Cotswold Voluntary Warden, Chair of East District and an enthusiastic walk leader. Rosemary shares one of her many favourite walks with StayCotswold – “Cornwell and Chastleton”. Ask me for a favourite walk I struggle as there are so many to choose from. Ask me for an easy walk with lots of […]
What to do in Bath Visitors to Bath will struggle to keep within this list of our 10 things to do in Bath so if you have the chance you might just want to start planning your return visit before you’ve completed your first stay! 1. Walk on the original Roman pavements on a tour […]
Cotswold Equestrian For anyone with a passion for horses and horse riding, the Cotswolds are a great location for a perfectly timed short break or holiday. With so many horse events, large and small, located throughout the region there is bound to be something equestrian to enjoy in addition to the beautiful views, fabulous hospitality […]
James and the Kingfishers… Tell us a bit about what you do at Cotswolds National Landscape? I have worked for the Cotswolds National Landscape for the last four years, originally as LEADER Programme Manager for the Cotswolds. My current role, as Partnerships & Fundraising Lead, allows me to work with organisations, such as StayCotswold, who […]
We reveal our top 10 list of the best things to do in the Cotswolds with toddlers and kids. With home-schooling over (permanently… we hope), we can’t wait to start planning fun activities for the whole family to enjoy over the Summer! After all your hard work with the family, we thought we’d do the […]
The Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens Attraction Near Burford Stroll around the Park and get eye-to-eye with giraffe, walk with lemurs or watch rhinos graze on the gothic Manor House lawns. Take a ride on Bella the train (April-October) or explore the large tree house adventure playground. Pet the goats in the Children’s Farmyard, have lunch […]
Rush Skatepark Attraction Brimbscombe Port, Near Stroud Rush Skatepark is a Community Interest Company (not for profit) which provides a unique indoor facility based in Stroud. Rush is based in an old disused factory in Brimscombe Port and offers a unique rider experience for BMX, Scooter, Skate Boards and In-Line Skates. Situated in one giant […]
Corinium Museum Attraction Cirencester Located at the heart of Cirencester, the ‘Capital of the Cotswolds’. The Corinium Museum’s principal collection consists of the highly significant finds from the Roman town of Corinium Dobunnorum. However, the museum today is much more than that, taking the visitor on a journey through time and charting the development of […]
Far Peak Climbing Attraction Near Northleach Far Peak Climbing Centre is a superb dedicated climbing facility, offering indoor climbing and bouldering for all ages and abilities and outdoor climbing on our 15m tower. We welcome all climbers whatever your level and experience. Whether you want to push your limits, improve your technique and fitness or […]
Batsford Arboretum Attraction Near Moreton-in-Marsh With 56 acres to explore, it’s easy to lose yourself among the leafy glades, find a quiet spot to soak up the sunshine or marvel at the stunning views across the Evenlode Valley at Batsford Arboretum. Enjoy early colour from the snowdrops, spring-flowering bulbs and spectacular Japanese flowering cherries; escape […]
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