Life never stops in the Cotswolds. Year-round festivals. A bustling cultural and arts scene. Marquee sporting events. And then there’s the perpetually changing and ever-beautiful natural surroundings.
So if you’re wondering ‘what’s on in the Cotswolds’ the question really is, where to start? Perhaps our What’s On Guide is as good a place as any.
With the festive season just around the corner, where better to spend time with those you love most than in the heart of the UK’s largest Area of Natural Protected Beauty. Christmas in the Cotswolds encompasses everything from a Christmas market at Blenheim Palace to enchanted farm markets and a Spectacle of Light at Sudeley Castle.
Throughout the rest of the year, you have the Cheltenham Literature Festival the oldest of its kind in the world. Then there’s the world famous Cheltenham race festival one of the most anticipated race meetings in the calendar, as well as the ultimate test in equine skills The Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials.
Let’s not forget the spellbinding Tewkesbury Festival of Light or the British Motor Museum, home to the UK’s largest collection of vintage cars.
So if you’re asking what to do in the Cotswolds, then why not come see for yourself and explore the vast range of festivals, food events, science fairs and more. That’s what’s on in the Cotswolds – and a whole lot more besides…
Cotswold Festivals The 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. This year, Rag ‘n’ Bone Man, Sigala, Nile […]
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 […]
With an area spanning just over 800 square miles, you won’t be stuck wondering what to do in the Cotswolds. Here’s a taster of what’s on in the Cotswolds this Spring / Summer season. April/June From May through to September the stunning open-air Amphitheatre at Berrybank Park will stage a selection of theatre, concerts, comedy […]
An Eggellent Easter in the Cotswolds Warmer days are almost upon us and we’re counting down the days till the Easter holidays. Experience all the wonders of Springtime that the Cotswolds has to offer – lambing, daffodils and plenty of Easter egg hunts! We’ve rounded up some of our top Easter activities for you to […]
What To Do In Faringdon The historic market town of Faringdon is situated in the Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire which borders the Cotswolds along the South Easterly edge. Here are our top 10 fun things to do near Faringdon. 1. Lord Berners Signs Take a walk around town and look out for the curious […]
A Day Out at Blenheim Palace Come rain or shine, Blenheim Palace is breath-takingly beautiful and a must-see destination in the Cotswolds. Built in 1705, Blenheim Palace has over 300 years of history to explore and as the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, no history lovers will be left disappointed! Although don’t misunderstand, Blenheim has […]
Bonfire Night in the Cotswolds We can all picture it now; the excited little ones holding their sparklers, the teenagers wanting louder, more explosive fireworks and the adults enjoying a hot chocolate or maybe something a bit stronger! Bonfire night is always a great time for a get together and here in the Cotswolds, we […]
Walking Holidays in the Cotswolds Sean Callery is a Blue Badge tourist guide and specialises in town tours across the Cotswolds. Here is a taste of what you’ll discover on the Offbeat Cotswolds tour of Broadway! If you’re interested in a Cotswold walking holiday, see below for contact details. Broadway Stars The beautiful Cotswolds village […]
Stow-on-the-Wold Attractions The highest of all the Cotswold towns, Stow-on-the-Wold is a popular destination year-round, thanks to the abundance of things to see and do on the doorstep. 1. The Market Square The epicentre of the town, The Market Square, is a must visit for anyone staying in or close to Stow-on-the-Wold. The focus of […]
What to do in Burford Often referred to as the Gateway to the Cotswolds, the picture-perfect market town of Burford is a must visit destination. Take a look at our Top 10 things to see and do in Burford; 1. Church of St John the Baptist A great way to start your stay in Burford […]
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 […]
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