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Explore the Cotswolds
Local towns & villages
Broadway
Call it the show village of England or the jewel of the Cotswolds, Broadway leaves a lasting impression on everyone that visits. The picturesque village and high street offers boutique stores, antiques shops, galleries and museums along with a collection of cafés, where you can sit back, take in the views or just people watch.
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Stratford upon Avon
Stratford is just 25 minutes’ drive from the estate, so as well as overdosing on Shakespeare, you can easily while away an afternoon on the water with a boat trip down the Avon. Pack a picnic to enjoy at the riverside and float your way through the historic town and into the beautiful, countryside that surrounds it.
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Bourton on the Water
Also known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, this quintessential English village is perfect for a family picnic, with attractions for all the family, including Birdland, a 100-year-old model village, car museum and many boutique gift shops.
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Chipping Campden
Close to Farncombe, the beauty of this ancient wool town, with its honey-coloured Cotswold stone cottages, will take your breath away. Famed as the Centre of the Arts and Craft movement, you’ll find many independent shops, featuring local produce and antiques.
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Snowshill Manor and Garden National Trust
Snowshill Manor and Garden, managed by the National Trust, is a Cotswolds gem known for its eclectic collection of extraordinary objects, beautiful Manor picturesque Arts and Crafts-inspired gardens.
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Kiftsgate Court Gardens
Kiftsgate Court Gardens, located in the heart of the Cotswolds, is a family-owned garden renowned for its stunning plant collections, breathtaking views, and the famous Kiftsgate rose.
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Hidcote National Trust
Hidcote National Trust Garden, located in the Cotswolds, is a world-renowned Arts and Crafts-inspired garden celebrated for its intricate design, vibrant plant collections, and charming outdoor "rooms."
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Broadway Tower
Designed by Capability Brown, this iconic Cotswold landmark offers breathtaking views across 16 counties. A short walk from Farncombe, Broadway Tower is set within 200-acres of parkland, with a café and gift shop. There's also a nuclear bunker to explore – a relic from the Cold War.
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Heritage Railway
Explore the Cotswold countryside by rail, riding the steam and heritage diesel trains of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway. Alight at Broadway and travel through Toddington, Winchcombe and on to Cheltenham Race Course, with beautifully preserved stations en-route.
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Blenheim Palace
Around 40 minutes’ drive from Farncombe, Blenheim Palace offers a great day out, whether you’re interested in architecture, art or history. The 2,000 acre-estate includes formal gardens and picturesque lake walks, a butterfly house and the famous Malborough Hedge Maze. Dining ranges from coffee and cake to fine dining.
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Cotswold Motoring Museum
The Cotswold Motoring Museum in Bourton-on-the-Water is a great day out for petrolheads of every age, with a huge collection of vintage and classic cars and motorbikes that span the 20th century. It’s also the retirement home of 1990s kids’ TV star Brum.
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Cotswolds Distillery
Gin is definitely the drink of the moment and we’re rather partial to the botanical blends of our local Cotswolds Distillery, in Stourton. They run regular, pre-booked tours that introduce you to their distilling methods, topped off with a tasting session.
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Broadway High Street
The Broadway High Street is characteristically recognisable for the unchanging nature of its honey coloured period buildings and wide grass verges that has gone on to define a typical Cotswold scene. The street has a variety of independent and unique shops, creating an enjoyable and memorable shopping experience.
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Chipping Campden High Street
A diverse and rich collection of shops for all in Chipping Campden mean that shopping is a pleasure, you are sure to find a unique range of interesting of items to buy.
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Daylesford Farm Shop
The nerve centre of the upmarket organic-food empire, this farm shop and cookery school stocks an array of fine fresh edibles, with clothes, kitchenware, gifts, garden and spa products on the side.
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Bicester Outlet Village
Bicester Village is a renowned luxury shopping destination in Oxfordshire, offering an array of designer brands at discounted prices, alongside a stylish setting with fine dining options.
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The valley Evesham
The Valley is a shopping and leisure destination situated in the heart of Worcestershire. Visit us for an attractive blend of shops and outdoor activities.
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Stratford Upon Avon Town Center
You’ll be spoilt for choice by Stratford-upon-Avon’s diverse array of shops. Whether you’re treating yourself to something new or buying a gift for someone special, you can be sure to find it here.
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Burford Garden Company
More than just a garden centre, Burford Garden Company is loved by both locals and visitors to the area. Covering 15-acres, the centre includes an astonishing selection of lovingly grown plants, home and fashion shopping, an art gallery and award-winning café.
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270 Climbing Park
Situated on the edge of the Cotswolds, between Cheltenham and Gloucester, 270 Cotswolds offers a variety of indoor and outdoor aerial adventure activities. It is home to one of the tallest and most challenging ropes courses in Europe.
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Birdland Park & Gardens
Birdland is set in nine acres of gardens and woodland, creating a picturesque canopy for the winding River Windrush. Meet over 500 birds from magical owls, large cassowary and rare species such as the Waldrapp Ibis. Spot flamingos, pelicans, cranes and waterfowl that live in our riverside habitats with many more inhabiting over 50 aviaries.
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The Model Village
The Model Village in Bourton-on-the-Water is the only Grade II listed model village in the UK. Constructed from Cotswold stone, it is a one-ninth scale replica of the real village, complete with a miniature model village inside the model itself.
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Honeybourne Pottery
Honeybourne Pottery is a family business run by potter’s Alan and Annabel Cusack. So, if you fancy having a play with clay why not stop by and try one of their taster workshops. From bespoke experiences to birthday parties, they can cater a creative session around you.
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Tour the Cotswolds
There’s more to see in the Cotswolds than you could possibly fit into a single trip, but the team at Cotswold Tours help you make the most of your visit, with tailor-made tours to match your interests and the time available.
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All Things Wild
Located in Honeybourne, close to Broadway, All Things Wild is home to animals both familiar and exotic, as well as offering soft play, mini golf, bug-hunting expeditions, go-karts and playgrounds galore. Residents include meerkats, marmosets, capybaras and armadillos, as well as a few dinosaurs!
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Cotswold Farm Park
Eight miles from Farncombe, Countryfile’s Adam Henson runs a rare-breed agriculture centre. A great family attraction for all ages, visitors can feed the livestock, take tractor tours of the grounds, explore nature trails and take part in everyday activities on a working farm.
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