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    37 Lovely Places with Outdoor Seating in the Cotswolds

    It’s 2021 and spring is springing in the Cotswolds, the sun is out more and more, and soon we’ll once more be able to sit outside and enjoy a nice meal in one of our lovely beer gardens, cafes and hotels with outdoor seating.


    Some of our lovely outdoor spaces are opening on the 12th of April, some a little bit later, but if you’re planning a trip to the Cotswolds or an outing anywhere in our wonderful Area of Outstanding Beauty soon, this is definitely the list for you. Check out these 37 COMPLETELY WONDERFUL BEER GARDENS AND PLACES WITH OUTDOOR SEATING IN THE COTSWOLDS.

    ~ NOTE that not all these places will be open from April 12th. Check their social media or get in touch with them to check when they re-open ~

     

    37 Lovely Places with Outdoor Seating in the Cotswolds

    The Lion Inn Winchcombe

    The Lion Inn started life as a coaching inn in the 15th Century.  Over the years it has gone through many changes and played an important role in the village and surrounding areas; providing food, drink and accommodation for both people and horses, in a...

    Batsford Arboretum‏

    Batsford Arboretum, Moreton-in-Marsh, UK
    With 60 acres to explore, it’s easy to lose yourself among the leafy glades, find a quiet spot to soak up the sunshine or marvel at the stunning views across the Evenlode Valley at Batsford Arboretum. Enjoy early colour from the snowdrops, spring-flowering bulbs and...
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    The Arden Hotel

    The Arden Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
    The star of Stratford-upon-Avon’s hotel scene, The Arden’s sophisticated and contemporary take on a boutique hotel has won her admirers from across the globe. With the Royal Shakespeare Company Theatre for a neighbour, what theatre goer could ask for more? The Arden Hotel is an...

    Charingworth Manor

    Charingworth Manor, Chipping Campden.
    Charingworth Manor is the perfect retreat whether you are seeking an intimate break, an elegant wedding or an inspiring meeting and conference venue. Dating back to the 14th century, Charingworth Manor is an ancient estate mentioned in Domesday Book and had various owners over its long,...

    The Trout Inn

    Trout Inn, Lechlade, United Kingdom
    Nestled deep within the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, we’re a riverside inn that celebrates the very best of British country life. Surrounded by fields and with the river Thames flowing just outside our door, our menus make the most of fresh fish and local game while our...

    Minster Mill

    Minster Mill, Minster Lovell, Witney.
    The newly refurbished and historic Minster Mill in the heart of the quintessential Cotswold village of Minster Lovell is set in 65 magical acres on the banks of the River Windrush. The charming Cotswold stone buildings and barns are surrounded by glorious gardens, wildflower meadows...

    The Howard Arms

    The Howard Arms, Lower Green, Ilmington.
    The Howard Arms is a glorious Cotswold pub, restaurant, and bed & breakfast. Peacefully overlooking the old chestnut tree on the green, it lies in the heart of the idyllic village of Ilmington. Inside, the fire crackles, and the bar bustles with locals and visitors...

    The Greenway Hotel and Spa

    The Greenway Hotel & Spa, Cheltenham, United Kingdom
    The Greenway Hotel and Spa, in warm Cotswold stone and an interior of wooden floors, open fires and décor of soft golds and honeys, is the picture of pure English country charm. The hotel was recently awarded 4 AA silver stars. The restaurant, committed to...

    The Lygon Arms Hotel

    The Lygon Arms, High Street, Broadway, United Kingdom
    Located in the quintessentially English village that is Broadway in the heart of The Cotswolds, The Lygon Arms is the perfect spot to switch off and relax (with or without your pampered pooch!) Steeped in over 600 years of fascinating history, our Cotswolds hotel has...
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    Wyck Hill House Hotel & Spa

    Wyck Hill House Hotel, Stow-on-the-Wold, United Kingdom
    Located in the heart of the Cotswolds, Wyck Hill House Hotel and Spa is a 4 star country house hotel nestled within 50 acres of grounds, offering breathtaking views of the beautiful Windrush Valley and rolling hills of The Cotswolds. Situated just outside the market...
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    The Fleece Inn

    The Fleece Inn, Bridge Street, Bretforton, Worcestershire, United Kingdom
    The Fleece Inn is a popular wedding venue.. see below for some wonderful images by Photographer Jamie Burrell from a wedding at The Fleece Inn.

    The Feathered Nest Inn

    The Feathered Nest Country Inn, Nether Westcote.
    This fine-looking Cotswold-stone Inn is perfectly positioned to make the most of the stunning views over the Evenlode valley and its far reaching nature reserve. Transformed into a dining destination of some repute over the past decade, the decor and furnishings have been finished to...

    Broadway Tower

    Broadway Tower, Broadway.
    Broadway Tower is an iconic landmark, on top of the beautiful Cotswolds escarpment, with beautiful views and has enjoyed a colourful history since its conception by Capability Brown over 200 years ago. The Tower and Park is a family-owned Cotswold destination set within a 50-acre...

    Blockley Village Shop and Cafe

    Blockley Village Shop & Cafe, Bell Lane, Blockley, United Kingdom
    Blockley Village Shop and Café, which sits in the heart of one of the prettiest villages in the Cotswolds, has something to please everyone, from local residents and holidaymakers to cyclists and walkers making a pit stop off the Heart of England Way or the...
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    Brockencote Hall

    Brockencote Hall Hotel, Kidderminster, United Kingdom
    Brockencote Hall Hotel is a peaceful luxury retreat, tucked away amid some of England’s finest countryside and heritage. This newly refurbished Victorian country manor house hotel is set in 70 acres of beautiful parkland, complete with a scenic lake and in the distance, a gentle...
    the feathers hotel restaurant woodstock cotswolds

    The Feathers Hotel

    The Feathers Hotel and Restaurant is a chic hotel in lovely Woodstock, located near the gates of the Blenheim Palace estate. The Feathers Hotel is a welcoming and diverting place to stay, with a Gin Bar listed in the Guinness Book of Records for a...

    Ellenborough Park

    Ellenborough Park, Southam Lane, Cheltenham.
    Steeped in history and boasting 5 stars with a 90-acre estate, Ellenborough Park is nestled between the Cotswolds’ highest point and the gallops of Cheltenham Racecourse. A sumptuous Cotswold manor house located on the gateway to the Cotswolds, with 61 unique rooms, suites, and a...
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    The Cotswold Plough Hotel and Restaurant

    The Cotswold Plough Hotel & Restaurant, Bourton Road, Clanfield, United Kingdom
    The Cotswold Plough Hotel and Restaurant is a perfect example of a 16th Century, stylish yet informal hotel. Bampton, home to Downton Abbey, is right on the door step, Burford only 15 mins away. The Cotswold Plough offers 11 en-suite bedrooms, a restaurant and a bar...

    The Farm Stratford-upon-Avon

    The Farm Stratford upon Avon, King's Lane, Snitterfield.
    “Yesterway we visited The Farm in Stratford-upon-Avon for the first time. I had heard lots about The Farm, had seen pictures and pretty good idea of what to expect… or so I thought. The Farm more than lived up to my great expectations of a wholesome food...

    Noel Arms

    Noel Arms Hotel, Chipping Campden.
    Noel Arms Hotel is one of the oldest Cotswold inns and it is steeped in history; they even say that Charles II stayed there during the English Civil War. Things are a bit more relaxed these days. You can put your feet up in front...
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    Mallory Court Country House Hotel & Spa

    Mallory Court Country House Hotel & Spa, Harbury Lane, Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
    This magnificent 43 bedroom manor house, set in 10 acres of grounds, is the epitome of a quintessential English country house hotel. Elegance and style personified, providing the perfect mix of traditional country house charm, contemporary style and relaxing indulgence, Mallory Court Country House Hotel & Spa is the...
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    The Angel at Burford

    The Angel At Burford, Witney Street, Burford, United Kingdom
    The Angel at Burford is a 16th-century coaching inn located in the picturesque market town of Burford, which is, of course, known as ‘The Gateway to The Cotswolds’ and thus making The Angel your ideal location for a quick pint, a hearty, high-quality meal or...

    The Five Alls, Filkins

    The Five Alls, Filkins, Lechlade.
    The Five Alls is a welcoming and handsome 18th Century Cotswold stone coaching inn, now serving as a pub and restaurant with rooms, set in the picturesque Cotswold village of Filkins, near Lechlade. This cosy Cotswold pub is is perfectly set up for catering for...

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