2026 Churchill Car Show

StayCotswold Sponsors The 2026 Churchill Car Show   On the 14 June, 2026, StayCotswold sponsored the popular bi-annual event, The Churchill Car Show for the second-year running. The show was a big success, gathering together car enthusiasts, families and businesses from across the region. The event showcased a range of classic, vintage and modern-day cars […]

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Cotswold Festivals this August bank holiday weekend

Cotswold Festivals The Big Feastival Alex James’ Farm, the Cotswolds. If you have never heard of it, you’re in for a serious treat. A glamorous (and gastronomic) Glastonbury! This Cotswold festival is an eclectic mix of non-stop amazing artists, celebrity chefs and fun activities for all the family. The 2026 line-up will see Basement Jaxx, […]

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Where to Stay During Cheltenham Festival

NOW BOOKING FOR CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL ACCOMMODATION IN 2026 Each year the towns and villages around Cheltenham Racecourse are bustling with racegoers as the festival comes to town. This year the four-day festival takes place from Tuesday 10th to Friday 13th March and we’re already seeing plenty of holiday cottage bookings coming through from festival goers. […]

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Top Ten Reasons to Visit The Cotswolds

As you can imagine, we LOVE the Cotswolds, so we’ve pulled together some of our favourite reasons to visit The Cotswolds Our 10 reasons why we think you should visit… #1 Explore the picture postcard villages The Cotswolds are famous for some of the most picturesque villages that you will find! Such as Burford, Bourton-on-the-Water, […]

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Things To Do at Easter in the Cotswolds

An Eggcellent Easter in the Cotswolds Spring is a wonderful time to visit the Cotswolds, with warmer days on the way and the Easter holidays just around the corner. Experience all the joys of spring in the countryside, from traditional egg hunts and nature trails to newborn lambs in the fields and carpets of daffodils.We’ve […]

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Family Days Out in The Cotswolds

Given that the area covers approximately 800 square miles of breath-taking rural landscape, you’ll find a vast range of outdoor pursuits and numerous ways to enjoy the natural environment, as well as museums, educational activities, and more – here are our top ideas for family days out in the Cotswolds! A Cotswold Day Out for […]

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Exclusive Discount at The Old Mill for StayCotswold Guests

There are few villages in the Cotswolds as instantly recognisable as Lower Slaughter. With its gently curving lanes, honey-coloured stone cottages, and the River Eye winding quietly through the centre, it feels like a place untouched by hurry. It’s the kind of village that encourages you to slow down from the moment you arrive – […]

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Indoor Activities in the Cotswolds for a Rainy Day

Things to do on a rainy day in the Cotswolds Rain, rain go away! You can plan a staycation to your hearts content but there’s annoyingly one thing beyond everyone’s control… the weather! However, you don’t need to worry as there are still plenty of indoor activities in the Cotswolds to do when it’s raining, […]

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February half term fun in the Cotswolds. Top 10 attractions

Top 10 Attractions for February half term fun in the Cotswolds Keeping the kids entertained throughout the school break can be tricky, but with so much to do in the Cotswolds, you’ll be spoiled for choice. This February half term you can enjoy car collections, magic mazes, wonderful wildlife and much, much more. Read on […]

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Cotswold Film Locations

BLOCKBUSTER COTSWOLDS It is not just tourists who are drawn to the Cotswolds, many TV and film makers have been inspired by its historic towns and beautiful countryside. A whole range of TV and films have been shot in the Cotswolds and here is just a selection of places used in famous productions which you […]

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Things To Do This Christmas in the Cotswolds

What To Do This Christmas in the Cotswolds.  We can’t wait for the festive season in the Cotswolds 2025. We know that snuggling up around the wood burner is tempting but there are many great events happening in the run-up to Christmas! You can discover other things to do in the Cotswolds on our full […]

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A Downton Abbey Day Out in the Cotswolds

A Downton Abbey Day Out in the Cotswolds There’s no better time to revisit your favourite Downton moments by exploring filming locations of the TV show and films right here in the Cotswolds. Let’s start with Downton Village, better known to us as Bampton. Browse our places to stay near Downton Abbey in Bampton. St […]

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The Cotswolds: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know

Your One Stop Guide to The Cotswolds The Cotswolds attracts over 35 million visitors per year and many of our guests stay with us time and time again. Covering such a vast expanse, you can return to The Cotswolds every year and still find new places to visit. If you’d like to get a real […]

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