Food and Drink in the Cotswolds

The Cotswolds has earned itself a well-deserved reputation as a foodie destination, not only for the quality of eateries throughout the area, but also for the array of produce on offer. 

You will be sure to find a lovely cafe, pub or restaurant in most of the towns and villages throughout the Cotswolds, and there is a happy sprinkling of Michelin stars too.

Single Gloucester cheese and Gloucester Old Spot pork have been awarded Protected Designation of Origin status. Smart’s has become well-known for making Double Gloucester cheese but there are also a host of small independent cheese makers, famously including ex-Blur bassist Alex James.

Other local favourites include Tewkesbury mustard, Bibury trout, Stinking Bishop cheese and Hobbs House bread. This high quality produce can often be found on menus in pubs, restaurants and cafes in the Cotswolds.  And now the Cotswolds has its very own spirit - Cotswolds Dry Gin.  It's made at the Cotswolds Distillery and is the first ever full-scale distillery in the region.  Don't miss the Cotswolds Single Malt Whisky either!

Farmers’ markets take place in most of our towns, as well as some smaller Cotswold villages. Stroud Farmers’ Market has won numerous awards and spills out through the streets of Stroud every Saturday morning. Why not pick up some local produce to make up a picnic to enjoy in the beautiful rural landscapes of the Cotswolds? 

Foodies will love the choice of farm shops and specialist shops such as Daylesford Organic near Kingham, William’s Fishmarket & Foodhall in Nailsworth and The Cotswold Cheese Company in Moreton in Marsh

Cheltenham Food Festival and Tewkesbury Food Festival are becoming bigger and better each year. Both festivals provide a great day out and a chance to sample and buy local food and local ales brewed in the Cotswolds. The Big Feastival is a unique celebration of food and drink on Alex James' farm near Kingham, whilst the Wilderness Festival offers long-table banquets overseen by top chefs.

To enjoy a true flavour of the Cotswolds, don’t miss a traditional Cotswold afternoon tea either in a village tearoom or in the grand surroundings of a country hotel. For something stronger, choose a pint of local ale in a traditional country pub. The Gloucestershire Ale Trail highlights some of the Cotswolds’ outstanding craft breweries.

Food & DrinkHighlights

The Chequers, Churchill

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The Prince of Burford

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The Bear Inn

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The Beckford Inn

Built from Cotswold stone, and one of the first buildings on the road between Tewkesbury and…

Daylesford Organic

Daylesford Organic’s Cotswold farmshop includes three farm to fork cafés: The Trough…

The Wheatsheaf Inn

The team of chefs at the Wheatsheaf Inn take pride in presenting and cooking food to…

Cotswold Lakes Brew Co

CLB lakeside bar at Cleveland Lakes Nature Reserve, in partnership with Wild Leisure. This year you…

Royal Oak Ramsden

The Royal Oak Ramsden, the traditional Cotswold Pub. Offering a welcoming bar, populated…

Buckland Manor

One of the most elegant country house hotels in the Cotswolds, Buckland Manor is tucked away in a…

Diversitea Cafe

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The Painswick

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The Trout

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The Noel Arms Hotel

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The Rattlebone

Set in the picturesque Cotswolds village of Sherston, The Rattlebone Inn is a classic English…

Egypt Mill

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The Harcourt Arms

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Josser in the Park

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The Porch House

This stylish, multi-award winning boutique Inn with restaurant and 13 rooms is located in the centre…

Tailors

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The Wild Rabbit

In the heart of Kingham, the award-winning Wild Rabbit dining experience celebrates the ingredients…

The Royal Oak, Prestbury

Once originally two cottages, The Royal Oak is a traditional Grade II-listed British pub with plenty…

The Lion Inn

The Lion Inn is situated in the heart of historic Winchcombe, which has an abundance of beautiful…

The Redesdale

****Opening June 2026**** The Redesdale in Moreton-in-Marsh is a historic coaching inn offering…

Hyll Hotel Restaurant

Hyll restaurant is open, welcoming and made for the kind of meals you remember. It seats 50, with a…

The Gateway

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Missing Bean, Charlbury

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The Fox at Oddington

Whether you’re joining for a pint, a cocktail or a leisurely meal, you’ll always…

The Swan Hotel

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Grey's Restaurant

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The Tivoli, Cheltenham

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The Back Garden

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The George Townhouse

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