Things To Do In The Cotswolds

We want you to make the most of your stay so here are some ideas of things we think you may enjoy. Please ask at reception for more details.

In the hotel grounds …

- Read a book in the lounge with a cup of coffee and a cake, in the summer we have giant chess and sun loungers on the lawn as well as croquet. A selection of board games are also provided in the lounge. In the winter warm up in front of roaring log fires.

- Have a pamper party - we have teamed up with Cotswold Beauty who can provide pamper parties at the hotel. Reservations essential.

- Wii and traditional board games available

On our doorstep … There's always plenty to see and do in The Cotswolds!

What's on in Gloucester - Follow this link to the latest from the City of Gloucester - all the events

- 7 walks available to choose from – Ask at reception for a map and order a picnic or packed lunch - we can also provide you with green wellies! We often see wildlife on our rear lawn including squirrels, rabbits, foxes, badgers and deer.

- For something a bit more organised we have teamed up with Cotswold Walking Holidays Ltd who can provide expert guides for walking in the Cotswolds. Cotswold Walking Holidays are a leading provider of walking holidays in the region, founded to encourage people to explore on foot the beauty of the Cotswolds. This area of gentle hills and honey-coloured stone villages, some 100 miles/160kms west of London, has some of the best walking in England.

- Prinknash Abbey (pronounced 'Prinnish') is a Catholic Benedictine monastery situated in the Vale of Gloucester in the Diocese of Clifton, near the village of Cranham.

- Gloucester Cathedral - Worship has taken place in this wonderful building for 900 years and it continues as a place of prayer and Christian pilgrimage.

- Gloucester Quays Designer Outlet has an outstanding mix of high street and designer labels at up to 60% off recommended retail prices.

- Gloucester Rugby - Hatton Court is just 3 miles from Kingsholm, the home of the famous Cherry & Whites, Gloucester Rugby Club

- Gloucester Docks and River Cruises- The former dock estate has become a popular destination where visitors can enjoy interesting views and a range of modern facilities while wandering around a remarkably complete example of a Victorian port. Over the August Bank Holiday 26th - 28th August 2011 the docks will be home to the Gloucester Tall Ships Festival

- Pleasure flights and flying lessons from Staverton Airport on the outskirts of Gloucester. Gloucestershire Airport is home to a number of long-established organisations which offer a range of commercial and pleasure flying lessons and scenic flights.

- The historic wool town of Painswick, known as ‘The Queen of the Cotswolds’, is one of the finest and best-preserved Cotswolds settlements, nestling quietly in the hills and surrounded by some of Gloucestershire’s most delightful countryside.

- Golf – plenty to choose from including the Painswick Golf Course. Founded in 1891 this unique ridge top course poses a unique challenge for all levels of golfers. With tight lies and interesting terrain this short course requires thought and a wide variety of shots.

- Gloucester Rugby – We can arrange tickets - The official online home of Gloucester RFC including team news, fixtures, ticket information, multimedia and all the very latest for Gloucester fans.

- Cheltenham Races – We can arrange tickets - The racecourse is best known for the National Hunt festival held in March each year, and includes races such as the Gold Cup and Champion hurdle

- National Trust properties - Find Places to visit. Search places to visit in the Cotswolds to find your perfect day out for the family on National Trust site today.

- Tour the city of Gloucester - Gloucester is a city with a rich history with many activities and places of interest. See historical images of Gloucester

- Gloucester Ghost Walks - Come with us on a spooky journey through the dark narrow alleys of Gloucester and prepare to be terrified by the tales of the City’s haunted past. Descend into the dark undergound area called ‘Deep Six’ – Dare You Join Us?

A little further away …

- Shopping in regency Cheltenham followed by lunch or dinner at the Beehive, Montpellier. Cheltenham Spa is England's most complete Regency town and is characterized by intricate ironwork balconies and painted stucco facades that line the historic Promenade, squares and terraces. With its award-winning gardens, impressive range of stylish shops and restaurants, and its festivals of horse racing, music and literature it is a great place to visit at any time of year.

- Village of Winchcombe – Winchcombe is a small, unspoilt Cotswold town where you will still find a wealth of unique shops and places to eat and drink. It is an ideal base for walking in the Cotswolds being at the intersection of the Cotswold Way, the Gloucestershire Way, the Wardens Way, the Windrush Way, the Wychavon Way and the unofficial St Kenelm's Way.Visit Sudeley Castle close to the village and have lunch at the White Hart Inn.

- Historic old wool town of Tetbury – a town within the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire. It lies on the site of an ancient hill Tetbury became an important market for Cotswold wool and the Woolsack races. in which competitors must carry a 60 pound sack of wool up a steep hill, were founded and are still contested annually. It is a great place to hunt for antiques, visit the nearby Westonbirt Arboretum and have lunch at the Snooty Fox Hotel.

Skydiving - Location: Duke of Gloucester Barracks, South Cerney, Cirencester, Gloucester GL7 5RD - skydive sensation - prices and information

Dean Forest Railway - Whether it is to bring back memories or show children the magic of trains from a bygone era, come and let us help re-create that wonderful of atmosphere of a country railway. And don't forget to have a chat with the driver, guard or any of our volunteers, for you can be sure of a cheery reply! We love running the railway and want you to enjoy it as much as we do!

Useful Links

Batsford Arboretum www.batsarb.co.uk

Berkeley Castle www.berkeley-castle.com

Birdland Park and Gardens www.birdland.co.uk

Blenheim Palace www.blenheimpalace.com

The Cheltenham Brewery www.thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk

Bourton Model Railway www.bourtonmodelrailway.co.uk

Butts Rare Breed Farm www.buttsfarmrarebreeds.co.uk

Broadway Tower www.broadwaytower.co.uk

Cheltenham Art Gallery www.cheltenham.artgallery.museum

Cheltenham Race Course www.cheltenham.co.uk

Clearwell Caves www.clearwellcaves.com