Things to do in the Cotswolds, events & lifestyle

There's plenty of Halloween fun to be had in the Cotswolds (c) rand22 / Getty Images

Inglenook Cottage, Broad Campden (c) SIMON FOSTER

Whatley Manor Hotel and Spa (c) Clive Nichols

Christmas

16 exciting brands you'll see at The Christmas Fair in The Cotswolds

The Christmas Fair in The Cotswolds embraces local charm this festive season

Christmas markets and events in the Cotswolds

Where to enjoy a delicious Christmas Day lunch in the Cotswolds

Early bird tickets on sale for Sudeley Castle's popular Spectacle of Light

Places

Cheltenham Racecourse to host its own Oktoberfest

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Words: Tracy Spiers

Runners and riders in the Foundation Developments Ltd Maiden Hurdle during day one of The Showcase at Cheltenham Racecourse (c) Tim Goode/PA Wire

Chelt-ober Fest - the Oktoberfest with a difference!

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16 exciting brands you'll see at The Christmas Fair in The Cotswolds

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

The Christmas Fair in The Cotswolds embraces local charm this festive season

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Martin Lane steps down as Director of the Cotswolds Conservation Board

Monday, October 14, 2019 Words: Siân Ellis

As Martin Lane, Director of the Cotswolds Conservation Board, steps into retirement, he talks to Siân Ellis about the Board's pioneering role, achievements over the last 20 years... and lugging a Google Trekker along the Cotswold Way

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William Ernest Henley: Poet, playwright & polymath

Monday, October 14, 2019 Words: Stephen Roberts

Portrait of William Ernest Henley (author unknown / source ‘The Story of the House of Cassell’)

Gloucester-born William Ernest Henley was, amongst his many other attributes, the man who inspired the character of Long John Silver

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Events to enjoy this Halloween (and during October half-term) in the Cotswolds

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Elizabeth Hartland

After something to entertain the kids during half-term? Or are you counting down the days to enjoy the thrills and spills of Halloween? We pick a selection of events to celebrate the spookiest time of year in the Cotswolds

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Travel

You can now enjoy a luxury breakaway at WWT Slimbridge

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

This exclusive experience is available on a self-catering basis

A unique opportunity to experience life as one of the UK's most celebrated conservationists is now on offer at WWT Slimbridge, thanks to the anticipated launch of Scott House, Bewick's Lodge

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14 charming Cotswold homes you can rent via Cotswolds Hideaways

Thursday, October 3, 2019

Whether you're looking for a relaxing break for two, a getaway with family or a base to explore the beauty of the Cotswolds, the region boasts plenty of wonderful places to stay. We pick 14 stunning properties you can rent via Cotswolds Hideaways to enjoy your perfect breakaway

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5 reasons why you should visit the Forest of Dean this summer

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 Words and pictures: Candia McKormack

It may only be a half-hour drive or so, but the magical, mystical Forest of Dean is a world away from the Cotswolds

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An A to Z of everything great about the Cotswolds

Thursday, June 6, 2019 Elizabeth Hartland

Arlington Row © Raymond Llewellyn, Shutterstock

From A to Z, we scroll through the alphabet and reveal 26 reasons why the Cotswolds is such a wonderful place for visitors to explore, and residents to call home

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Through the keyhole: The House at No.131, Cheltenham

Tuesday, April 9, 2019

The House at No.131 boasts individually designed, effortlessly stylish bedrooms (c) Simon Brown

Adding to its stunning collection of hotels, pubs and restaurants, the Lucky Onion Group opens its latest property: The House at No.131

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Walks

Autumn walks in the Cotswolds: 12 of the best

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 Elizabeth Hartland

On a crisp, autumnal day, there is nothing better than gathering the family for a stroll amongst some of the most colourful woodland and countryside the Cotswolds has to offer. We've accumulated a list of our favourite places to catch the majority of this season's golden hues

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Cotswolds Walk: Broadway Tower Walk

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Explore the beautiful Cotswold countryside with the Cotswold Walks app

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Dog friendly walks in the Cotswolds (you may not know about)

Tuesday, August 13, 2019 Words: Siân Ellis

Exercising with your canine companion really gets the endorphins flowing (c) Nick Jackson Photography / Getty Images

Enjoy fresh sights and surprises walking some of the Cotswolds' less well-known routes. And don't forget your canine companion

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Cotswolds Walk: Southrop to Eastleach

Monday, August 5, 2019

Explore the beautiful Cotswold countryside with the Cotswold Walks app

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Cotswold Ways Walk: Discovering legendary beasts between Tewkesbury and Gloucester

Tuesday, July 9, 2019 Words & photos: Anthony Nanson and Kirsty Hartsiotis

To and from the Severn with two of Gloucestershire's biggest legendary beasties, the Coombe Hill sea serpent and the Deerhurst dragon

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Gardens

Ad Feature 6 great garden centres to visit in Oxfordshire

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

There are many garden centres with cafes that can turn a visit to buy plants and garden supplies into something special. Here are 6 garden centres in Oxfordshire every green-fingered enthusiast will want to visit

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Thursday, August 1, 2019

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Beautiful Cotswold gardens you need to visit

Tuesday, July 23, 2019 Hayley Cooper

Whether you're an avid gardener or a lover of all things outdoors, we pick some of the most beautiful gardens in the Cotswolds we think are definitely worth a visit.

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Through the keyhole of a Georgian coach house in Bath

Tuesday, June 18, 2019 Words: Victoria Jenkins & pictures: William Goddard

Sarah’s cosy-looking cottage began as stables for the big house next door. It is much bigger now after Sarah raised the roof to expand the loft space

What was once the old stables doubled in size during the renovation of this Georgian coach house in Bath

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Gloucestershire garden wins big at RHS Chatsworth 2019

Thursday, June 6, 2019 Words & photos: Mandy Bradshaw

Jamie Butterworth with his gold medal at RHS Chatsworth Flower Show (c) Mandy Bradshaw

It's gold all the way for Jamie Butterworth's The Wedgwood Garden at the RHS Chatsworth Flower Show

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Celebrity Interviews

Julian Fellowes: Downton Abbey creator on royalty, loyalty, courtesy and costumes

Monday, October 7, 2019 Words: Katie Jarvis

Julian Fellowes talks about the hotly-anticipated new Downton Abbey - yes, it's out! - film. Katie Jarvis (who had a sneak movie preview) chatted to him about royalty, loyalty, courtesy and costumes

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Adam Henson on his book, 'A Breed Apart: My Adventures with Britain's Rare Breeds'

Tuesday, September 24, 2019 Words: Adam Henson

Adam with Albion cattle and Golden Guernsey goats

Why Adam Henson has finally got round to committing the story of our nation's livestock heritage to print

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Zara Tindall: "You feel like you can get lost in the valleys of Gatcombe for hours"

Tuesday, July 23, 2019 Words: Katie Jarvis

Zara Tindall riding BGS Class Affair at The Smith & Williamson British Intermediate Championship , 2017 (c) Kit Houghton

The Magic Millions Festival of British Eventing is in the DNA of Zara Tindall. Now, as brother Peter has taken over the reins at Gatcombe, its all about future-proofing the festival

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Beverley Knight: "I will always feel like the girl from Wolverhampton"

Tuesday, July 9, 2019 Words: Sandra Kessell

Lucky you if you have tickets for Cornbury's Friday extravaganza. Beverley Knight, international soul superstar and consummate live performer, is back on the festival stage with a bang

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Dom Joly: The new Cheltonian

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Dom Joly and his pig Wilbur (c) Antony Thompson/TWM

'I know Cheltenham does not have enough festivals and so I have the germ of a plan to put it on the map'

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Events

5 things to do in the Cotswolds this weekend

Monday, October 14, 2019 Elizabeth Hartland

Cotswold Pudding and Pie Company at last year's GWSR Cotswold Food and Drink Fayre

The weekend is fast approaching and for those still deciding how to spend their Friday through to Sunday, we pick 5 of the best ways to spend your weekend in the Cotswolds

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Events to enjoy this Halloween (and during October half-term) in the Cotswolds

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Elizabeth Hartland

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What's on this month in the Cotswolds

Wednesday, October 2, 2019 Edited by Candia McKormack

Learn how to 'paint with leaves' at Westonbirt Arboretum this month (c) Mark Heighes / Getty Images

If you're looking for things to do in the Cotswolds this month, we have gathered plenty of events for you to pop in your diary

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Christmas markets and events in the Cotswolds

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Christmas celebrations at Gloucester Quays

From festive light switch-ons and Santa's Grottos, to Victorian Christmas Fayres and late-night shopping, we've covered what's on in and around the Cotswolds this season

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What to expect at this year's Malvern Autumn Show

Monday, September 23, 2019

Malvern Autumn Show returns for its 25th anniversary celebration

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Arts

Is Tetbury the most cultural town in the Cotswolds?

Tuesday, October 1, 2019 Words: Sandra Kessell

Church Street, leading to Market Place, Tetbury

Vying for the title of 'most cultural town in the Cotswolds', Tetbury's arts scene, architecture and foodie-ness make it the perfect place for the intellectually curious

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Review: Skylight, Chipping Norton Theatre

Friday, September 13, 2019 Words: Elizabeth Hartland & images: Josh Tomalin

Tom (Louis Dempsey) and Kyra (Rosie Wyatt) in Skylight (c) Josh Tomalin

'A powerful insight into complicated relationships', David Hare's award-winning Skylight comes to The Theatre at Chipping Norton

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The Museum of the Moon is heading to Gloucestershire

Thursday, August 29, 2019

Artist Luke Jerram with his installation, Museum of the Moon, in the University of Bristol Great Hall, Wills Memorial Building, Bristol ©Simon Galloway

Enjoy an out of this world experience at the Museum of the Moon without leaving Gloucestershire

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A Brian Jones walking tour has been launched in Cheltenham

Monday, July 29, 2019 Words: Stephen Roberts and pictures: Mikal Ludlow/Marketing Cheltenham

Brian Jones from The Rolling Stones at Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, September 1, 1967

Founder member of the Rolling Stones, Brian Jones was born and raised in Cheltenham. Now, to commemorate his stellar but short-lived career and tragically-early death in July 1969, a new walking tour has been established

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Review: John Barleycorn Must Die exhibition at New Brewery Arts

Friday, July 19, 2019 Words: Sarah Edmonds

"It's very refreshing to look backwards and learn a little of John Barleycorn and hidden charms in witches bottles before resuming my busy modern life!" Sarah Edmonds talks us through the John Barleycorn Must Die exhibition at Cirencester's New Brewery Arts

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Interiors

Ad Feature Through the keyhole of CALA Homes' 59 Lansdown development, Cheltenham

Friday, October 18, 2019

59 Lansdown, Cheltenham, CALA Homes (c) Chris Richards-White

Since opening its doors in March, CALA Homes' 59 Lansdown development has proven to be popular with house hunters looking for luxury living in a perfect location

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Through the keyhole of a stylish 18th century Cotswold cottage

Monday, October 14, 2019

Sarah has used a bright ‘Peony’ by Benjamin Moore for the sitting room walls. The curtains are in a ‘Jungle Leaves’ fabric by Boussac from Pierre Frey

From Cornwall to the Cotswolds via Hong Kong, designer Sarah Fortescue has left her stylishly magical mark wherever she has lived

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Through the keyhole of a Cirencester barn conversion

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

The home looks as if it has been standing here for centuries. In keeping with its appearance, the couple had the exterior woodwork painted in Farrow & Ball’s ‘Charleston Grey’

With resident dead mice, nests on top of the kitchen cupboards and newspaper insulating the cracks in the ceilings around the beams, Sue and Andy's house near Cirencester was in desperate need of some TLC

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Ad Feature Guests are invited to Carpetwise's open evening and new products showcase

Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Hemingway Fabrics from Prestigious at Curtainwise

Starting a new interiors project? Or perhaps you're at the beginning of furnishing your new home? We've teamed up with Carpetwise, Curtainwise, Furniturewise to host an unmissable open evening showcasing their new products in-store

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Through the keyhole of charming cottage in the Forest of Dean

Tuesday, August 13, 2019 Words: Victoria Jenkins & pictures: Heather Gunn

The Waldrons' charming cottage looks like a doll’s house with its central front door. The front section is thought to be Tudor. Now the roof has been insulated by Jenner Builders of Mitcheldean, the house feels so much warmer

A move from London to the Forest of Dean meant the Waldrons were soon making wine from their own vines, cider from their orchard apples, egg dishes from their hens, and ice cream from local Blaisdon plums

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Recipes

10 of the tastiest breakfasts and brunches to try in Cheltenham

Friday, June 21, 2019

Coffee and Eggs Benedict at No.131, Cheltenham

Breakfast and brunch is the most important meal of the day and luckily for us, Cheltenham is home to plenty of great places to get your latest smashed avocado fix. We pick 10 of the best places to enjoy brunch in Cheltenham

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