Explore the Cotswolds
Our luxury hotel in the Cotswolds, is situated in the heart of the English countryside and provides the perfect base for you to get out and explore events in the local area.
Days out in Gloucestershire are glorious; we are surrounded by quaint villages, graceful rolling hills, and many beautiful towns. We are the true heart of England, with a vast offering of countryside strolls, wonderful shops, fantastic pubs and a breath-taking backdrop to accompany it all. We epitomise all that is wonderful in the English countryside and invite you to experience it for yourself.
What’s on in the Cotswolds
There is always something happening in the Cotswolds, and with our close location to Stratford-upon-Avon, Cheltenham, Blenheim Palace and much more, you will never be short of places to explore.
At reception, we have our special ‘little black book’ which holds all the information about what’s happening in the area, so do ask us for some inspiration during your stay. Here are just a few events that are happening throughout the year – the Cotswolds offers an eclectic mix to suit everyone’s interests.
Farming and Agricultural Events
For nature enthusiasts
Live Lambing, Cotswold Farm Park
From 17th February – 24th April
10th April
April-June Local Evesham Asparagus
May 30th
24th – 26th June
Cotswold Show and Food Festival
2nd – 3rd July
3rd September
Racing Events
Gloucestershire hosts some of the biggest and best racing events in the UK
The Festival and Gold Cup Meeting, Cheltenham
15th-18th March
The April Meeting, Cheltenham Racecourse
13th-14th April
4th– 8th May
Arts and Literature Events
There are some very high profile events locally including some small venue events that punch above their weight!
23td-25th April
Chipping Campden Literature Festival
3rd– 7th May
Cheltenham Literature Festival
7th-16th October
13th– 16th October
Music and Entertainment
Events you aren’t likely to forget for some time
27th April – 2nd May
7th – 12th June
30th May – 2nd August
8th– 10th July
15th– 17th July
22nd July – 31st July
4th August – 7th August
26th – 28th August
Popular Villages
Bourton-on-the-Water (10 minutes)
Stow-on-the-Wold (10 minutes)
Burford (25 minutes)
Broadway (30 minutes)
Chipping Campden (30 minutes)
Walks from the Hotel
Tranquil walks for you to enjoy – we’ll even provide the wellingtons!
Broadway Tower
Cotswold Wildlife Park, near Burford
Cirencester Water Park
And of course, the beautiful circular walk to nearby Lower Slaughter
Some Guests are Happy Never to Leave Upper Slaughter…
With its expansive 8 acres of land, beguiling countryside walks and the choice of exploring the gorgeous gardens or having afternoon tea on the lawn, we find that many guests are happy just to relax at one of the finest hotels in the area or to explore the village.