Cotswolds

There are plenty of things to do in the Cotswolds, from visiting historic gardens, to exploring houses and ancient sites amongst a patchwork of commons, woods and valleys.

Places to visit

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Christmas at St Peters Church Dyrham Park

Christmas in the Cotswolds 

Looking for something to do to get you in the Christmas spirit? Here's a selection of what's going on in the Cotswolds.

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Visitors at the front entrance which has been decorated for Christmas at Saltram, Devon

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In the South West you're never far from a National Trust garden, house or countryside walk.

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Child at Dunster Castle, Somerset

Top Christmas days out in the South West 

Take a look at the top places to visit and festive experiences, from enchanted houses, to fairytale stories and handmade garlands.

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Hanbury Hall and Gardens

It's Christmaaas! at Hanbury Hall

Tue 10 Dec 2019
09:00-16:00
The party returns this year at Hanbury Hall! Come and join the party as Hanbury celebrates a very 70's and 80's Christmas.
Hidcote

Unearthing Hidcote: Arts and Crafts

Tue 10 Dec 2019
10:00-17:00
During 2019 Hidcote will be exploring the Arts and Crafts Movement that grew in the North Cotswolds and how it may have influenced the garden. Subject to our winter weekend opening times.
Dyrham Park

An escape from Christmas present

Tue 10 Dec 2019
10:00-16:00
Fancy a break from the hustle and bustle of the modern Christmas experience? Step back in time with us to encounter some 17th century winter traditions.
Hidcote

Rachel Dein: Hidcote through the seasons

Tue 10 Dec 2019
10:00-17:00
In August 2019 acclaimed artist Rachel Dein will be exhibiting her unique castings at Hidcote made using plants and flowers from the garden collected throughout the seasons. Subject to our winter weekend opening times.
Croome

Embroiderers’ Guild - Exhibition

Tue 10 Dec 2019
11:00-16:00
The guild will produce aspects of Croome’s landscape through textile art work.
Croome

‘What is Home’ - Exhibition

Tue 10 Dec 2019
11:00-16:00
Artist Kashif Nadim Chaudry’s new installation is inspired by Croome’s history as a residential Boys School.
Godo Christmas wreath

What's on 

There are hundreds of events happening across the South West, including markets, sleigh rides and carol singing.

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Christmas crafts, archaeology and wildlife

Christmas wrapping

Nine handmade Christmas ideas 

Looking for handmade inspiration this Christmas? Here's a list of crafty things to make by our favourite bloggers, from ice lanterns to old fashioned wrapping paper.

Medieval Kingston Lacy - Guests Arriving to the Christmas Party

A Medieval Christmas Party 

Ever wondered what Christmas was like in 1371? We've found evidence of the biggest royal festive party hidden in a mysterious Medieval mansion.

Robin at Trelissick in Winter

Four ways to help wildlife over winter 

Winter; a time to snuggle up in front of the fire? Not anymore. Here's four traditional techniques our rangers, volunteers and fellow conservation charities get up to over winter to help keep the countryside healthy, beautiful and rich in wildlife.

The warm glow of the sun at sunrise

Winter walks in the Cotswolds 

The Cotswolds are idyllic place to spend the start of a New Year. Bare trees open up views even further and in frosty mornings the ground is crunchy under foot.

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New cottage - The exterior of Horton Court, Gloucestershire

Horton Court near Chipping Sodbury - now available as a holiday cottage 

A Grade 1 listed manor house which is recently refurbished, situated on the edge of the rolling Cotswold countryside. Ideal for family get togethers (sleeps 10), it's close to Bath and Bristol as well as many National Trust days out.

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Cotswold landscapes, famed gardens and grand homes dating back to the Romans, discover what Gloucestershire has to offer.

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