Cotswolds

There's a richness and diversity of plants from around the world at Hidcote. In the spring you can find drifts of narcissus and later aquilegias and Welsh poppies in the Pillar Garden, the blossom-filled orchard blooming with wild flowers and magnificent magnolias filling the skies with a warm pink glow.

With virtually no intrusion from the modern age, this fascinating and ancient place radiates a relaxed and timeless air. Outside, discover the Jacobean garden with a 400 year old tree, kitchen garden, beautifully clipped topiary and even some bee hives.

Charles Wade's home is full of the intriguing and varied objects he collected. The atmospheric manor is filled with over forty thousand items, from tiny toys to Samurai armour, musical instruments, fine clocks and many curious items.

A Tudor hunting lodge which became an intriguing historic home, set in a spectacular estate.

Cradled in a beautiful Cotswold valley are the remains of one of the grandest Roman villas in Britain.

An historic herd of fallow deer roams freely in the ancient parkland, full of magnificent trees and breathtaking views. Nestled in the valley you will find a 17th-century house and garden.

To celebrate all things books for World Book Day, we’re shining a light on some of our favourite second-hand bookshops you’ll find tucked away at South West places.

Archaeologist Martin Papworth reflects on the beauty of the English countryside as portrayed in literature.

Some books hold stories, and some books tell them. The books of Trelissick’s second hand bookshop do both.