Woodchester Valley is a family owned boutique vineyard and winery in the South Cotswolds producing…
Chastleton is a hidden gem located in the beautiful Cotswold countryside. With both a Jacobean…
Near the porch are headstones to three of the Mitford sisters, Nancy, Unity and Diana Mitford.…
A large 18th century house, home to the County’s collections. Explore Oxfordshire’s story from the…
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Country Park/Nature Reserve
CHELTENHAM
Cutsdean Quarry is a nature reserve cared for and maintained by the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. During the spring and summer months, the open rock faces make it a great location to spot reptiles such as adders, grass snakes and common lizards…
Church/Chapel
Guiting Power
St Michael's and All Angels is primarily a Norman building, with a beautifully carved south door. Indeed, the door is one of the few remaining pieces of Norman architecture, for the church was heavily remodelled in the 13th and 15th centuries.
Church/Chapel
Ascott under Wychwood
Holy Trinity is set in the heart of the beautiful village of Ascott-under-Wychwood. It abounds with fascinating historical features and has been the centre of worship in the village for some 900 years.
Museum
Winchcombe
A wonderful accredited Community Museum in the heart of Historic Winchcombe reflecting 2,000 years of local history and a fascinating collection of police memorabilia.
Church/Chapel
Witney
Though with Norman origins, the present building is mostly 13th century and was dedicated in 1243. The 156ft spire is a notable landmark, visible for miles around.
Historic House/Palace
Near Cheltenham
Golden stoned Jacobean manor house with exquisite gatehouse set amid 20 acres of landscaped grounds. Important 14thC tythe barn. Tudor great hall with shuffleboard.
Church/Chapel
Kencot
St George's Church in Kencot is of late 12th century origin and features a tower with a curious side turret with a sloping roof, which was added later and makes it look unfinished.
Church/Chapel
Chipping Norton
A wool church and Grade I listed building, St Mary the Virgin is tucked away near the bottom of the hill on which the town sits. The setting seems incongruous, however it is here in the shadow of the church and what was once the castle, that the…
Church/Chapel
Witney
The church has an unusual tower; positioned in the north west corner of the church it is square at ground stage, octagonal at upper stages with a pyramid roof, and is characteristic of Normandy churches.
Brewery
Hook Norton
Established in 1849, Hook Norton Brewery is a proudly independent family owned, fifth generation brewery that brews a range of cask, keg and bottled ales. Visitor centre, brewery tours, shire horses, steam engine, museum, café and coffee shop.
Church/Chapel
Asthall
A 12th century church in the Windrush Valley, with a 14th century transept converted into a chantry chapel. This has a very rare small 14th century altar with a built-in piscina, two reliquaries and a huge tomb recess housing a delicately carved…
Historic Site
Cirencester
A large, well preserved, earth covered, Roman amphitheatre.
Church/Chapel
Church Hanborough
The church's octagonal limestone spire is visible from all around. Dating back to 12C, the church was internally remodelled in 14C
Canal / Waterway / Marina
Stroud
Stroudwater Navigation from Saul Junction to Stroud. Thames and Severn Canal from Stroud to Lechlade. Canals under restoration, with canal path walks and boat trips.
Church/Chapel
Cirencester
Cirencester is one of the great "wool" churches of the Cotswolds, & is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.
Craft Workshop
Ledbury
Creative and fun potter’s wheel experiences from our idyllic Herefordshire studio on the Eastnor Castle Estate. Spend a couple of hours, day or weekend discovering your inner potter.
Church/Chapel
Tetbury
Built in 1777-1781 in Georgian Gothic-style. Spire is 4th highest in England measuring at 186ft, part of the old medieval church. Recently restored to basic 18thC line.
Church/Chapel
Leafield
The present church was built in 1859-60 to a design by Sir George Gilbert Scott, one of a trio of eminent Victorian architects. The original spire was rebuilt in 1865 and further shortened in 1934. Even so, the church is visible for many miles…
Historic Site
CHELTENHAM
A good example of a neolithic long barrow, with the mound still intact and surrounded by a stone wall.
Museum
Cirencester
Most towns had lock-ups, which were used to imprison people for short periods of time, often just overnight.