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Your guide to the Cotswolds

Things to see and do in the Cotswolds

From the honey-hued streets of Tetbury to the wild beauty of Westonbirt Arboretum, Calcot is perfectly placed for discovery. Whether you’re seeking artisan markets, historic castles, or quiet woodland walks, the best of the Cotswolds is nearby.

Westonbirt, The National Arboretum

A world-renowned collection of 15,000 trees. Walk the dramatic treetop walkway or explore tranquil woodland trails just minutes from our doorstep.

Tetbury

A charming market town famous for its royal connections, antique emporiums, and a delightful collection of independent boutiques and coffee shops.

Woodchester Valley Vineyard

An award-winning family estate offering boutique vineyard tours and tastings of fine Cotswold sparkling and still wines in a beautiful setting.

Cotswold Farm Park

Home of Adam Henson, this family favourite offers a chance to meet rare breeds, enjoy seasonal events, and discover the magic of Cotswold farming.

Jolly Nice Farm Shop

A quirky, award-winning destination set in a former petrol station, featuring a sustainable butchery, artisanal treats, and a popular drive-thru.

Corinium Museum, Cirencester

Take a journey through time at this award-winning museum, home to one of the most significant collections of Roman antiquities in the country.

Cirencester

Known as the 'Capital of the Cotswolds', this historic town pairs Roman heritage with high-end shopping and a vibrant Monday and Friday market.

Slimbridge Wetland Centre

A world-famous reserve for waterbirds. Enjoy canoe safaris, birdwatching hides, and the chance to get close to some of the world’s rarest geese.

Stroud Farmers Market

Voted one of the best in the UK, this Saturday market is a foodie’s paradise, packed with local organic produce, artisan breads, and West Country crafts.

Highgrove Gardens

The private gardens of HM King Charles III. An inspired and highly personal landscape, open for pre-booked guided tours between April and October.

Painswick Rococo Garden

The UK’s only complete surviving rococo garden. A flamboyant 18th-century pleasure ground with quirky follies and famous carpets of spring snowdrops.

Newark Park (National Trust)

A former Tudor hunting lodge perched on a cliff-edge, offering dramatic views across the Ozleworth valley and beautiful lakeside woodland walks.

Dyrham Park (National Trust)

A spectacular 17th-century mansion set within 270 acres of ancient parkland, where fallow deer roam free amongst formal gardens and wild orchards.

Woodchester Park (National Trust)

A secluded, wooded valley containing a "lost" landscape of five lakes and the remains of an unfinished Victorian mansion hidden in the trees.

Bath

A UNESCO World Heritage city famed for its Roman remains, honey-coloured Georgian architecture, and world-class shopping, just 45 minutes away.

Painswick Village

Known as the ‘Queen of the Cotswolds’, this hilltop village is famous for its narrow streets, fine wool-wealth houses, and 99 clipped yew trees.

Berkeley Castle

A magnificent fortress inhabited by the same family for over 850 years. Explore the medieval keep, the Great Hall, and the beautiful terraced gardens.

Malmesbury & The Abbey

England’s oldest borough, home to a stunning 12th-century Abbey and the Abbey House Manor gardens, set atop a hill surrounded by the River Avon.

What’s on

From seasonal workshops to wellness retreats, discover our curated calendar of events and experiences across the estate.