Discover Northleach
One of the best kept secrets in the Cotswolds, Northleach is right in the heart of the Cotswolds but tucked quietly away from the busy A40.
At the town's centre is the ancient Market Place with some wonderful half-timbered buildings and houses dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries. Here you'll find all the necessities of village life including a butcher and baker - though sadly no candle stick maker!
The small town has a friendly, unhurried atmosphere with two pubs, including The Wheatsheaf with 14 rooms, plus a wine bar and cafe.
The medieval wool trade brought great wealth to the Cotswolds and Northleach boasts one of the Cotswolds' most impressive 'wool' churches: the church of St Peter and St Paul is considered the 'Cathedral of the Cotswolds'.
A short walk from the town centre is the Old Prison, an 18C 'House of Correction' with both prison and court house. It now houses a cafe, the offices for the Cotswolds Conservation Board with a collection of old farm carts behind.
Northleach was also the setting for the hit mockumentary sitcom 'This Country' about the boredom of life for young people in small rural towns!
Things to Do in Northleach
Northleach - St Peter and St Paul
Known as The Cathedral of the Cotswolds, the Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul has stood at…
Chedworth Roman Villa (National Trust)
Chedworth Roman Villa was rediscovered by the Victorians over 150 years ago. Leading the way in…
Lodge Park & Sherborne Estate (National Trust)
Lodge Park John 'Crump' Dutton built this 17th-century grandstand, fuelled by his passion…
Scenic Sauna
● Woodland Sauna and Ice baths ● Guided sessions with a certified Wim Hof Method Instructor ● Weekly…
Eating out in Northleach
The Old Prison Cafe
The Old Prison Café in Northleach offers a distinctive dining experience, set within the…
The Wheatsheaf Inn
The team of chefs at the Wheatsheaf Inn take pride in presenting and cooking food to…
Places to Stay in Northleach
Welcome to the Wheatsheaf Inn Nestled in the ever-so quaint market town of Northleach, this historic ivy-covered coaching inn has taken centre-stage in the heart of the community since the 17th-century. At the bar, you’ll find a hand-picked selection of wines, cask ales and quirky…