A journey through dazzling lights at Blenheim Palace this Christmas
As the festive season began to cast its enchanting spell over the Cotswolds, we found ourselves draw....
December 4, 2023
A Festive Afternoon Tea at Buckland Manor ∙ A Tale of Two Teas
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November 29, 2023
Our underground visit to the Broadway Tower bunker
Perched atop the highest point in the Cotswolds, Broadway Tower stands as a majestic landmark, offer....
November 27, 2023
Christmas in the Cotswolds ∙ 2023
As the festive season approaches, the always enchanting Cotswolds transform into a winter wonderland....
November 25, 2023
Black Friday in the Cotswolds ∙ 2023
With Black Friday just around the corner (it's on Friday 24 November this year), we're ready for you....
November 18, 2023
Batsford Arboretum ∙ An Autumn Symphony
Nestled amidst the most wonderful of the rolling Cotswold hills near Moreton-in-Marsh and Bourton-on....
November 16, 2023
Fifty Fantastic Feasts in the Cotswolds
We're known for exceptional local produce and great culinary prowess in the Cotswolds. From our trad....
November 13, 2023
Cheltenham celebrates Christmas ∙ 2023
The countdown is on – the most magical time of the year is almost here, and where better to get in....
November 12, 2023
Christmas Markets in the Cotswolds ∙ 2023
The Cotswolds is a popular tourist destination year-round, but it is especially magical during the C....
November 4, 2023
Halloween in the Cotswolds ∙ Fun & Frights for Half Term
The Cotswolds, usually known for outstanding natural beauty, is gearing up for a Halloween celebrati....
October 21, 2023
Seven English Heritage Sites in the Cotswolds
Nestled within the picturesque Cotswolds of rolling hills, pretty villages, and charming market town....
October 5, 2023
Seventeen Things to do in the Cotswolds this Winter
The colder months are a beautiful time to visit the Cotswolds, known for its picturesque villages, r....
October 3, 2023
What’s the Cotswolds famous for?
The Cotswolds is a beautiful area of rolling hills, honey-coloured stone villages, and charming mark....
September 7, 2023
Summer Fun with Birds in Birdland
Last week we went to Birdland in Bourton-on-the-Water on our #SummerStaycation in the Cotswolds. It ....
June 7, 2021
Road Trip in the Cotswolds ~ Part II
On one of the only sunny days in May we did another super 6-hour road trip in the Cotswolds. We were....
May 22, 2021
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Al Fresco Dining at Ellenborough Park
Summer of 2021: It's so interesting to see what all the restaurants, hotels and pubs in the Cotswold....
May 1, 2021
Road Trip in the Cotswolds ~ Part I
On the last weekend of April we went on a fabulous 6-hour road trip in the Cotswolds. The sun was sh....
April 28, 2021
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HUDSON’S HOME & ANTIQUES: Fabulous Shopping Destination
On a wet and windy day we arrive at HUDSON'S Home & Antiques near Stratford-upon-Avon just north....
April 9, 2021
Always Delicious Afternoon Teas at The Arden Hotel
We love it at The Arden Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon, for many reasons it's one of our all-time favo....
March 29, 2021
The perfect Sunday Lunch on your doorstep
On a wet and windy Saturday in lockdown, we went to the beautiful Suffolks in Cheltenham for a lovel....
January 20, 2021
A Completely Perfect Stay at Charingworth Manor
Last year we had one of the loveliest and cosiest overnight stays we’ve ever had in the Cotswolds,....
January 8, 2021
The Suffolk Arms: A Fantastic Dining Pub
On the Sunday before Christmas we went out for lunch at The Suffolk Arms in The Suffolks in Cheltenh....
December 20, 2020
Delicious Christmas Dinner… Delivered.
By Seven Mile: This year has been stressful enough, let Seven Mile make Christmas Day all about enjo....
December 7, 2020
Festive Afternoon Tea at Ellenborough Park
December 2020: We arrived at beautiful Ellenborough Park on this cold December day, walking through ....
December 5, 2020
Afternoon Teas in the Cotswolds… Festified!
It's December 2023, the Christmas season is rapidly casting a festive spell over the Cotswolds, and ....
December 4, 2020
A beautiful dining experience
On this dark and cosy October evening, we settled in for a lovely dinner at the beautiful restaurant....
October 6, 2020
Ten Picture-Perfect Villages to visit in the Cotswolds
…and a collection of stones, three gardens, two playgrounds and one tower. The Cotswold....
June 19, 2020
Our 27 Favourite Shops in the Cotswolds
We have some completely fabulous shops in the Cotswolds. Delis and shops full of the best produce, a....
June 12, 2020
A Really Delicious Frozen Dinner… by Seven Mile.
"As I write 'Really Delicious', I realise that actually doesn't quite cover it... it was 'Completely....
May 31, 2020
Water Fun in the Cotswolds
Wait, what? There's no water in the Cotswolds, right? Wrong... there is, and there's so much fun to ....
May 27, 2020
A Selection of Great Pub Classics… delivered.
One of our favourites in the Cotswolds, The Angel at Burford, have branched out and are now offering....
May 15, 2020
A Lovely Vintage Afternoon Tea… delivered.
When the good people at The Chipping Norton Tea-Set went into lockdown along with the rest of the Wo....
May 14, 2020
Mouse Tales of Castle Combe
Written and illustrated by Anna Roberts of Castle Combe Tea Rooms. A wonderful story of two litt....
April 2, 2020
Support the Cotswolds
The Coronavirus crisis is making it a time of uncertainty in the Cotswoldsand everywhere. Most busi....
March 26, 2020
57 Great Museums, Attractions and Places of Interest in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds is one of the UK’s official ‘Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ ....
March 23, 2020
The new #Cotswolds2020
The Coronavirus crisis is making it a time of uncertainty in the Cotswolds and everywhere. ....
March 19, 2020
A Wonderful Afternoon Tea by a Roaring Fire
The perfect backdrop for afternoon tea has to be a roaring fire… surely. And on Saturday when we....
March 17, 2020
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Memorable Stay at Burleigh Court in the Cotswolds
March, 2020: Our wonderful, relaxing and luxurious overnight stay at Burleigh Court in the South C....
March 13, 2020
Ben Kelly at Brian Sinfield Gallery
Wow! Ben Kelly's paintings hit you right between the eyes. There is nothing reticent about this wor....
March 12, 2020
A Delicious Tasting Menu at Cotswold House
We’ve had some of the most wonderful culinary experiences from tasting menus in restaurants in th....
March 11, 2020
Easter afternoon Tea Picnic at Cowley Manor
At Cowley Manor we’ve had some of the best, most fun, most wonderful times we’ve had as a famil....
March 11, 2020
Afternoon Tea at Burleigh Court
Having had as many afternoon teas in the Cotswolds as we have, you’d think they might st....
March 1, 2020
101 Super Things to do in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds is one of the UK’s official ‘Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ and visitors....
February 27, 2020
Gluts & Gluttony Supper Club
Get two seats at the table at this month's Gluts & Gluttony Supper Club. Super Ch....
February 18, 2020
Lovely New Tea Room & Beautiful Antiques
"I love a really lovely antiques shop. You know the kind... where the antiques are plentiful and won....
January 30, 2020
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Countryside Relaxation at The Wood Norton
“It was Robin’s birthday, and of course this comes with about a whole week of celebrations, but ....
January 19, 2020
Exciting New Concept at No 44 Brasserie
It isn’t often that we encounter a “new concept” on a dining experience that actually feels ....
June 26, 2019
Delicious John Dory, Lime Twisters and Beautiful Beetroots
You know when you spend a whole Saturday doing nice things with your family, a bit of shopping, gard....
May 20, 2019
Sunday Brunch at Tewkesbury Park
Sunday Brunch... now, how that hasn’t been a regular occurrence for my family and me, I simply don....
April 10, 2019
Kids Easter Afternoon Tea at The Lygon Arms
It has become a bit of a tradition in our family, to visit the wonderful Lygon Arms in Broadway for ....
April 9, 2019
A Fantastic, Festive Afternoon Tea at Cotswold House
One of my favourite restaurants in the Cotswolds is beautiful Fig at Cotswold House Hotel in Chippin....
March 7, 2019
Our wonderful stay at The Bell Alderminster
For many years, The Bell in Alderminster has been one of our favourite places to go for many differe....
February 10, 2019
Afternoon Tea at Hotel du Vin in Stratford-upon-Avon
On a lovely Saturday afternoon in January we enjoyed a very special treat at Hotel du Vin in Stratfo....
January 27, 2019
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Valentine’s Romance at The Lygon Arms
So lucky were we to have Valentine’s Day come early, as we were invited to try out the super roman....
January 27, 2019
New menu at The Lygon, same wonderful setting.
Today we enjoyed the most wonderful of lunches at Lygon Bar & Grill at The Lygon Arms in Broadwa....
January 18, 2019
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The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie, a ‘must visit’ in Cheltenham
We love all the wonderful eateries in Cheltenham and dining out in this vibrant Cotswold town is jus....
January 13, 2019
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Pure relaxation and luxury at Tewkesbury Park
Over the years we have had and shared many, many wonderful experiences of hotel stays in the Cotswol....
January 13, 2019
The Butcher’s Social – Bar & Restaurant
The sign outside of this wonderful eatery says “The Butcher’s Social - Bar & Restaurant”. ....
December 9, 2018
The Perfect Romantic Getaway in the Cotswolds
Seven Reasons you should Book a Romantic Getaway at Cotswold House Hotel & Spa You’re looki....
December 8, 2018
Festive Afternoon Tea at Eynsham Hall
Today (the 12th of November) we had the great pleasure of being invited to beautiful Eynsham Hall in....
November 12, 2018
Halloween Afternoon Tea at The Lygon Arms
"Today was your typical cold and wet October Sunday so the kids and I did the only thing that made s....
October 14, 2018
Awesome Autumn at the Seven Mile Supper Club
I've been incredibly fortunate to eat at some amazing restaurants over the years but I had never bee....
September 21, 2018
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Sunday Lunch Experience at Cowley Manor
July 2018: It’s been mentioned before on these pages, we love a great Sunday Lunch in the Cotswold....
July 11, 2018
Spa Day at The C-Side: Pure Luxury at Cowley Manor
I love nothing more than when one of our visits to somewhere in the Cotswolds becomes something more....
April 16, 2018
Afternoon Tea with a Bunny on Top
Just back from enjoying a wonderful, delicious and rather girly afternoon tea at The Lygon Arms. Wel....
April 1, 2018
Whichford Pottery Seconds Sale
I’m not sure why I’ve never been to Whichford Pottery before today. I’ve driven past on my way....
March 16, 2018
Sunday Lunch at The Fuzzy Duck
We’re just back from Sunday Lunch at The Fuzzy Duck in Armscote, a fantastic experience and one I ....
February 25, 2018
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Delicious Afternoon Tea at Cowley Manor
It’s no secret, we love a good afternoon tea. And we especially love it when every single componen....
February 23, 2018
A New Place for Kids
I love nothing better than a great day out with the kids in the Cotswolds, not least when we have a ....
January 6, 2018
There’s an amazing Italian in the Cotswolds
We visited Lygon Wine Bar on their very first Wine Bar Wednesday... fantastic evening! It's already ....
November 22, 2017
Champagne Afternoon Tea and a Tour of Highgrove Gardens
Before my visit to Highgrove Gardens, I figured I knew what to expect. I’ve visited many of the tr....
November 15, 2017
A culinary event to remember at Dormy House
September 2017: It’s Friday night and I’m at Dormy House with my lovely friend, Sarah, a fellow ....
October 20, 2017
Pure Luxury and Relaxation at Mallory Court’s Elan Spa
"When Elan Spa at Mallory Court first opened in 2017, I had been looking forward to visiting for a s....
October 8, 2017
Perfect Spa Day at The Greenway Hotel
I was planning a business meeting with my good friend, Jane Riddell, wedding and event planner extra....
September 30, 2017
The Perfect Cotswold Sunday Lunch
We love a good Sunday Lunch. In fact, for a really good Sunday Lunch, we’re willing and happy to g....
September 16, 2017
A nice family fight on our #SummerOf17
Today on our #SummerOf17 Staycation in the Cotswolds I did something crazy. I enrolled the kids in a....
August 30, 2017
Fun inside and out at Hatton Country World
Our #SummerOf17 Staycation in the Cotswolds took us a little north of Stratford-upon-Avon today, to ....
August 29, 2017
Fun in Birdland on our #SummerOf17
One of our favourite Cotswold attractions, one that we keep coming back to and one where we always h....
August 23, 2017
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Blenheim Palace, a real ‘must visit’ for us
We have some wonderful attractions in the Cotswolds, but none bigger, more awe-inspiring or historic....
August 22, 2017
Educational fun at Cogges Manor Farm
Cogges Manor Farm in Witney is 15 acres of rural fun. A working farm owned by knights, kings farmers....
August 20, 2017
‘Rich’ Afternoon Tea at Brockencote Hall
Today on our #SummerOf17 Staycation in the Cotswolds, we ventured a little north of the Cotswolds to....
August 17, 2017
Delicious lunch at The Greenway Hotel
On our way home from our #SummerOf17 'Mother-Daughter Trip' in Tetbury and Painswick, Noelle and I....
August 17, 2017
Painswick Rococo Garden in the Cotswolds
On one of our #SummerOf17 trips down to the beautiful southern region of the Cotswolds, we were exci....
August 16, 2017
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Mother-Daughter Day at Calcot Manor
Growing up with a twin brother, you have some great times, you're never alone, never bored at home a....
August 16, 2017
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The Painswick, a perfect getaway.
Our super summer staycations in the Cotswolds are mostly about the thi....
August 11, 2017
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It’s Family Time at The Lygon Arms
Our #SummerOf17 Staycation in the Cotswolds is mostly about the many great places to go with the kid....
August 8, 2017
Great Day at Slimbridge Wetland Centre
In the summer of 2017 we had our very first visit to Slimbridge Wetland Centre. We sort of knew wha....
August 5, 2017
Super day with the kids at Cowley Manor
Well... I don't even really know where to start. We went to one of my all-time favourite hotels expe....
August 5, 2017
Farm Park Fun in the Cotswolds
It's our #SummerOf17 Staycation in the Cotswolds and without a trip to one of our favourite Cotswold....
August 4, 2017
Mallory Court Spa & Yoga Competition
We are excited to announce that Mallory Court, one of the finest and award winning, Country House H....
August 4, 2017
Summer lunch and a movie at Everyman in Stratford-upon-Avon
An Everyman Cinema is more than just a cinema. It's a movie experience. It's a place to socialize. I....
July 28, 2017
The gardens at Mallory Court
We did a kind of soft-start to our #SummerOf17 Staycation in the Cotswolds this morning. We went for....
July 25, 2017
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A lovely spa day at Wyck Hill House
Allow me to set the scene: On my way to Wyck Hill House Hotel & Spa in Stow-on-the-Wold for a r....
July 4, 2017
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night al fresco at Cotswold Airport.
Experience 'Twelfth Night' at Cotswold Airport on the 27th of August at 7.30pm. In the fantastica....
June 16, 2017
Giffords Circus… just gets better and better.
Just back from this afternoon's performance of Gifford Circus' 2017 show, "Any Port in a Storm" and ....
May 26, 2017
Super Fun ‘May Cotswolds Huddle’ at Coley Shooting
Just back from a fabulously good time at today's 'May Cotswolds Huddle' at Ian Coley Shooting. Th....
May 10, 2017
WIN TICKETS TO THE COTSWOLD SHOW
We're excited to be able to offer you this super opportunity to WIN one of two family tickets to Th....
May 4, 2017
#ThisIsTheCotswolds
On the 1st of May 2017 our new #ThisIsTheCotswolds campaigns has begun. We share images on Facebook ....
April 30, 2017
A great gourmet experience at Wild Thyme
Just back from a most wonderful dinner at Wild Thyme in Chipping Norton, we're excited to share our ....
April 6, 2017
A wonderful treat at Arden House
This year for Mother's Day, I was treated to some quality time by my two wonderful kids, Matthew &am....
March 26, 2017
SALT, relaxed fine dining in Stratford-upon-Avon
"The most anticipated restaurant opening of 2017 in Stratford-upon-Avon". When top class chef Paul....
March 17, 2017
The opening of The Tea Set in Broadway
We're just back from the wonderful opening of the loveliest new tea room in the Cotswolds, The Tea S....
February 24, 2017
Shakespeare’s Garden of Curious A-muse-ments
This evening we were invited for the sneak peek of a 3-day event at Shakespeare's New Place, the won....
December 14, 2016
Christmas in Chippy
New for 2016, Chipping Norton is hosting a truly magical Christmas event on Friday the 2nd of Decemb....
November 22, 2016
The Cotswolds Awards 2016
We're excited to announce this year's Cotswolds Awards Winners. From January to the 7th of September....
November 7, 2016
The Best Meal Ever and ‘HYGGE’ at The King’s
It's no secret, we're huge fans of King's Hotel in Chipping Campden. We've lived just 10 minutes fro....
October 23, 2016
Battle of Eden 2016
In 2016 The Battle of Eden was on it's 6th year, and on the 8th of October, 8 chefs from the 8 hotel....
October 9, 2016
Butterflies and Bugs in Stratford-upon-Avon
We just had the most amazing time at the Butterfly Farm in Stratford-upon-Avon. We didn't know quite....
September 27, 2016
A Wonderful Afternoon Tea at The Lygon Arms
With only days left of our #SummerOf16, we decided to end our amazing staycation in the Cotswolds in....
September 3, 2016
The Best Afternoon Teas in the Cotswolds
We've had our fair share of wonderful afternoon teas in the Cotswolds. No, wait, that's not true, as....
September 2, 2016
Summertime Fun at Birdland
Yesterday we went to Birdland in Bourton-on-the-Water as part of our #SummerOf16 Staycation in the C....
September 2, 2016
Fun at the Soul Circus
If anyone said to me just one year ago I'd be spending a precious Friday off work tying myself up i....
August 26, 2016
Afternoon Tea and Rococo in Painswick
As part of our #SummerOf16 #Staycation in the Cotswolds we took a day trip to one of the most pictur....
August 25, 2016
A Wonderful Summer Trip to Winchcombe
We visited Winchcombe on our #SummerOf16 #Staycation. Oh Wow. We walked the streets, photographed th....
August 14, 2016
Summer in Cotswold Wildlife Park
Any day and any season is exciting at the Cotswold Wildlife Park. We love it there and it was always....
August 10, 2016
The Best Playgrounds in the Cotswolds
Whether you're on holiday or on staycation in the Cotswolds, when you're here with children, you're ....
August 7, 2016
Car Boot Sales in the Cotswolds
We love a good car boot sale - it's always exciting to see what treasures one might find - and the C....
August 6, 2016
Mini Golf in the Cotswolds
We're on an awesome Staycation in the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon and we're having a SUPER tim....
August 4, 2016
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A Beautiful Afternoon Tea at The Tea Set
"It's no secret, I LUURVE Afternoon Teas. The delicious sweet and the scrummy savoury delights, the ....
August 1, 2016
The Best Giffords Circus… Ever!
A few weeks back we went to see this year's Giffords Circus Show, The Painted Wagon. We LOVED it! F....
August 1, 2016
A Lovely Light Lunch at Huffkins
Today we visited one of the lovely Huffkins for a light lunch. We've been before for cakes, coffees....
July 30, 2016
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The BFG Afternoon Tea at Ellenborough Park
What a super day we had today... first off to the cinema in Cheltenham to watch the brand new 'The B....
July 27, 2016
Picnic at Anne Hathaway’s Cottage
Yesterday we went to the wonderful Anne Hathaway's Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon. Anne Hathaway was....
July 24, 2016
Summer Festival at Compton Verney
One of the first events we attended as part of our #SummerOf16 in the Cotswolds, was the wonder....
July 23, 2016
Soul Circus Festival in the Cotswolds
With lifestyle and spiritual wellbeing playing such an important part in our lives these days, the f....
June 17, 2016
Comedy Club 4 Kids
Part of the Comedy Hullabaloo festival in Stratford-upon-Avon each year in May, is Comedy Club 4 K....
May 29, 2016
Great British Celebration at Ellenborough Park
Royal Afternoon Tea by executive head chef David Kelman As the country has marked the Queen’s ....
May 4, 2016
Hayles Fruit Farm Apple Day
Hayles Fruit Farm near Winchcombe is 100+ acres of apples and other fruits. The farm has a te....
March 26, 2016
Giffords Circus 2016
THE PAINTED WAGON A whip-crackin’ horse-wranglin’ Hell-raisin’ Giffords Circus show. Featurin....
February 22, 2016
Battle of Eden 2015
Book tickets for this year's Battle of Eden: Call Mallory Court Hotel on 01926 330214 For t....
October 18, 2015
Battle of Eden
On Saturday the 17th of October 2015 Eden Hotel Collection’s Head Chefs go head to head at Mallory....
October 7, 2015
Burford in Oxfordshire Cotswolds
From the top of Burford High Street, across the vast countryside, and down to River Windrush and the....
September 16, 2015
Afternoon Tea at Mallory Court
We recently had the pleasure of experiencing Afternoon Tea at Mallory Court Hotel & Spa, and we ....
January 18, 2015
Our Day at The Big Feastival
FANTASTIC FAMILY FUN - The Big Feastival offers lots of things for families with children of all age....
July 26, 2014
Mary Ardens Farm
Step back in time for all the sights, smells and sounds of a real Tudor farm. Explore the house ....
July 26, 2014