Attractions

Batsford Arboretum

Batsford Arboretum

Home to one of the finest botanical collections in the country.

www.batsarb.co.uk

Snowshill Manor

Snowshill Manor

Packed with extraordinary treasures collected over a life time by Charles Wade.

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/snowshill-manor

Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace is home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough. This World Heritage Site offers over 2000 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown parkland and Formal Gardens as well as plenty of activities for families and children.

www.blenheimpalace.com

Kenilworth Castle

Kenilworth Castle

One of the finest ruined castles in Britain, best known as the home of Robert Dudley, the great love of Queen Elizabeth I.

Highgrove

Highgrove

HRH The Prince of Wales has transformed the grounds into some of the most inspired and innovative gardens in the UK.

www.highgrovegardens.com

Cadbury World

Cadbury World

A fun-packed day out where you can learn about the history and the making of Cadbury confectionery and even have a go at making some yourself!

Broadway Tower

Broadway Tower

Set on an ancient beacon site and built as a token of love.

broadwaytower.co.uk

Cotswold Farm Park

Cotswold Farm Park

Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park – home of rare breeds.

cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

Stroll around the Park and get eye-to-eye with Giraffe, watch Rhinos graze on the Gothic Manor House lawns, walk with lemurs or take a ride on Bella the train.

www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk

The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway

The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway

A preserved steam and diesel heritage railway.

www.gwsr.com

Birdland

Birdland

Wildlife park inhabited by over 500 birds.

www.birdland.co.uk

Black Country Living Museum

Black Country Living Museum

Dudley is home to one of the finest and largest open-air museums in the UK. The 26 acre site recreates Victorian living with trams to ride, games to play and even a mine to explore.

www.bclm.co.uk

Kiftsgate Court Gardens

Kiftsgate Court Gardens

A series of interconnecting gardens each with its distinct character and secrets.

www.kiftsgate.co.uk

Hidcote

Hidcote

One of England’s great gardens created by Major Lawrence Johnston with colourful and intricately designed outdoor ‘rooms’.

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hidcote

Sezincote Gardens

Sezincote Gardens

Norton Grounds Walks

Norton Grounds Walks

There are many beautiful walks from Norton Grounds

Bourton House Garden

Bourton House Garden

An award-winning three acre garden surrounding a fine 18th century Manor House.

www.bourtonhouse.com

Mill Dene Garden

Mill Dene Garden

A fun and interesting English country garden set in the grounds of a stone water mill.

www.milldenegarden.co.uk

Compton Verney

Compton Verney

An award winning art gallery housed in a Grade I listed Georgian mansion, set in spectacular landscaped parkland.

National Hunt Racing

National Hunt Racing

Local national hunt racing – Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, Worcester.

Cycle Cotswolds

Cycle Cotswolds

Cycle hire service in Chipping Campden. They can deliver cycles to your starting location and then collect them at the end of the rental period.

www.cyclecotswolds.co.uk

The Cotswold Way

The Cotswold Way

A 100 mile hike from Chipping Campden in the north to Bath in the south. There is a footpath to The Cotswold Way (starts just 2 miles) from Norton Grounds.

Cotswold Water Park

Cotswold Water Park

150 lakes with water sports and bird watching.

www.waterpark.org/things-to-do/watersports

Golf Courses

Golf Courses

Local golf courses – Broadway, Stratford-upon-Avon, Burford, Chipping Campden, Evesham.

Eating Out

Eating Out

There are many great places to eat from gastro pubs and cafes to fine dining restaurants. We’re always happy to give you our recommendations but you’ll also find some useful suggestions from previous visitors in the guest book.

Shakespeare Birthplace Trust

Shakespeare Birthplace Trust

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is the independent charity that cares for the world’s greatest Shakespeare heritage sites. It’s five Shakespeare Houses and Gardens in Stratford upon Avon form the heart of an iconic destination in the UK.

http://shakespeare.org.uk

Stratford upon Avon

Stratford upon Avon

Stratford upon Avon is synonymous with Shakespeare and is home to the Royal Shakespeare Company theatre. The town offers many attractions to suit all tastes.

www.visitstratforduponavon.co.uk