Cotswolds Travel Inspiration

Discover local guides, travel ideas and seasonal inspiration for your next Cotswolds escape, from beautiful villages and scenic walks to food, events and days out.

A Romantic Christmas Escape in the Cotswolds

Christmas can be magical when you have someone special to share it with. Imagine frosty morning walks, twinkling village lights, a cosy pub fire and a quiet evening in a countryside retreat — with nowhere else you need to be. From romantic cottages and lodges to adults-only stays, here are

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Halloween in the Cotswolds 2026

Looking for Halloween events in the Cotswolds? From pumpkin picking and spooky trails to ghost hunts, haunted houses and family-friendly Halloween activities, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween across the Cotswolds this October. BlogRead More

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A day in the life of… a castle archivist

We talk to Derek Maddock to discover what it’s really like to be the custodian of Sudeley’s historical records, and some of the more surprising elements involved in delving into the Castle’s rich past. How long have you worked at Sudeley? I started at Sudeley as a volunteer in 2014,

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