The Cotswolds is the largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in England and Wales. It covers a vast area (approximately 800 square miles) and is made up of five counties. This beautiful vast area is packed full of exciting things to do!
The Cotswolds has been building a reputation for excellent food and drink, culture, arts and crafts for years. Chefs can source almost all their fresh produce from within a very few miles of their kitchens. Artists draw inspiration from the landscape and heritage of the area. Our village pubs are thriving, our high streets are filled with independent shops and family businesses have been providing us with goods and services for generations.
From Oxford in the east to Cheltenham in the west, Chipping Campden in the north to Bath in the South, there are no end things to do in the Cotswolds. Discover fun attractions, cultural experiences, delicious dining out, retail opportunities and begin exploring today.
If you’re searching for what to do in the area, then follow our various links below to find our local recommendations and top things to do in the Cotswolds, ensuring that you make sure your stay in our Cotswold cottages truly memorable!
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 […]
Things to do in Prestbury With Halloween fast approaching, now’s the perfect time to take a trip to a Cotswolds village known for its beautiful listed buildings, scenic views and spine-tingling tales: Prestbury in Cheltenham. Nestled in the heart of Gloucestershire, bordering Cheltenham Racecourse and the charming town of Winchcombe, Prestbury has long been known […]
Free Bottle of English Sparkling Wine On Wine Tastings of 6+ Adults for StayCotswold Guests Tailor-made wine tastings, in the comfort of your holiday cottage. Make your stay in the Cotswolds more luxurious with a private wine tasting from Chris Glassock of The Cheltenham Local Wine School. Chris is a certified WSET Wine Educator and […]
What To Do in Broadway Often referred to as the ‘Jewel of the Cotswolds’, Broadway is ideally situated to explore the breathtaking countryside of the northern Cotswolds, and here are our top 10 things to do in the area: 1. Broadway Tower Where else can our Top 10 start other than at Broadway Tower which, […]
One of the Cotswolds’ many famous residents has been extremely busy of late, putting down his car keys, and turning his hand to the tough, but rewarding world of farming. Jeremy Clarkson’s “Clarkson’s Farm” on Amazon Prime is responsible for putting the village of Chadlington, and nearby Chipping Norton, on the map, and for introducing […]
For some the term ‘spa’ conjures up images of toga-clad Romans luxuriating in thermal pools within pillared courtyards. And so it was centuries ago in Bath. But 21st century tourists are now free to enjoy a thoroughly modern experience at Thermae Bath Spa. Here you can bask in the same mineral-rich, thermal waters but in […]
10% off creative and craft workshops for StayCotswold Guests So, you’re coming to the Cotswolds and are starting to think about what you will do while here. Perhaps you are coming for a romantic break, a family holiday or a getaway with a group of friends? Larkswold Creative Workshops is a local business run by […]
Free Canapés for StayCotswold Guests Peach and Pudding was created in October 2021 by chef Joe Limbrick, and artist/creative Camille Smith. Joe has been a chef in fine dining kitchens for over 18 years, and has worked in various Cotswold establishments including the Bathurst Arms in North Cerney, Barnsley House Hotel and Spa, and Giffords […]
15% off in the ANI store Cirencester for StayCotswold Guests Any trip to the Cotswolds is incomplete without a visit to Cirencester. Known as the capital of the Cotswolds it was chosen as the Best Place to Live in the south west in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide. The judges praised Cirencester for […]
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 […]
10% off spirits at the Cotswolds Distillery for StayCotswold guests Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Cotswolds countryside, the Cotswolds Distillery was born from a dream to produce Outstanding Natural Spirits in one of the most beautiful regions in the world. The distillery opened its doors in 2014 and is the first full-scale distillery […]
The term ‘Chocolate Box’ conjures up a variety of images of quintessentially English villages, any number of which could very realistically be set in The Cotswolds. And there are several reasons why the region, with its gentle hilly landscape and warm limestone architecture, has earned its reputation as one of the most picturesque areas in […]
Soho Farmhouse Accommodation If you’re lucky enough to be a member at Soho House then you’ll be welcomed at Soho Farmhouse. Alternatively, you may have been invited to a special event at the Farmhouse in which case we have some beautiful places to stay near Soho Farmhouse offering luxury accommodation nearby! Soho Farmhouse, located in […]
Cotswolds History The Cotswolds (AONB) incorporates many locations of historical interest, such as Bath, Cheltenham, and Cirencester – the Roman Capital of The Cotswolds. Other places of note, such as Shakespeare’s home, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the important academic seat of Oxford, sit just outside its borders. For those who love to steep themselves in history, there […]
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