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Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

There are plenty of things to do in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, from visiting historic gardens, to exploring houses and ancient sites amongst a patchwork of commons, woods and valleys. Start planning to get the most from your visit.

Places to visit

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Top places to visit in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

A sweeping autumn view between trees down grassy parkland to the east front of the house at Dyrham Park
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Dyrham Park 

Ancient parkland, 17th-century house and garden

near Bath, South Gloucestershire

Fully open today
Autumnal view across a fenced orchard, with an old garden wall and building in the distance
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Snowshill Manor and Garden 

Snowshill is the unconventional home of the eccentric Charles Wade, who delighted in creating a stage for his life and passions.

near Broadway, Gloucestershire

Fully open today
Warm evening light on a close-up of a clock tower on top of a village hall and a tree displaying signs of autumn in its orangey leaves
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Buscot and Coleshill Estates 

Villages and countryside criss-crossed with trails

near Swindon, Wiltshire

Partially open today
View of Hidcote’s garden in autumn, with path, fallen leaves, low sunlight and blue sky
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Hidcote 

Arts and Crafts-inspired garden with intricately designed outdoor spaces in the rolling Cotswold hills.

near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

Partially open today
The South front of Newark Park house
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Newark Park 

A secluded estate with glorious views, providing country house hospitality, garden strolls and woodland walks

Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire

Fully open today
View through pine trees of a grassy clearing in spring at Woodchester Park, Gloucestershire
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Woodchester Park 

Beautiful secluded wooded valley

near Nailsworth, Gloucestershire

Fully open today
Looking over the remains of a hypocaust system at Chedworth Roman Villa during Autumn
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Chedworth Roman Villa 

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

near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Fully open today

Spotlight events

A young child dressed in a fancy dress witch costume for Halloween, holding an orange witches hat in her hand and smiling at another child also dressed in a fancy dress witch costume

What's on this October half term 

Gardens, family trails and winding walks await in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds. Plan your day out for a memorable visit that the whole family will enjoy.

Carving the poem 'Balancing Act' into stone

Local Artisan Demonstrations at Snowshill 

Explore the amazing collection of handcrafted objects at Snowshill Manor and see local artisans and craftspeople bring these skills to life with live demonstrations. Selected weekends 7 Sep - 19 Oct.

Images shows a young boy adding a star decoration to a Christmas tree at Attingham Park

Christmas around Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds 

See how houses and gardens around Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds were transformed for the festive season.

More places to visit in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

Sheep grazing in a field in front of the house at Chastleton, Oxfordshire
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Chastleton 

Discover the myths and memories of an ancient country house, a compelling time capsule of 400 years of family life

near Moreton-in-Marsh, Oxfordshire

Fully open today
The medieval ruins at Hailes Abbey, Gloucestershire
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Hailes Abbey 

13th-century Cistercian abbey

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

View over green woodland pasture on an estate walk at Sherborne Park Estate, Gloucestershire
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Lodge Park and Sherborne Park Estate 

England's only surviving 17th-century grandstand, within a tranquil Cotswold estate full of diverse wildlife

near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Partially open today
A view over the T-canal with the Neptune scultpure with visitors walking from the Summer House at Westbury Court Garden, Gloucestershire
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Westbury Court Garden 

Dutch water garden - a rare and beautiful survival

Westbury-on-Severn, Gloucestershire

Fully open today

Castles and forts in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

An opportunity to explore distinctive landmarks rich in wildlife and archaeology with tremendous panoramas. There's plenty for the whole family to do with walks to the summit and a chance to explore the woodland on the way.

Visitor walking at Crickley Hill with a view of the countryside and bare winter trees
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Crickley Hill 

Discover an area rich in bird, plant and tree life on Crickley Hill. Take a walk on the wild side and see what you can spot along the way.

Walkers with a dog at Haresfield Beacon in Gloucestershire
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Haresfield Beacon and Standish Wood 

Explore a wealth of archaeological features, including long and round barrows, a hill fort and cross dyke. It's the perfect vantage point for there are views across the Severn estuary towards the Forest of Dean and Brecon Beacons. Image Override

Stroud, Gloucestershire

Fully open today

Outdoor activities in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

Get active this winter with outdoor activities in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds including running, fishing, cycling and horse riding.

A visitor horse riding through a wooded glade at Killerton, Devon
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Woodchester Park 

Head to woodland near you and take part in activities in the fresh air including running and walking.

near Nailsworth, Gloucestershire

Fully open today

Places to visit in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds car-free

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds you can visit without a car.

A visitor walking and their child riding a bike along the path towards the meadows.
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Places you can visit in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds without a car 

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places that we care for in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds that you can visit without a car. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your a car-free day out.

Upcoming events

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The Witch's Potion Trail 

Hidcote, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

This October take part in a spooky family trail around the gardens. Explore the witch's garden and help find the missing ingredients from her recipe...

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12 Oct to 3 Nov 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 22 other dates or times
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Artemisia Exhibition 

Hidcote, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

Visit the Manor House at Hidcote this October to see an exhibition presented by the artists of Artemisia.

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12 Oct to 27 Oct 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 15 other dates or times
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Poisons and remedies 

Hidcote, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

Think you know your devil’s breath from your wolfsbane? Discover the plants in our collection with the deadliest properties and spookiest histories this October.

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12 Oct to 3 Nov 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 22 other dates or times
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Bat Trail 

Woodchester Park, near Nailsworth, Gloucestershire

Come and learn some bite-sized bat facts by following the outdoor bat trail from Tinkley Gate Bookshop.

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12 Oct to 4 Nov 2024
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10:00 to 17:00
+ 23 other dates or times
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Newark Park Witches Mark Trail 

Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire

Throughout October Newark Park will be allowing visitors to have an opportunity to discover and learn about the witches marks that can be found at Newark Park.

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12 Oct to 31 Oct 2024
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10:00 to 17:00
+ 19 other dates or times
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Newark Park's Hidden Objects 

Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire

An exhibition exploring a collection of objects which have been discovered at Newark in the last 75 years.

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12 Oct to 22 Dec 2024
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 36 other dates or times
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Apple Days 

Westbury Court Garden, Westbury-on-Severn, Gloucestershire

Ever wanted to try some of Westbury Court Garden's old and uncommon apple varieties? Join us for one of our Apple Days this October.

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12 Oct to 13 Oct 2024
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11:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Spotlight on Local Objects 

Snowshill Manor and Garden, near Broadway, Gloucestershire

Explore Charles Wade's collection through a new lens with a focus on objects that were made in the Cotswolds and surrounding areas.

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12 Oct to 31 Oct 2024
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11:30 to 16:30
+ 19 other dates or times
A group of four women along a path, in the background, down a hill is a reservoir

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.