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The county town of Worcester with its' fine cathedral, world famous porcelain and riverside views. Oxford and on the way, the stately home of Blenheim Palace in Woodstock.
For retail therapy you have the smart regency town of Cheltenham, or the largest shopping mall in Europe - Birmingham's Bull Ring. You will amazed at all our area has to offer- so why not linger longer with us!
For a guided tour of the Cotswold area, we should like to recommend Tim Harrison's personal and local guided tour and taxi service.
Hidcote Gardens
Hidcote is one of England's great gardens. Designed and created by the horticulturist Major Lawrence Johnston in the Arts & Crafts style, it is made up of exquisite garden rooms, each possessing its own special character.
Visitors will discover rare shrubs and trees, outstanding herbaceous borders and unusual plant species. The garden changes in harmony with the seasons, from vibrant spring bulbs to autumn's glorious Red Border.
Nestled in the Cotswolds with sweeping views across the Vale of Evesham, Hidcote is appealing all year round. |
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Kiftsgate Gardens
Kiftsgate Court Gardens is a series of interconnecting gardens each with its distinct character and secrets. Let them share their secrets with you.
At any time of the year there is something of interest to draw you back again and again. The upper gardens surrounding the house are planted to give harmonious colour schemes, whilst the sheltered lower gardens provide a home for plants from warmer climes and recreate the atmosphere of the Mediterranean. |
Sezencote Gardens
Sezincote
Bourton on the Hill, Moreton in Marsh GL56 9AW Tel: 01386 700444
Exotic oriental water garden by Repton & Daniell with lakes, pools and meandering streams, banked with massed perennials. large semi-circular orangery, formal Indian garden, fountain, temple and unusual trees of vast size in lawn and wooded park setting. House in Indian manner designed by Samuel Pepys Cockerell. Gravel paths and steep slopes. |
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Batsford Park Arboretum
Situated one and a quarter miles west of Moreton-in-Marsh, Batsford Arboretum is tucked away on a south facing escarpment of the famous Cotswold Hills.
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Westonbirt Arboretum
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum is one of the most spectacular tree gardens in the world. An historical collection of over 3,000 different trees and shrub species many of which are rare or endangered in their native lands. Covering six hundred acres, the arboretum is an inspiring place to relax, get back to nature and indulge your senses...
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Mill Dene Garden
Mill Dene is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has at least 12 gardens of national, if not international, importance within a 20 mile radius, such as Hidcote and Kiftsgate. Wendy Dare, who used to be the National Gardens Scheme Organiser in the area (and, incidentally, a judge at Chelsea Flower Show, is happy to give advice.
This romantic garden is set around a lovely mill which is probably Norman. Sited in its own steep sided valley, the garden has hidden paths winding up from the mill-pool and stream at the bottom through the Rose Walk to the Cricket Lawn. |
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The jewel of the Cotswolds - 2 miles
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Birthplace and home of William Shakespeare and the Royal Shakespeare Company - on the banks of the River avon - 9 miles
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Cotswold Villages
The list is almost endless, but there are many beautiful Cotswold Villages nearby such as: Bourton-on-the-Water, Upper and Lower Slaughter, Stow on the Wold, Chipping Campden, Broadway, Burford.
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The largest Cotswold village in Worcestershire - in the lee of Fish Hill - home to Art Galleries, Antique Shops, delightful pubs and restaurants and beautiful scenery - 4 miles.
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The Cotswold Way
A 100 mile hike from Chipping campden in the north to Bath in the south. Plenty of hostelries along the way. There is a footpath to The Cotswold Way (starts just 2 miles) from Norton Grounds Farm
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National Hunt Racing
There are many courses nearby: Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, Worcester.
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Golf Courses
Can be found at Broadway, Stratford-upon-Avon, Burford, Chiiping Campden, Evesham. |
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Theatres
Nearby there are theatres in: Stratford-upon-Avon, Cheltenham and Malvern.
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Lavender Farm
There is a local Lavender Farm and produce shop at Snowshill (just outside of Broadway)
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Antique Centres
There are a variety of centres nearby at: Chipping campden, Stow on the Wold and Broadway etc.
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Sudely Castle
A Cotswold Stone Castle - famous for Henry VIII's wife's 'accommodation'.
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Broadway Tower
Broadway Tower is set on an ancient beacon site and built as a token of love. The Tower is open and for a small fee you may climb to the very top and enjoy the extensive views across the Worcestershire countryside. There is also a park at the tower for children to play.
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Snowshill Manor
There are many National Trust properties in the area and Snowshill Manor is just outside of Broadway. Be amazed by the eccentric collections on view.
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National Trust Properties
Gloucestershire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire has a rich collection of properties. Click here to see the list.
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