Blogs all about The Cotswolds

Here you will find blogs about all things Cotswolds. 

From the best country pubs to fun and free activities for all the family, here we dive into more detail about current goings on in our 800 square miles of outstanding natural beauty. 

Celebrating history … Sudeley Castle and Gardens

As Sudeley Castle and Gardens celebrates Lady Ashcombe’s 50 th year as the castle’s esteemed Chatelaine, we take a look at the fascinating history of the Tudor castle and the year of celebrations ahead. With royal connections spanning a thousand years, Sudeley Castle has played an important role in…

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May Half Term Events and Activities

Gloucester Tall Ships Gloucester Tall Ships Festival - May 25th to 27th. Tickets from just £8. Under sixes go free. Come rock the dock at Gloucester Tall Ships Festival - the maritime extravaganza where sea shanties meet hip-hop, submarines house DJs, and movie-star ships fire their cannons. Have…

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A Day in the Life of ... Liam White

We asked Liam White, Animal Manager at Fairytale Farm, to give us a glimpse behind the scenes and tell us about a typical day in his life at the farm. Vote for Liam in VisitEngland's Tourism Superstar awards! I like to help out the rest of the team, so on my drive to work I pick up any…

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Romantic Winter Experiences

Make unforgettable memories together, as you experience a romantic winter escape to the Cotswolds with the one you love. Cotswold Tours & Travel Book a tour with Cotswold Tours & Travel and make unforgettable memories with the one you love. Priding themselves on providing high-quality, immersive…

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Autumn Activities

From seasonal walks to autumnal workshops, hands-on activities and guided tours, there’re so many reasons to visit the Cotswolds this Autumn. Go Cotswolds 'Cotswolds in a Day' tour Pick up points in Stratford-upon-Avon and Moreton-in-Marsh Throughout October 2023 By popular demand, Go Cotswolds…

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Halloween Hijinks

For spooktacular fun for all ages head to the creepy Cotswolds this Halloween! Halloween at Blenheim Palace Blenheim Palace 20 - 29 October 2023 As Halloween creeps closer and the days shorten, there's a chill in the air at Blenheim Palace where ghosts, ghouls and witches get ready to deliver a…

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Half Term Fun

There's so much to keep the kids entertained this October half term in the Cotswolds, from Halloween themed activities to heritage events, wildlife experiences to hands-on workshops. Pumpkin Patch Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park Fri, Sat & Sun from 6 October and 26 – 31 October 2023 Step into a…

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Winter Wonders

Most of us love Christmas, but even the biggest fan might need a break from all the festive frivolities, so here are some great non-Christmassy things to do at the ‘most wonderful time of the year’. Drawn to Water Until 1 January 2024 Slimbridge Pull on your boots and discover the magic of…

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Christmas Light Trails

Make your Christmas even more magical this year and experience one of the magical Christmas lights trails in the Cotswolds. Blenheim Palace Christmas Lights Trail 17 November 2023 to 1 January 2024 Blenheim Palace, OX20 1UL Blenheim Palace is a place where new memories are made as a multitude of…

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Animal encounters

Whether you want to take an alpaca for a walk, make friends with some farm animals or get up close to some of the most dangerous creatures in the world, you’ll find some amazing animal attractions in the Cotswolds. Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park Meet 50+ rare breeds of British farm animals…

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