Situated close to Tetbury, the Forestry Commission’s, Westonbirt Arboretum definitely has to feature on your Gloucestershire / Cotswolds Autumn or Spring “Must do” list. It is very picturesque and a lovely place to walk around and relax. It is easy …
Whiteshill & Ruscombe Circular Walk This circular walk has been created to take in all that is best in the countryside in and around the parish of Whiteshill and Ruscombe. The walk starts at the village shop & coffee bar. …
Luscious green pine trees, crystal clear blue water, golden sandy beaches and wall to wall sunshine. This just about summarises our exciting last minute trip during August to the gorgeous Greek island of Skiathos. We travelled directly from Birmingham to …
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Montenegro was recommended as an up and coming place to visit by an acquaintance who has enjoyed hiking treks around the world. It is currently an unspoilt and unexplored destination with hundreds of kilometres of spectacular trails surrounded by beautiful …
The Cotswold Way is a designated 102 mile National Walking Trail. Starting in the North Cotswolds in Chipping Campden and finishing in Bath at the Abbey, this undulating route follows the natural beauty of the Cotswold escarpment landscape. It passes …
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For us the highlight of 2017 has to be the most amazing adventure to watch Le Tour de France cycle race in the beautiful picturesque setting of the French Alps. It was something we had talked about and planned to …
Another traditional May event to visit is the Bisley Well Dressing ceremony. Bisley is a delightful village, high above Stroud, it has all the great features of a classic Cotswold village with a historic old pub, The Bear with it’s …
The Randwick Wap is a series of events during spring which culminates in a traditional procession and festival dating back to the Middle Ages. Various theories exist on how it began, although most villagers believe it was a celebration that …
Badminton Horse Trials 2017 The world class, Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials three day event is a date in your social calendar for all you horse lovers out there not to be missed. It always takes place in April or May of …
The Severn Bore is one of Britain’s few truly spectacular natural phenomena. It is a large surge wave that can be seen in the estuary of the River Severn, where the tidal range is the 2nd highest in the world, …