Gloucestershire

Historic and picturesque South West England county with rich heritage sites, scenic landscapes, and vibrant cultural festivals.

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The Augusta House

A lakeside holiday home situated in a private gated nature reserve with views over Somerford Lagoon, featuring multiple bedrooms and shared leisure amenities including pools, gym, sauna, and outdoor spaces.

Robinswood House

Robinswood House is a spacious family celebration home near the Cotswolds, offering six bedrooms and a study across multiple floors, with a private hot tub and extensive outdoor entertainment spaces including a garden, pergola, and games room.

2 miles from Elmore Court

Elmore Court is a historic family estate in Gloucestershire featuring a beautifully renovated ancient house and extensive rewilded grounds. It serves as an event and wedding venue with accessible facilities and a unique blend of heritage and nature.

Cuckoos Nest

Cuckoo's Nest is a stylish four-bedroom terraced property located on Clearwater Lake within the Lower Mill Estate nature reserve, offering a peaceful and scenic waterside retreat ideal for family holidays or group stays with access to shared spa and sports facilities.

3 miles from Windmill Hill, Avebury

Windmill Hill is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure in Wiltshire, England, known as the largest of its type in Britain and part of the Avebury World Heritage Site, featuring ancient ditches and archaeological significance.

3 miles from Minchinhampton Common

Minchinhampton Common is a large National Trust grassland common in Gloucestershire notable for its biological and geological interest, including Jurassic limestone fossils, diverse flora including orchids, and historic landmarks.

2 miles from May Hill

May Hill is a prominent hill in Gloucestershire known for its distinctive clump of trees and status as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views, woodlands, grasslands, and historic May Day celebrations on the summit, accessible via public footpaths.

3 miles from Harvest Weekend

9–11 Oct (another 2 days)

Harvest Weekend at Westbury Court Garden celebrates the season with its sights and flavours, offering visitors a taste of the past.

Nuthatch

This accommodation is a large family-friendly house located within a gated and managed estate set in 450 acres of Cotswold countryside, woodland and meadows, close to rivers and serene lakes, offering a scenic and nature-immersed setting.

3 miles from Horton Court

Horton Court is a Grade I listed 16th-century Tudor and Norman manor house in Gloucestershire, featuring a Norman great hall and early Renaissance design elements. Owned by the National Trust, it offers rich historical architecture and has been used for filming notable TV series.

Near Market Hall

Chipping Campden Market Hall is a historic 400-year-old landmark in the heart of a charming Cotswold town, showcasing ancient trade heritage and local architecture, managed by the National Trust for public appreciation.

3 miles from Brambly Hedge at Hidcote

26 Sep–1 Nov, 6–8 Nov…

Visitors can follow a Brambly Hedge story trail through Hidcote, helping Primrose the mouse find her way home. The experience begins inside the Manor House and continues in the gardens, with miniature mouse homes, story scenes and interactive displays.

Located in Chipping Campden

Chipping Campden is a historic market town in the Cotswolds known for its terraced High Street with buildings from the 14th to 17th centuries, rich Arts and Crafts heritage, and hosting traditional Cotswold Games. It offers picturesque architecture, cultural museums, scenic walking routes, and local food experiences.

Woodend Farm Barns - The Cart Arms

This accommodation is a charming Grade II listed barn conversion set over three floors in the village of Huntley, blending original character with modern comfort in a rural countryside setting near the Forest of Dean, suitable for families and dog-friendly stays.

3 miles from Westbury Court Garden

Westbury Court Garden in Gloucestershire is a rare surviving 17th-century Dutch-style water garden featuring a long historic canal, distinctive topiary, a Dutch style pavilion, and an ancient evergreen oak, restored and maintained by the National Trust.

2 miles from Acton Court

Acton Court is a historically significant Tudor house in South Gloucestershire, featuring rare and lavish royal state apartments built in 1535 as a tribute to Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Visitors can explore its well-preserved interiors showcasing some of England's finest 16th-century decorations.

Located in Yate

Yate is a historic market town in South Gloucestershire near Bristol, featuring a walkable town centre with shopping, parks, and transport links including a reopened railway station and park-and-ride facilities. It blends historic sites with modern amenities and outdoor recreational spaces.

Honey Cottage

A luxurious waterside lodge situated in the award-winning Lower Mill private estate, set on a natural reserve featuring woodland, rivers, and lakes, offering a peaceful retreat for groups with extensive facilities and scenic views.

3 miles from Goodrich Castle

Goodrich Castle is a prominent 11th century Norman medieval castle ruin in Herefordshire, England featuring well-preserved concentric defensive architecture, historic significance from the English Civil War, and scenic views over the River Wye. It is managed by English Heritage and open to the public as a historic site.

2 miles from Birdland Park and Gardens

Birdland Park and Gardens is a wildlife park in Gloucestershire housing around 500 birds in aviaries and natural habitats, famous for the only king penguins in England, Wales, or Ireland, plus dedicated breeding programs and nature reserves.

3 miles from Cirencester Park

Cirencester Park is a large parkland with a mansion known for its monumental yew hedge, extensive woodland, and pasture with historical significance including baroque avenues and the site of a former castle, open for visitors to explore the grounds.

3 miles from King John’s Palace (Langley Farmhouse)

King John's Palace at Langley Farmhouse is a historic house in Oxfordshire offering stays with accommodation for 12 guests, featuring six bedrooms, indoor leisure rooms, a children's playroom, and extensive outdoor gardens with dining areas. Visitors can enjoy a mix of indoor and outdoor experiences in a family-friendly setting.

2 miles from Nagshead

Nagshead is a nature reserve in the Forest of Dean featuring mature oak woodland, diverse bird species, and two nature trails with varying terrain. It offers bird hides and picnic areas for visitors. The visitor centre is open seasonally on weekends and bank holidays. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a lead, and entry is free for all visitors.

3 miles from The Coombes, Hinton Parva

The Coombes is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Wiltshire, featuring important chalk grassland habitat within a steep-sided dry valley, known for diverse grasses and butterflies. It is owned by the National Trust and accessible to the public.

Located in Swindon

Swindon is a large historic market town in Wiltshire, England, known for its rich railway heritage, cultural festivals, shopping outlets, and diverse multicultural community.

3 miles from Over Bridge

Over Bridge is a historic stone arch bridge designed by Thomas Telford crossing the West Channel of the River Severn near Gloucester, now a pedestrian-only route and scheduled monument.

Otters View

This is a stylish and indulgent luxury villa for families and groups located within an exclusive natural reserve development near picturesque Cotswold villages, featuring waterside views, extensive outdoor space and shared on-site spa and leisure facilities.

Tibberton Court - Tibberton Court Apartment

Tibberton Court Apartment is a first-floor Georgian manor apartment situated in the Gloucestershire countryside, noted for its historic charm, spacious rooms, and tranquil rural setting within scenic grounds shared with other properties.

West Barn

This accommodation is a large converted barn in the Somerset countryside near Bath providing a spacious, group-friendly setting with countryside views and a homely atmosphere.

2 miles from Sir Bevil Grenville's Monument

Sir Bevil Grenville's Monument is an 18th-century historic monument located on Lansdown Hill near Bath, commemorating the Royalist commander Sir Bevil Grenville, who was mortally wounded in the 1643 Battle of Lansdowne during the English Civil War. The outdoor monument stands 25 feet tall, featuring inscriptions and heraldic symbols, and is a protected Grade II* listed and scheduled ancient monument.

3 miles from Village walk

14 Oct (next Wednesday)

Join a guided walk through Dyrham village as it was in 1704, and learn about its links to the estate and the lives of its villagers.

Paradise

A detached property in the Forest of Dean suitable for large families or groups, featuring six bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, private hot tub, gardens, and located close to local attractions in Gloucestershire and surrounding areas.

3 miles from WWT Slimbridge

WWT Slimbridge is a large wetland nature reserve in Gloucestershire known for its extensive habitats supporting numerous wildfowl species and captive collections. Visitors can explore both outdoor natural areas and indoor facilities including a visitor centre with a restaurant and educational amenities. The site offers birdwatching hides, observatories, and special events for all ages focused on bird conservation and wetland ecology.

Woodside Lodges Country Park

Woodside Lodges Country Park is a tranquil rural retreat set within 25 acres of landscaped grounds in Herefordshire countryside, featuring outdoor activities like wild-water swimming and fishing lakes, suitable for families and nature enthusiasts.

3 miles from Phillips House

Phillips House is a 17th-century grand former vicarage in Much Marcle with distinctive Restoration and Queen Anne façades. Visitors can tour the ground floor rooms, climb Jacobean stairs to attic and servants' quarters, explore the gardens, and learn about the life of vicars through guided visits by the owners.

Paradise House

This spacious four-bedroom holiday home in Shipston on Stour offers a sociable kitchen/dining area opening to an enclosed garden with patio and barbecue, a separate living room, and a games room, set in a quiet residential area ideal for families and groups exploring the Cotswolds and Warwickshire.

2 miles from Honington Hall

Honington Hall is a fine 17th-century manor house in Warwickshire known for its distinctive octagonal salon and richly remodeled interiors dating back to the 1740s, offering a historic indoor experience for visitors.

Located in Shipston-on-Stour

Shipston-on-Stour is a historic market town in Warwickshire known for its sheep-market heritage, picturesque river setting, and preserved coaching inns. Visitors can enjoy heritage architecture, a local museum, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

Huckleberry Barn

Luxury 4-bedroom accommodation near Chipping Campden in the Cotswolds, set within a private estate featuring a restored traditional barn with open-plan living spaces and countryside views, ideal for large groups looking to explore nearby towns and enjoy country walks.

2 miles from Kiftsgate Court Gardens

Kiftsgate Court Gardens is a family-run garden in the Cotswolds known for its rare plants, the renowned Kiftsgate rose, and beautifully designed garden areas across different seasons. Visitors can explore extensive outdoor gardens with spectacular views, enjoy a cafe, and shop on-site.

White Birch Manor Getaways - The Manor House

This Grade II listed ten-bedroom manor house near Awre in the Royal Forest of Dean offers a luxurious and spacious rural retreat set within 7 acres of grounds, combining historic charm and modern comfort in a tranquil countryside setting.

3 miles from Frampton Court

Frampton Court is a Baroque and Palladian historic house featuring famous Strawberry Hill Gothic orangery, elegant Georgian bedrooms, and private ornamental gardens overlooking a Grade I park and large lakes. It offers a stylish country retreat with refined period furnishings and beautiful views.

Near Homme House

Homme House is a historic country house located near Marcle Ridge, Herefordshire, surrounded by extensive gardens, parkland, and woodland, offering both indoor house tours and outdoor garden experiences. The venue also features a cafe and serves as a wedding venue with paid entry required for visitors.

Priors Lodge Barns - Owl Barn

This accommodation is a barn conversion set in a rural area near the Forest of Dean, suitable for families or friends, featuring traditional and rustic character with exposed beams and stone walls, and views of rolling countryside.

3 miles from St Briavels Castle

St Briavels Castle is a Grade I listed Norman castle in Gloucestershire, England, known for its Edwardian gatehouse and historical role as a royal administrative centre and armaments manufactory. It later functioned as a debtors' prison before becoming a youth hostel, offering visitors a mix of indoor historic buildings and outdoor garden and moat areas.

2 miles from The Picton Garden

The Picton Garden is a 1.5-acre partner garden renowned for its National Plant Collection of autumn-flowering asters and vibrant herbaceous borders, offering a colourful outdoor experience through the seasons. It welcomes dogs, provides accessibility, and offers facilities such as parking and toilets for visitors.

Cosy Cotswolds House

This modern and spacious holiday home in Cheltenham accommodates up to eight guests and is situated near university grounds, pubs, and various local attractions, offering a homely retreat with outdoor garden space and barbecue facilities.

3 miles from Crickley Hill

Crickley Hill is a prominent Cotswold escarpment site known for its Iron Age hillfort, rich wildlife, archaeological significance, and scenic countryside views. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, a café, and see conservation grazing cattle in a natural setting managed jointly with Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust.

Located in Cheltenham

Cheltenham is a historic Regency spa town and borough in Gloucestershire, England, renowned for its cultural festivals, horse racing events, Regency architecture, and museums, making it a vibrant destination for tourists.

The Old Granary

This accommodation is a comfortable converted granary in a rural setting near an historic market town, offering a homely and laid-back atmosphere with access to outdoor activities and shared amenities including a heated outdoor swimming pool and tennis court.

Located in Newent

Newent is a historic market town in Gloucestershire with roots dating back to Roman times, known for its medieval market house, cultural events, and scenic surrounding countryside.

Milton End Farm Barns - The Red Rooster

A spacious and beautifully appointed 2-bedroom barn conversion set in an idyllic countryside farm setting near walking-distance pubs and natural wildlife surroundings, suitable for families and groups.

2 miles from Brockworth Court

Brockworth Court is an atmospheric historic house dating back to the 1290s with later additions, offering a unique indoor heritage experience by appointment in Gloucestershire.

3 miles from Avebury Manor and Garden

Avebury Manor & Garden is a historic National Trust property featuring a Grade I listed early 16th-century manor house with period interiors and meticulously designed formal gardens, located in the village of Avebury near the famous neolithic henge monument. The venue offers both indoor exploration of historical interiors and outdoor enjoyment of the gardens, reflecting centuries of architectural and garden design history.

3 miles from Sculpture exhibition in Avebury Manor Garden

5 Sep–18 Oct (another 9 days)

An outdoor sculpture exhibition displays works by more than 20 artists across the 11 garden rooms at Avebury Manor. Visitors can explore the sculptures among the garden’s seasonal planting; the works are also available to buy.

3 miles from Dyrham Park

Dyrham Park is a Grade I listed baroque country house and extensive parkland in Gloucestershire, England, featuring historic interiors with Dutch art, 274 acres of gardens, an orangery, and a stable block now a tea room. It offers public access with events and has been a filming location for notable productions.

Cotswold Escarpment Manor

Cotswold Escarpment Manor is a spacious and stylish six-bedroom detached countryside retreat designed for large groups and family gatherings, featuring a private hot tub, games room, and extensive outdoor garden areas.

Near Nympsfield Long Barrow

Nympsfield Long Barrow is a Neolithic burial site located near the village of Nympsfield in Gloucestershire, England. The outdoor archaeological site features a trapezoidal long barrow with multiple chambers and is managed as part of Coaley Peak Country Park. It offers visitors a glimpse into ancient burial practices, with excavations revealing human remains and artifacts dating back to around 2800 BC.

2 miles from Tinkley Tots

12 Oct, 19 Oct…

Tinkley Tots is a weekly outdoor nature group for children aged 2–4 and their grown-ups, with a different nature theme, story and activities each session. Children can explore outdoors, discover wildlife and make things from natural materials.

3 miles from Cirencester Amphitheatre

Cirencester Amphitheatre in Gloucestershire is the remains of a large Roman amphitheatre, notable as the second-largest in Roman Britain, with visible earthworks and evidence of tiered seating for thousands of spectators, and historical significance as a defensive site in the 5th century.

Pengethley Manor

This Grade II listed Georgian manor house offers spacious luxury group accommodation with extensive private grounds including a lawned garden, patio, private hot tub, and outdoor swimming pool, set in a rural area near the Wye Valley, ideal for relaxing and celebrating with family or friends.

The Retreat

This detached holiday property is located in the village of Longhope on the edge of the Forest of Dean, featuring characterful design elements and offering guests access to woodland walks and local attractions.

3 miles from Monmouth Castle

Monmouth Castle is a historic Norman castle ruin located in Monmouth, Wales, known as the birthplace of King Henry V. Visitors can explore the outdoor remains of the castle and learn about its significance during the English Civil War, alongside a regimental museum housed in nearby Great Castle House.

2 miles from Hamswell House

Hamswell House is a historic 16th-century house offering exclusive marquee weddings surrounded by 50 acres of gardens and private land with panoramic valley views, featuring wheelchair access and outdoor as well as indoor spaces.

3 miles from Nature tots at Old Lodge

13 Oct, 20 Oct

A nature-themed session for pre-school children at Old Lodge, with activities that usually include a song, story, craft and game.

Yew Tree Cottage

Yew Tree Cottage is a charming semi-detached stone cottage in the northern Cotswolds village of Willersey, set in a peaceful countryside location overlooking the village green and duck pond, ideal for families and friends seeking a quiet rural retreat with nearby village amenities and scenic walking routes.

2 miles from Dover's Hill

Dover's Hill is a natural amphitheatre in the Cotswolds offering expansive views, historic Olympic Games traditions, ancient Roman vineyard remains, and a rich mix of wildlife and plants. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks, annual events, and eco-friendly refreshments in a dog-friendly outdoor environment.

The Lodge

A luxurious detached single-level holiday home in Gloucestershire offering spacious accommodation for up to 16 guests with 8 double bedrooms, including multiple en-suite shower rooms, an open plan living area with wood burner, and a garden with sitting-out area.

Near Hardwicke Court

Hardwicke Court is a historic Smirke house made of Cotswold stone, home to the Lloyd-Baker family for six generations. Visitors can enjoy guided tours through three main rooms, including the drawing room, library, and dining room, while also exploring the gardens. The house offers insights into period furniture, paintings, and family history.

Lower Mill Estate - Plovers Nest

Plovers Nest is a four-bedroom terraced property on Clearwater Lake within the Lower Mill Estate nature reserve, offering a contemporary waterside retreat suitable for families and groups, with scenic natural surroundings and nearby popular Cotswold villages.