… Local Attractions
Where to go and What to see
Stow-on-the-Wold is known as the antique centre of the Cotswolds. Its attractive mellow Cotswold stone houses, the ancient stocks on the green and little passage ways, date back to the days when sheep were herded through the market square in the heyday of the wool trade. Stow was welcoming visitors before 1107 AD when King Henry I established a town market. In 1476 King Edward IV granted by Charter two fairs, which to this day, are held in May and October.
Here are some more interesting villages and towns to visit with their distances from the Hotel.
Miles |
Place |
Notes |
|---|---|---|
2 |
The Slaughters |
Lower Slaughter, with its beautiful cottages and gentle stream and water wheel is a must see for any visitor to the Cotswolds |
3 |
Bourton-on-the-Water |
An ideal outing for the family and picnic spot by the river (which runs through the village), model village, motor museum, Bird Land and perfumery. |
5 |
Moreton-in-Marsh |
Visit a wonderful market on Tuesdays and the nearest station to the hotel if needed. |
10 |
Broadway |
One of the prettiest villages in the Cotswolds, a lovely circular route through rolling country, incorporating other villages such as Chipping Campden and Bourton-on-the-Hill. |
20 |
Cirencester |
Formerly the 2nd largest Roman town after London , visit the Corinium Museum and Chedworth Roman Villa. |
20 |
Cheltenham |
A pretty regency spa town with all the best shops, see the famous clock designed by Kit Williams in the Regent Arcade. |
20 |
Stratford Upon Avon |
A must for anyone interested in Shakespeare! |
25 |
Tewkesbury |
On the River Severn.Walks across the meadows or visit the Abbey renowned for its beauty, 10th century with a massive Norman Tower . |
28 |
Gloucester |
The docks are being restored and house a 5 storey antique centre and packaging museum, or visit the Beatrix Potter centre close to the 12th Century Cathedral with magnificent cloisters and stained glass. |
30 |
Great Malvern |
If you like walking, head this way for the wonderful Malvern Hills, splendid views over Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. |
30 |
Oxford |
Explore the ancient town of learning with all the beautiful colleges, the Ashmolean Museum, or go punting down the river past the meadows and willow trees with spires beyond. |
We are also not far from Bath , Warwick and the River Thames. Situated in an area designated of outstanding beauty, you will not be disappointed in all you see.
Other historic places of interest nearby include:
Batsford Arboretum
This famous Arboretum is home to one of the largest private collections of trees and shrubs in the country. Located 5 miles from the hotel, near Moreton-in-Marsh.
Chastleton House
Chastleton House is one of England's finest and most complete Jacobean houses and competed in 1612. The same family occupied the house for nearly 400 years with little or no modernisation taking place. The rules for the game of Croquet were written here. Since aquiring the property the National Trust has concentrated on conserving it rather than restoring it to pristine condition. Located near the village of Chastleton , no more than a few miles from the hotel
Chedworth Roman Villa
The remains of one of the largest Roman Villas in the country and set in a wooded Cotswold Combe. Over 1 mile of walls survive and there are several fine mosaics, two bathhouses, hypocausts, a water-shrine and latrine. Excavated in 1864, the site still has a Victorian feel to it and the site museum houses objects from the villa. A 15 minute audiovisual presentation gives visitors an insight into the history of this fascinating place. Located about 10 miles from the hotel, near Northleach.
Sudeley Castle and Gardens
Once the property of King Ethelred the Unready, later home of Queen Katherine Parr and garison headquarters of Prince Rupert during the Civil War. The castle houses an impressive collection of furniture and paintings. Surrounded by magnificent award-winning gardens. Located in Winchcombe, 12 miles from the hotel.
Blenheim Palace
Home of the Duke of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. This magnificent palace is located on the outskirts of the small town of Woodstock on the A44, approximately 20 miles from the hotel. Designated a World Heritage site - one of the great buildings of the World with a superb art collection. Extensive 'Capability' Brown landscaped Park. The Marlborough Maze - the worlds largest symbolic hedge maze.
Charlecote Park
The House is the home of the Lucy family, begun in 1551 and situated next to the river Avon in the heart of an ancient deer-park with views to Stratford-upon-Avon a few miles away. Capability Brown landscaped the grounds, Queen Elizabeth I stayed and Shakespeare poached deer here. A beautiful house and well worth a visit. Located 20 miles from the hotel, near Stratford Upon Avon.
