Cotswolds Tourism News

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August 2022

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  FREE things to do this Summer in the Cotswolds05-08-2022

  Some great places to picnic, parks and play areas to enjoy, discovery trails to follow, nature sites to explore and some wonderful free events -…

November 2017

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  Christmas in the Cotswolds24-11-2017

  Ever felt like escaping the hustle and bustle of Christmas?  Imagine it – kicking off your shoes, settling in for the festivities and…

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  Lighting up the Cotswolds24-11-2017

  Christmas is the perfect time to see some of our best known attractions in a whole new light!  As the nights draw in, and mornings and…

October 2017

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  Made in the Cotswolds08-10-2017

  The natural beauty of the Cotswolds has inspired some of the country’s greatest creative minds in the past.  That creative legacy…

September 2017

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  Touring the Cotswolds08-09-2017

  Whether you like to use two feet, four wheels or a bike, you’ll be spoilt for choice for Cotswolds based experts who’ll help you take the…

August 2017

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  On your bike15-08-2017

  The Tour of Britain is coming to the Cotswolds on Saturday 9th September - a fantastic opportunity to see world class cycling in some of our most…

July 2017

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  Go wild in the Cotswolds16-07-2017

  The Cotswolds are home to some pretty wild places – whether it’s somewhere to have an al fresco picnic, enjoy the local bird or…

June 2017

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  Romance and Roses19-06-2017

  With Father’s Day a dim and distant memory – it’s time to focus on the ladies – and the Cotswolds are the perfect place for…

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  The Cotswolds is going all manly for Father’s Day!05-06-2017

  If you’re looking for a gift with a difference this Father’s Day, the Cotswolds is full-to-bursting with amazing experiences to make his…

May 2017

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  Latin lovers in the Cotswolds22-05-2017

  The Roman legions arrived in England in 43AD and stayed for the next 350 years - unsurprisingly many traces remain, some definitely more immediately…

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  Going mad in the Cotswolds02-05-2017

  The Cotswolds has a well-deserved reputation for being home to some very quirky events and plenty of them are coming up now!

  This bank holiday…

March 2017

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  Easter in the Cotswolds20-03-2017

  Easter in the Cotswolds... We've got quite a choice: a chicken hunt, river cruise, Easter bunnies, ghost tours, fish dinners, music, arts,…

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  Literary Cotswolds13-03-2017

  Planning a literary getaway? The Cotswolds has inspired many of our great writers and poets over the centuries. Here’s just a few of…

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  Mothering Sunday06-03-2017

  Mothering Sunday is a wonderful day for showing your mum just how special she really is – whether by whisking her off for a night away,…

February 2017

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  Soak up the excitement as The Festival comes to Cheltenham27-02-2017

  March sees the return of the highlight of the jump racing season with the world famous Cheltenham Festival: four days of atmosphere, anticipation and…

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  The 'Wolds are alive with the sound of music!22-02-2017

  We have a fantastic year of live music coming up in the Cotswolds. From celebrated artists in stunning venues to music festivals with a local…

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  Places to propose in the Cotswolds13-02-2017

  The Cotswolds is one of the most romantic destinations in Britain so what better place to pop the question? Here are some wonderful proposal…

January 2017

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  Hot dates in the Cotswolds27-01-2017

  Stuck for ideas for Valentine's day? Or in need of a bit of year-round romance. We'll share with you some of the hottest dates in the…

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  Lumps and bumps and standing stones26-01-2017

  For most of us school history was stuffed full of Tudors and Victorians with a sprinkling of Normans, civil wars and maybe the odd Roman thrown into…

December 2016

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  Winter walks in the Cotswolds21-12-2016

  Winter in the Cotswolds is a stunning experience so why not embrace the great outdoors, breathe some fresh crisp air and enjoy a Winter…

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  The Cotswolds: open year-round20-12-2016

  The Cotswolds is a wonderful place to visit at any time of the year. There’s always plenty to do, even in the middle of Winter!

  Go…

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  Extra special Cotswolds Christmas gifts12-12-2016

  We've hand-picked a fantastic selection of extra special Christmas gifts from the Cotswolds, all of which you can buy online so you…

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  Warm up with a pudding in the Cotswolds01-12-2016

  As the winter evenings get chilly, warm up with a good old-fashioned English pudding!  Evoking happy childhood memories, our famous puddings…

November 2016

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  Afternoon teas in the Cotswolds24-11-2016

  The Cotswolds offers some fabulous locations to treat yourself to the English tradition of afternoon tea. If winter days are chilly, warm up with an…

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  Delis in the Cotswolds16-11-2016

  Sara Chardin unearth’s some of the finest delis in the Cotswolds.

  It’s not only the quality of the restaurants and cafés in the…

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  Lighting up the Cotswolds09-11-2016

  Christmas is always a time for lights but this year it will be even brighter than usual thanks to the amazing array of illuminated events and festive…

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  Cotswold Christmas Markets09-11-2016

  It’s that wonderful time of year when everything sparkles, we sing along to Christmas Carols and the most delicious aromas pervade the huge…

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  Gin o'clock09-11-2016

  Historically known as "mother’s ruin", gin joined the retro resurgence and is now the sophisticated drink of choice. With flavour and…

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  Fine dining in the Cotswolds02-11-2016

  If you're looking for fabulous food in a beautiful setting, the Cotswolds is the place to be! We have some wonderful,…

October 2016

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  Brewed in the Cotswolds31-10-2016

  Whatever your favourite tipple, we guarantee there’s a Cotswolds brew with your name on it – just waiting to be discovered and enjoyed…

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  Haunted Cotswolds24-10-2016

  To celebrate Hallowe'en, we’ve unearthed some of the scariest, spookiest, most spine-tingling places to visit in the Cotswolds…

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  Cotswolds pubs and inns19-10-2016

  We love our traditional Cotswolds pubs and inns. Not only are they are steeped in history, but they also serve some sensational food, made with…

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  Autumn walks in the Cotswolds18-10-2016

  There’s a crispness in the air and the trees are turning vibrant shades of red, orange and yellow, making it a wonderful time for a walk in…

September 2016

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  Celebrating harvest time in the Cotswolds30-09-2016

  It’s a wonderful time of the year to enjoy the abundance of produce grown in the Cotswolds.

  Fresh from the market

  We have regular…

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  An abundance of autumnal apples22-09-2016

  The orchards and gardens of Cotswolds are full of different apple varieties and at this time of year they are just waiting to be picked and eaten.…

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  The Cotswolds lights up the small screen16-09-2016

  Are you a big fan of the BBC series Poldark? You may think that the stunning locations are all in Cornwall, however some scenes were shot…

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  Lights, Camera, Action!16-09-2016

  What a backdrop: charming villages, historic towns and imposing houses, castles and palaces! Little wonder that film producers are forever…

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  Cotswold Castles and Palaces05-09-2016

  The Cotswolds are home to some of the country’s most imposing and beautiful castles and palaces.  With royal connections by the…

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  Heritage Open Days in the Cotswolds02-09-2016

  Many of our Cotswolds towns are putting on free events and activities for the national Heritage Open Days, a celebration of history, architecture…

August 2016

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  Cotswolds Bank Holiday Bonanza19-08-2016

  There are so many great events going on in the Cotswolds this August Bank Holiday weekend.  Here’s just a selection. Visit our…

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  Cotswolds Active12-08-2016

  The Rio Olympics is inspiring us to try out new sports and get active! Here in the Cotswolds we’ve got so many great activities to try, as…

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  Top 10 Rainy Day Activities in the Cotswolds05-08-2016

  Even in the Cotswolds it can't be sunny all the time but rainy days will give you a chance to discover all the great indoor family attractions…

July 2016

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  Cotswolds 4 Kids21-07-2016

  Hooray, the Summer holidays are finally here! The long weeks of summer are stretching out ahead and you may be wondering how to fill up the days…

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  Enjoy a Snozzcumber Summer!20-07-2016

  Enjoy a Snozzcumber Summer!

  The much anticipated new blockbuster version of Roald Dahl's  classic tale of the BFG is released this…

June 2016

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  Our favourite Cotswold walks!24-06-2016

  Terriers Rufus and Heidi tell us their favourite dog walks in the Cotswolds!

  Rufus and Heidi are part of PetsPyjamas team of pets. Owned…

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  All creatures great and small13-06-2016

  From cuddly little bunnies you can happily handle, to lions and rhinos that you definitely don’t want to get too close to!

  Abbey…

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  Costume dramas13-06-2016

  Enjoy a bit of costume drama? If so, you going to be spoilt for choice in the Cotswolds this summer!

   

  Visit Sudeley Castle on July…

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  Go with the flow10-06-2016

  Kenneth Grahame definitely got it right in Wind in the Willows when he wrote “There is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so much worth…

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  Hit the heights10-06-2016

  Got a head for heights? The Cotswolds offers visitors plenty of highs with the added bonus of spectacular views across the Cotswold countryside…

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  Painswick - Queen of the Cotswolds03-06-2016

  Painswick, the Queen of the Cotswolds

  The Queen of the Cotswolds - a deserving name for the quaint, almost unbelievably pretty, village of…