See & Do
The list of locations shown here is by no means comprehensive, but has been selected based on proximity to our cottages and historical popularity with visitors. Opening hours and special events can often change at short notice and we do recommend that if there is a specific place of interest you intend to visit during your stay, you let us know when making a booking and we can check it for you. Details of walks throughout the Cotswolds can also be found on www.bestwalks.com
Batsford Arboretum, Moreton-in-Marsh
Batsford is one of the jewels of the Cotswolds and one of the largest private collections of trees and shrubs in the country. Containing a treasure of rare and unusual plants and trees it is situated one and a quarter miles west of Moreton-in-Marsh the Arboretum, tucked away on a south facing escarpment of the famous Cotswold Hills.
Tel: 01386 701441 www.batsarb.co.uk
Daylesford Organic
Daylesford Organic is probably the UK's most upmarket farm shop and well worth a visit. Owned by Lady Bamford (of JCB fame) no expense has been spared in the creation of an award winning food outlet, café/restaurant and eco-spa. Not cheap, but worth it for the experience!
Tel: 01608 731700 www.daylesfordorganic.com
Hidcote Manor Garden, Nr Chipping Campden (NT)
A celebrated 20th-century garden in the beautiful north Cotswolds, Hidcote Manor Garden is one of England's great gardens. It was the life's passion of one man, self-taught gardener Lawrence Johnston who created his 'garden of rooms' here.
Tel: 01386 438333 Information line: 01684 855370 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Lapstone, Chipping Campden
Idyllically set on a hill just outside Chipping Campden in the North Cotswolds, the building is a contemporary conversion of an 18th Century barn and farm complex, offering the very best in outdoor furniture, a fantastic collection of ladies' accessories, exquisite interior ideas and inspired presents for every special occasion.
Tel: 01386 841611 www.lapstone.net
Lemington Lakes
Lemington Lakes offers top quality fishing in pretty, peaceful and relaxing surroundings. Day passes are available.
Tel: 01608 650872 Lemington Lakes
Longborough Opera
2009 Festival runs from 12th June to 25th July to include:–
Motzart: The Marriage of Figaro
Bizet: Carmen
Tchaikoskvy: The Queen of Spades
Puccini: La Boheme
Tel: 01451 830292 www.lfo.org.uk
Rob Ireland Activity Days
Definitely for the more active! Events include:–
Quad Bikes, Helicopter Flights, 4x4 Off-roading, Achery, Paintballing, Clay Pigeon Shooting
Tel: 01386 701 681 Mob: 07860 783013 www.robireland.co.uk
Sezincote House & Gardens, nr. Bourton-on-the-Hill
Open Thurs, Fri, Bank Holidays 2.00pm to 6.00pm except Dec.
House open May-Jul, Sept, Thur and Fri, 2.30pm to 6.00pm
No children allowed in the house.
www.sezincote.co.uk
Stanway House, Nr Winchcombe
July-September, Tuesday & Thursday 2.00-5.00pm
Garden only: Saturday 2.00-5.00pm.
Private tours by arrangement at other times.
Tel: 01386 584528 www.stanwayfountain.co.uk
Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe
Set against the backdrop of the beautiful Cotswold Hills, Sudeley Castle is steeped in history. With royal connections spanning a thousand years, it has played an important role in the turbulent and changing times of England's past.