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. 

Christmas Markets & Fayres

Visit a Cotswold Christmas market or fayre and immerse yourself in the excitement and spirit of the festive season. Bursting with unique, locally made gifts, decorations and tempting treats you’ll be spoiled for choice with plenty of gift ideas for friends and family, or even an early present for…

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Cotswold Christmas Gifts

Make a loved one’s Christmas even more special this year and give them a unique Cotswold gift. From Cotswold delicacies and award-winning tipples to handmade crafts and unique Cotswold experiences, there’s a Cotswold gift for everyone this Christmas! New Brewery Arts, Cirencester Give hand crafted…

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Cotswold Christmas Gift Guide

Why not make someone’s Christmas that extra bit special this year and give them a unique Cotswold gift? From Cotswold tipples and handmade crafts, unique Cotswold experiences and annual attraction passes, there’s something for everyone this Christmas! Check out some of our favourites below. If…

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Discover Witney - a wonderful Cotswold surprise

For first time visitors Witney is a very pleasant surprise: no quaint chocolate box Cotswold village but vibrant and busy with people lured to town by the independent shops, cafes and restaurants. One of Witney’s great charms is the contrasts it offers: the wonderful old Town Hall and medieval…

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Woodstock's Precious Gem

Libby Rak Gallery of Jewellery, Woodstock’s only jewellery store, draws customers from far and wide who are attracted by stylish designs and super sparkly jewellery. It’s the jewel in the crown of Woodstock’s creative and entrepreneurial community and a showcase for the best in British design and…

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Christmas in Cheltenham

With over 140 independent shops, hundreds of high street brands and well known retailers, a Christmas Market and Arts & Crafts Market, Cheltenham is the perfect destination for your festive shopping. The town has recently welcomed the UK's first ever John Lewis & Partners store which features a…

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Shop 'til you drop

Ready, get set, shop! Yes – it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and there’s nowhere more picturesque and festive than the beautiful Cotswold market towns – home to fabulous independent shops and boutiques – as well as larger designer shops – all full to bursting with wonderful gift ideas…

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Men only

Still searching for a way to make Father’s Day the best ever? Then look no further than the beautiful Cotswolds where we’re full to bursting with manly ideas to make your dad’s special day one he’ll never forget. Treat your very own hero with a visit to beautiful Sudeley Castle to see the fabulous…

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Christmas gifts and more

There’s no denying it, Christmas is nearly here and whether you embrace the full festive fun or choose to escape the build up, there's plenty of things to do and gorgeous gifts to buy in the Cotswolds. Santa and his Elf return to their magical grotto at Batsford Arboretum this Christmas on…

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