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Snowshill Manor is a typical, traditional Cotswold house,
built of golden yellow local stone and set on a hillside above the Vale of
Evesham.
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/places/snowshillmanor/
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Sudeley Castle, situated on the outskirts of Winchcombe (8 miles from Broadway), has a varied and interesting history. Rebuilt in the 15th Century, it was later owned by Sir Tomas Seymour who married Catherine Parr, the widow of Henry VIII. She is buried in the chapel which is one of the few parts of the original building to survive. Standing in delightful grounds Sudeley Castle was later restored as a manor house and is open to visitors.
Charlecote Park
Superb Tudor House - The home of the Lucy family for over 700 years, the
mellow brickwork and great chimneys of Charlecote seem to sum up the very
essence of Tudor England. The balustraded formal garden opens onto a fine deer
park landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown.
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/scripts/nthandbook.dll?ACTION=PROPERTY&PropertyId=209
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Coughton Court is one of England’s finest Tudor houses. Home of the
Throckmorton family since 1409, the house has fine collections of furniture,
porcelain and family portraits, as well as a fascinating exhibition on the
Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The family has created and developed the grounds over
the past 12 years so they are now totally in keeping with the period
setting.
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/scripts/nthandbook.dll?ACTION=PROPERTY&PROPERTYID=210
Chastleton House
One of England’s finest and most complete Jacobean houses.The gardens
have a typical Elizabethan and Jacobean layout with a ring of fascinating
topiary at their heart and it was here in 1865 that the rules of modern croquet
were codified.
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Home of the 11th Duke of Marlborough and one of Britain's greatest
houses. Blenheim Palace is the Birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill voted BBC2's
Greatest Briton of all time, and has many attractions for the whole
family.
http://www.blenheimpalace.com/
Warwick Castle
A stunning Medieval Castle, Warwick Castle is over a thousand years old and
has been well maintained with magnificent towers and ramparts. The splendid
grounds are an ideal venue for a picnic. There are many attractions at Warwick
Castle from dungeons to the Great Hall, State Rooms and the Royal Weekend Party
of 1898. Visitors can climb some of the towers and visit the well laid out
exhibitions, many have wax figures.
http://www.warwick-castle.co.uk/
Shakespeare's Birthplace
Experience the Tudor world of William Shakespeare by spending time in the
house where, in 1564, he was born. Shakespeare's Birthplace provides an insight
into his childhood. Family rooms have been faithfully recreated with furniture,
utensils and wall hangings from the period.
http://www.shakespeare.org.uk/main/4
Holst's Birthplace Museum
Cheltenham's musical gem - the Regency terrace house where Gustav Holst,
composer of The Planets was born in 1874.
http://www.holstmuseum.org.uk/
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Batsford Arboretum is one of the largest private collections of
trees and shrubs in the country. Situated one and a quarter miles west of
Moreton-in-Marsh (Gloucestershire), Batsford Arboretum is tucked away on a
south facing escarpment of the famous Cotswold Hills.
http://www.batsarb.co.uk/
Barnsley House
In the 1950’s Rosemary Verey began re-designing the garden at Barnsley
House and gradually transformed it into its present layout. The house and
grounds gained international acclaim as a place of remarkable beauty, visited
by garden lovers from around the world eager to discover for themselves this
perfect example of the English country house and garden.
Barnsley House is located in the centre of the small and attractive Cotswold
village of Barnsley on the B4425 (Cirencester to Bibury and Burford road), 4
miles north-east of Cirencester, only 90 minutes from West London, 60 minutes
by train (Kemble) and one hour from the Midlands.
Tel : 01285 740000
Bourton House
The ornamental garden with its late 17th century raised walk overlooking
rolling hills, its original kitchen garden and orchard has been transformed in
these last 20 years. The gardens surround a delightful 18th century Cotswold
manor house and 16th century tithe barn.
http://www.bourtonhouse.com/
Hidecote Manor Gardens
A visit to Hidcote Manor Garden is not just a study in an historic and
important garden, but an enriching and inspiring experience. Wander through
contrasting "rooms" of the garden, ever changing through the seasons
of the year and sense the beauty and serenity of this very special
place.
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hidcote/
Kiftsgate Court
Kiftsgate Court Gardens is a series of interconnecting gardens each with
its distinct character and secrets. Let them share their secrets with you.
http://www.kiftsgate.co.uk/
Painswick Roccoco Gardens
Situated outside the beautiful Cotswold town of Painswick, the garden is a
fascinating step back to the flamboyant English Rococo period.
http://www.rococogarden.co.uk/
Westonbirt Arboretum
Westonbirt Arboretum is a wonderful world of trees and shrubs. There are
18,000 of them from all over the world, producing 600 acres of beautifully
landscaped countryside. This makes Westonbirt one of the finest tree
collections in the world today. However it is the combination of wild flowers,
fungi, birds and animals as well as the trees themselves that make Westonbirt
such a special place to so many people.
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/hcou-4u4j74
Family Fun
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The friendly line in the Cotswolds The GWR is a steam and diesel heritage
railway in the Cotswolds. Since 1981, the volunteers have restored over 10
miles of line, together with platforms, buildings, steam and diesel locomotives
and rolling stock. In addition to a scheduled service, GWR hosts a number of
galas and enthusiasts’ events throughout the year, including our popular
Santa Specials.
http://www.gwsr.com/
Walking the Cotswold Way
The Cotswold Way National Trail is a long distance walk of
approximately 100 miles that runs along the Cotswold escarpment between Bath
and Chipping Campden. On the trail you will experience stunning views across
the Severn Vale to Brecon Beacons in Wales, Malvern Hills and Forest of Dean.
You will walk through beech woods and pasture enclosed with traditional dry
stone walls, see charming villages with Cotswold stone cottages and pass
through sites of historic interest.
Chedworth Roman Villa
Remains of one of the largest Romano-British villas in the country. Over
one mile of walls survives and there are several fine mosaics, two bathhouses,
hypocausts, a water-shrine and latrine. Set in a wooded Cotswold combe near
Cheltenham, the site was excavated in 1864 and still has a Victorian
atmosphere.
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/scripts/nthandbook.dll?ACTION=PROPERTY&PropertyId=189
Corinium Museum
After extensive redevelopment the Corinium Museum will be re-opening at
10:00am on Wednesday 15th September 2004.
Full-scale reconstructions bring to life the world of Roman Britain in
Cirencester, the second largest town of the period. There are mosaics and
military galleries that also cover prehistory, Medieval and Civil War eras.
http://www.cotswold.gov.uk/museum/
The Roman Baths, Bath
The best preserved Roman religious spa from the ancient world.
http://www.romanbaths.co.uk/
Worcester Cathedral
Worcester Cathedral has been a place of prayer and worship since 680 AD.
The present building was begun in 1084.
http://www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/cathedral/
Royal Worcester Porcelain
A profound technological revolution has taken place since the company first
started its activity so many years ago. However, sensitivity to changes in
taste has made Royal Worcester products throughout the years some of the most
sought after by important collectors and museums all over the world. In 2001
the factory celebrated its 250th anniversary and continuance of the glorious
tradition of blending Art and rigorous craftsmanship to create the most
exquisite range of products.
http://www.royal-worcester.co.uk/
