• Places to visit

    Things to see and do in the area

THE COTSWOLDS

The beautiful Cotswolds is an area that spans from Stratford-upon-Avon to Bath. Designated an area of natural beauty, the Cotswolds is famous for its picturesque villages and honey coloured limestone houses.

There are many things to see and do to keep the attention of all the family including Country Houses, Museums, Animal Parks, Nature Trails, Country and Village Walks and Cycling routes. Additionally you will find a huge range of shops and eateries to suit all tastes and budgets.

The Cotwolds

The Cotswolds is charmingly unspoilt England with every town and village like a picture postcard. It will be difficult to pick a favourite, but definitely worth a visit is Bourton-on-the-Water, described as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’  and don’t forget Broadway, the ‘jewel’ of the Cotswolds in Worcestershire, a picturesque village boasting the longest High Street in England.

There are numerous other places to visit including the most beautifully preserved village of Lacock, Bibury, Burford and Chipping Campden.

Whether you are driving, cycling or walking, the Cotswolds has huge appeal to suit all ages.

OXFORD

Home to Britain’s oldest University and famous Ashmolean Museum. Have a go at punting on the river, take an open top tour of the city, explore the many universities… or spend time shopping in this beautiful city.

DIDDLY SQUAT FARMSHOP

Opened in 2020 by Jeremy Clarkson and Lisa Hogan, Diddly Squat Farm hosts a small barn full of local goods. The Big View Café is also based on site, selling Jeremy’s own Hawkstone beer and literally the best hamburgers… in the world (so we’re told)!

COTSWOLD WILDLIFE PARK

See an amazing array of animals from Lemurs to Giraffes, lions, reptiles and birds from every continent and much, much more! All situated in wonderful landscaped gardens.

BLENHEIM PALACE

Visit the World Heritage site in Woodstock, near Oxford. This magnificent mansion and gardens is home to the Duke of Marlborough and was the ancestral home and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.

There’s so much to see and do in the Cotswolds