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Arlington
Mill Museum
Dating
back to the 17th Century, the history of the mill can be traced through
photographs and documents. Working machinery illustrating milling &
the Victorian way of life. Tearoom, gift shop and herb garden. Limited
parking.
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Bibury
Open all year, daily.
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01285 740368
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Batsford Arboretum
The earliest verifiable recorded history of Batsford Park, of
which Batsford Arboretum forms the central part, dates back to the
Freeman family who owned the estate in the early part of the 17th
Century. We know that a substantial house existed on the site which
was
altered and extended over a period of some 200 years. The gardens were
extensive
and originally formal in their layout, evolving into a more relaxed
theme
in the late 19th century.
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Batsford
Park , Nr Moreton in Marsh
Gloucestershire GL56 9QB
Mid
November to 1st February 10.00am to 4.00pm. weekends only
1st February to mid November 10.00am to 5.00pm. Every Day
Boxing Day and New Year's Day 11.00am to 3.00pm - Complimentary hot
punch on Boxing Day.
BATSFORD ARBORETUM
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Tel:
01386 701 441
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Berkeley Castle
In 1153 Maurice Berkeley completed this fortress by the
Severn Estuary at the command of Henry II, and ever since it has been
the home
of the Berkeley family - one of England's oldest families who have
given
their name to numerous locations all over the world, from Berkeley
Square
in London to Berkeley Hundred in Virginia and Berkeley University in
California.
This ancient castle has been preserved and gradually transformed from a
savage Norman fortress into a truly stately home with a wealth of
treasures.
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Berkeley
Gloucestershire
GL13 9BQ
BERKELEY CASTLE
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Tel:
01453
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Bibury
One of the most
attractive villages in BritainThe area is
actually made up of two villages, Arlington on one side of the River
Coln and Bibury on the other. It is one of the "must see" destinations
in the Cotswolds, and has a place on the itinery of most tourists.
Attractions in Bibury include Arlington Row, a row of weavers cottages
built of local stone next to the River Coln, Arlington Mill, the Bibury
Trout Farm and the Saxon Church,
the Church of St Mary. The north Chancel wall of the Church is home to
a
stained glass window which was designed in 1927 by Karl Parsons and was
featured in the 1992 Christmas stamp set issued by the Royal Mail. The
River
Coln flows through Bibury sandwiched between the main village street
and
an expanse of boggy watermeadow known as Rack Isle. With Arlington Row
as
a backdrop, it makes one of the most picturesque scenes you will find
in
the Cotswolds.
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Bibury Trout Farm
Visitors of all ages will enjoy feeding the fish at Bibury
Trout Farm. A working farm rearing high quality Rainbow Trout in the
Cotswold
village of Bibury, described by William Morris as the 'most beautiful
village
in England'. Lovely gift shop, fresh and smoked trout, beginners
fishery
and refreshments (summer).
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Bibury, Cirencester
Gloucestershire, GL7 5N
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Tel:
01285 740215
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Birdland
Birdland was first established in 1957 and was sited in the
centre of Bourton. It moved to its present site, a few hundred metres
down the
road in 1989. The current location was a trout farm and a Poplar
plantation
for match stick production, owned by Bryant and May.Birdland is set in woodland, river and gardens, this natural
setting
is inhabited by over 500 birds. Flamingos, pelicans, penguins, cranes,
storks,
cassowary and waterfowl can be seen on various aspects of the water
habitat.
There are over 50 aviaries of parrots, falcons, pheasants, hornbills,
toucans,
touracos, pigeons, ibis and many more. The Tropical, Temperate and
Desert
Houses are home to the more delicate species.
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Rissington
Road , Bourton on the Water
Gloucestershire, GL54 2BN
Open all year
except Christmas Day.
April to October: 10.00am to 6.00pm
November to March: 10.00am to 4.00pm.
(Last admission 1 hour before closing).
BIRDLAND CLICK
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Tel:
01451 820 480
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Blockley
The hidden
village of the Cotswolds. More people live here than the popular
tourist villages. Once the centre of Britain's silk trade
it is popular with hikers.The
village name has changed over the centuries, In a charter of 855 in the
days of the Mercian King Burgred it was referred to as Bloccanleeh.
Before
the Norman Conquest Blockley was referred to as Bloccelea and in the
Doomsday Survey of 1086 as Blochelei in a survey of 1299 it was
referred to as now, Blockley.Today
Blockley is a part of Gloucestershire. - it used to be in
Worcestershire.
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Bourton House Gardens
Bourton House Gardens first opened to the public on a single
Sunday in 1987 under the auspices of the National Garden Scheme. This
was an exciting time. For many years the work involved a brown earth
policy (lots of digging and not too much planting), growing organically
in every sense of the word. Each season brought new challenges, as well
as new plans for new projects. The same is true today, the garden is ever evolving: whether
it is the installation of a new tunnel in the field opposite to allow
even
more exotica to grow, or widening wide beds to accommodate more
exciting
foliage and flora.Since Saxon times, the stone built village of
Bourton on the Hill has hugged the Cotswold escarpment. Built on
monastic lands,
Bourton House, its Brewhouse stables and coach house have created a
courtyard
since the late 16th century.
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Bourton-on-the-Hill
, Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire GL56 9AE
BOURTON HOUSE
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Tel:
01386 700 754
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Bourton-on-the-Water
Bourton
on the Water, known as "The Venice of the Cotswolds" is an extremely
popular village where elegant 18th century bridges cross the River
Windrush as it flows through the centre of the village. Although
Bourton on the Water is a large village as villages go, there are more
attractions in Bourton on
the Water than you would perhaps expect to find in a destination of its
size. Bourton on the Water grasps the tourism industry with both hands
ad offers the model village, Birdland, Bourton Model Railway, Cotswold
Perfumery,
Cotswold Motoring Museum and Toy Collection, Dragonfly Maze and
Salmonsbury
Meadows Nature Reserve amongst its attractions.
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Victoria Street ,Bourton-on-the-Water,
Gloucestershire,GL54 2BU
Email: bourtonvic@cotswold.gov.uk
BOURTON-on-theWater
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01451 820211 Fax: 01451 821103
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Bourton on the Water Model Village
A replica in local stone of one of the Cotswolds most
beautiful villages. Here, in one-ninth scale, you will find the River
Windrush with its distinctive bridges, beeches, willows and chestnuts
all in miniature. It is complete with the Church of St Lawrence and
music of the actual choir.
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Bourton-on-the-Water
Gloucestershire, GL54 2AF
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01451 820467
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Bristol
Aero Collection
The
Bristol Aero Collection is a museum dedicated to the preservation and
display of artefacts of the Bristol Aeroplane Company, and its sister
companies.
On display are aircraft, engines, missiles, spacecraft, buses and many
more
items designed and built in Bristol in the last century.The Bristol Aero Collection was formed in 1988, with the
intention of preserving for future generations the history of
aeronautical development in the Filton area. Aircraft production began
on the Filton site in 1910, when the British and Colonial Aeroplane
Company started building the Boxkite. The factory went from strength to
strength, and was the largest factory
in Europe by the start of World War II. Aircraft, engines, spacecraft,
missiles, and other more diverse products were produced during the 20th
Century, and the site is still very active as the UK headquarters of
Airbus. Engine design and production still continues with Rolls Royce
on the Patchway site next to the airfield.The Bristol Aero Collection was formed in 1988 by
a group of like-minded individuals, all passionate about aviation
heritage in the Bristol area. The group included Brian Trubshaw,
Concorde test pilot and General Manager at Filton; Sir Robert Wall;
Peter Gibbs; Walter Gibb, Bristol Test Pilot in the 1950's; Graham
Kilsby, who now runs the Bristol Heritage Collection in Tennessee; and
Roger
Hargreaves, founder of the Britannia Aircraft Preservation Trust. From
here,
a steering committee was set up, and the group was publicly launched in
June
1990. In November 1992, the Bristol Aero Collection was formed as a
registered
charity. The Bristol Aero Collection Team was also created, to support
the
trust, by recruiting volunteers, and working towards establishing a
museum
in the Filton area.
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Hangar E2,
Kemble Airfield,
Cirencester
Gloucestershire about 4
miles south west of Cirencester on the A429.
BRISTOL AERO
COLLECTION CLICK
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tel:
01285 771204
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Bristol City Football
Club
1894:
Bristol South End Football Club are formed and play
their
games at St. John's Lane, Bedminster
1897: The club is renamed Bristol City Football
Club and made into a limited company after a famous meeting in the
Albert
Hall, Bedminster. A decision was made to employ a manager, so contact
was
made with Sam Hollis at Woolwich Arsenal. One of his first assignments
at
Bristol City was to assemble a squad of players to take part in the
Southern
League - he was given a trans fer fund of £40!
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Bristol City Football
Club
Ashton Gate Stadium
Ashton Road
Bristol
BS3 2EJ
BRISTOL CITY
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0117 963 0630
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Bristol Rovers Football
Club
The
Memorial Stadium has been owned by Bristol Rovers since 1998, when it
was purchased from the old Bristol Rugby Club, who were in
administration at
the time. Founded in 1998 they have been members of the Football League
since 1920, having won the Southern League in 1904/05.
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Bristol Rovers Football
Club
The Memorial Stadium
Filton Avenue, Horfield
Bristol, BS7 0BF
BRISTOL ROVERS CLICK |
tel:
0117 9096648
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Bristol Rugby Football
Club
Bristol Rugby
(or Bristol Football Club as it was formerly known) was formed in 1888
and over the years some of the greatest names in the game have played
for the Club from Len Corbett, Sam Tucker, Jack Gregory, John Pullin
and Alan Morley through to Jason Little and Agustin Pichot in recent
years. Now one of the leading Rugby Clubs in the top Guiness League
they also play in Europe.
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The Memorial Stadium
Filton Avenue
Horfield
Bristol
BS7 0AQ
BRISTOL RUGBY
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Tel:
0117 952 0500
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Cerney House Gardens
Leave
the hustle and bustle of today's world and visit Cerney House Gardens,
where time seems to stand still. Let old-fashioned scents and colour
surround you in this romantic secret garden. Explore the working
organic kitchen garden amongst the overflowing herbaceous borders.
Discover wildlife and woodland walks through our 40 acres of Cotswold
parkland.
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Cerney House Gardens, Cerney
Lodge
North Cerney, Cirencester
Glos. GL7 7BX
Cerney House Gardens is located off the A419 (between
Cirencester and Cheltenham), up past North Cerney Church (not in the
main village).
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, 10am
till 5pm, April (Easter) to the end of July.
CERNEY
HOUSE
GARDENS CLICK
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Tel:
01285 831300
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Chavenage
This historic Elizabethan house, home of the Lowsley-Williams
family, contains much of interest to the discerning visitor. During the
tour of
the house, usually conducted by a member of the family, visitors can
see
the tapestry rooms and furniture and relics of the Cromwelllian period.During the Civil War (1641-49) Chavenage was owned by Colonel
Nathaniel Stephens, M.P. for Gloucestershire who was persuaded by
Oliver Cromwell,
to whom he was related by marriage, to vote for the King's impeachment.
Soon after the King was beheaded, Colonel Stephens died and it is said
that his ghostly form was seen being driven away from Chavenage by a
headless coachman wearing the Royal vestments. Featured in the BBC2 programme 'Stately Suppers',
hosted by the celebrity Chef James Martin. The house has also been used
as a location for many television productions including Agatha
Christie's Hercule Poirot, Casualty, House of Elliot, Berkeley
Square, Cider with Rosieand the
US series Relic Hunter III. Available for weddings &
Corporate entertainment.
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Chavenage
, Tetbury,
Gloucestershire GL8 8XP
Personal tours May to
September every Thursday & Sunday 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Also Easter and
Bank Holiday Mondays.
Groups & Coach parties throughout the year by appointment.
CHAVENAGE CLICK
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tel:
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Chedworth Roman Villa
Chedworth
is the best site in the country for exploring and understanding the
remains of a large country house of the Roman period. Chedworth Roman Villa is very much an
interactive
attraction, with many events being staged so that your experience of
the
site is ehanced and your understanding of the Roman way of life
improved. The villa was discovered by accident in 1864, when a
gamekeeper found fragments of paving and pottery on the bank of soild
which covered
what is now referred to as room 32. The importance of these finds were recognised by James Farrer
who uncovered most of the buildings now visible over a period of two
years at the expense of the then owner, the Earl of Eldon, who also
provided the
Museum and roofing for some of the structures. In 1924 the site was bought for The National Trust by means
of
subscriptions raised largely by the Bristol and Gloucestershire
Archaeological
Society. Since that time, further discoveries have been made such as a
child's
coffin in 1935, the excavation of Room 4 in 1954 and a series of
excavations
by Sir John Richmond from 1958 until his death in 1965. The site today looks different from how it would have looked
in the Roman period. The vegetation of the area now largely comprises
of modern plantations and at the time when the villa was built the
trees were probably less dense than they are today. The contours of the site would have been much sharper than
they are now. When maintenance and repair of the building stopped, when
the buildings were eventually abandoned, the roofs and walls would have
collapsed. Soil eroded from the slopes by the weather would have
collected behind the walls and eventually would have covered them
thereby preserving some walls to
a considerable height. A large amount of this debris was moved in the
excavations of the 19th century and now forms the platform on which the
custodian's
house, originally a shooting lodge, was built before 1870. The edge of
this
modern terrace runs along the lawn east of the modern house, thus
softening
the outlines of the modern landscape.
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Chedworth Roman Villa
Yanworth, nr Cheltenham,
Gloucestershire GL54 3LJ
Chedworth Roman Villa is 3 miles northwest
of
Fossebridge on the Cirencester to Northleach road (A429)
Approach from A429 via Yanworth or from A436 via Withington (coaches
must approach from Fossebridge). Many of the roads on the approach to
Chedworth Roman Villa are quite narrow so drive with care.
CHEDWORTH
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01242
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Cheltenham is the most complete Regency town in England and
one of the few English towns in which traditional and contemporary
architecture complement each other. Cheltenham began as an Anglo-Saxon village over 1200 years
ago. In1226 it became a market town, which was the basis of its economy
until
the 18 century, when its medicinal waters were discovered in a field to
the
south of the town, where Cheltenham Ladies’ College now stands. These
were
regarded as beneficial for a whole range of illnesses and by the late
18
century the town was one of England’s leading spas.In 1788 King George III spent five weeks at Cheltenham,
drinking the waters for his health’s sake. His visit ‘set the seal’ on
the town’s
popularity and during the following years the number of visitors and
residents
increased dramatically. Between 1700 and 1800 its population rose from
1500
to over 3000 and by 1850 it was the largest town in Gloucestershire,
with
a population of more than 35,000. Among famous visitors were members of
the
English and Continental Royal families, including Princess (later
Queen)
Victoria, the Duke of Wellington, and the novelists Jane Austen and
Lord
Byron.Visitors
to the town would drink the waters at either the original spa or one of
the
rival spas that were established in the early 19 century, such as
Montpellier
and Pittville. Several of the spas had tree-lined walks, rides and
gardens
in which the visitors could ‘promenade’, often with a band of musicians
in
attendance. Regular public breakfasts, gala fetes, firework displays
and
other entertainments were held at the larger spas. Visitors could also
attend
balls, assemblies and concerts at the Assembly Rooms, plays at the
Theatre
Royal and horse races at the racecourse. They could also shop for
souvenirs
along the High Street and, from the 1820s, in the fashionable new
shopping
areas of Montpellier and the Promenade.Cheltenham’s heyday as a spa lasted from about 1790 to 1840
and these years saw the building of the town’s many fine Regency
terraces, crescents and villas. By 1840 it had also become a popular
residential town, particularly for military families, many of whom had
served in the Empire. It also gained a reputation for the quality of
preaching in its many churches and chapels and for its schools and
colleges, which encouraged still more families to settle in the town.
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77 Promenade ,
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1PJ Email:tic@cheltenham.gov.uktic
@cheltenham.gov.uk
Web:
http://www.visitcheltenham.info/
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01242 522878 Alt
Tel: 01242 517110 Fax: 01242 255848
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Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum
Awarded Designated Museum status for its outstanding,
world-famous collection relating to the Arts & Crafts Movement.
This includes fine furniture and exquisite metalwork, made by Cotswold
craftsmen - inspired
by William Morris. Additional collections are rare Chinese and English
pottery; 300 years of painting by Dutch and British artists; the story
of Edward
Wilson, Cheltenham's Antarctic explorer. Also discover the history of
Britain's
most complete Regency town and archaeological treasures from the
neighbouring
Cotswolds. Special exhibitions, museum shop and Cafe. Admission
free,
donations welcome
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Art
Gallery & Museum,
Clarence Street,
Cheltenham,
GL50 3JT.
Monday
- Saturday 10.00-5.20. 1st Thursday of month 11.00-5.20. Closed Bank
Holidays.
CHELTENHAM
ART
GALLERY CLICK
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Tel:
01242 237431
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Cheltenham Archers
Cheltenham
Archers club was founded in 1857 by the greatest target archer of all
time - Horace Ford, twelve times National Champion and innovator of
many archery techniques still in use today. Since the
days of Horace
Ford, the Cheltenham Archers club has enjoyed a long tradition of fine
archers
and is fortunate to count amongst its members past and present Master
Bowmen, County Champions, County Team Members and fully qualified
Coaches.Nestling at the foot of Cleeve Hill in the glorious Cotswolds
Cheltenham Archers enjoy excellent facilities at Cheltenham
Racecourse. Apart from February
and March when the ground is transformed into the tented village for
the
prestigious Gold Cup and a couple of weekends throughout the year, the
targets
are permanently out at all distances.
Archers can use the
field
any day at any time and should the weather turn inclement there is a
comfortable
clubhouse with toilets and tea and coffee making facilities. The
clubhouse
is also used periodically for equipment evenings where novices can get
help
with string making, fletching and, for the not so accurate, arrow
straightening!
Archers
of
all disciplines are welcome at Cheltenham Archers, compound, recurve,
bare bow and longbow all have their enthusiastic followers at the club,
with
many members proficient in more than one discipline. In
the
winter when we are forced indoors we hold quiz nights at the club and
visit
the local ten pin bowling alley to keep the competitive spirit going. The
Annual Dinner is popular and gives members the opportunity to sample
one
of the many excellent restaurants Gloucestershire has to offer.Indoor
winter practice takes place twice a week on Monday evening (7.15pm to
9.15pm) and Friday evening (7pm to 9pm) at a nearby school from October
until our ground is ready after the Gold Cup.
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Cheltenham Bacon Theatre
Completed in October 1991, Cheltenham's youngest venue has come of age and we can't wait to meet you! On the beautifully landscaped site of Dean Close School, the
magnificent but modern Bacon Theatre owes its name to a previous
Headmaster who fundraised tirelessly to afford to build what was quite
literally, his dream. Today, the dream continues with a packed
programme of public events throughout
the year. Whether you're looking for the best in
professional touring theatre, jazz, ballet, rock or celebrity speakers
or a chance to
support local talent and charities in panto, musical or variety shows;
the
Bacon Theatre is just your cup tea!
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The Bacon Theatre
Dean Close School
Shelburne Road
Cheltenham
GL51 6HE
The theatre administration and box office is open
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm
Email: admin@bacontheatre.demon.co.uk
BACON
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Tel:
01242 258002
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Cheltenham Balooning
Having visited Cheltenham, Charles Dickens then
wrote, "Rarely have I seen such a place that so attracted my
fancy,"……..and he had his feet firmly on the ground.or our pilots and
passengers who clearly don’t, the whole vista is even more spectacular.
Cheltenham
is a perfect place for hanging around with your head in the clouds and
your
feet in a basket. he tops of fine
churches, a peek into parkland, a glimpse over a wall into a regency
house or garden, this hot air balloon trip is a beautiful way to
capture the hidden beauty of a historic market town at a leisurely
pace. And there’s more on the horizon – as you fly into the Vale of
Severn or head out over the Cotswolds.Ballooning
Network fly from Cheltenham Racecourse, the home of the National Hunt
festival held in March each year with its
Champion hurdle and nail biting Gold Cup.
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Ballooning Network
Coronation Rd,Bristol, BS3 1RN
Monday to Friday 8:00-am to 5:00pm
BALLOONING
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tel:
01452 7136
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Cheltenham Beechwood
Place
A great place to go if you want to escape the
crowds of the High Street. Beechwood is a shopping emporium
offering you
the chance to browse around famous name shops including Ciro Citterio
and
The Disney Store. You can also have your nails varnished, buy a
mobile
phone, eat a baguette, drink some expensive coffee, buy some even more
expensive ice cream, and then look at cheap CDs. A venture into
the centre of Beechwood will have you believing you are in a tropical
rainforest as you fight your way through big trees, negotiate rapid
waterfalls, and talk to a drunk bloke called Dougie.
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Beechwood Place
Shopping Centre 123 High Street. Cheltenham Gloucestershire
GL50 1DQ .
BEECHWOOD
PLACE
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tel:
01242 261 122
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Cheltenham College
Cheltenham
College is a great school in every sense. Founded in 1841, it grew
quickly to become one of the largest boarding schools in the UK, with a
distinctively Christian foundation and emphases on scholarship and
public service. Today there are approximately 450 full boarders and 150
day-pupils, both boys
and girls, and it occupies the most beautiful of buildings close to the
centre of the Regency town of Cheltenham.Whilst
proud of its history, the College is not at all pretentious. It has a
tremendously positive ethos and is a place where pupils with all sorts
of talents and
interests are happy and flourish. Preparing pupils for public
examinations
is central to its purpose, but the pursuit of academic success is
balanced
by the provision of a rich vein of extra-curricular opportunities.
Pupils
take part in sport, music, art, drama, academic societies and a whole
plethora
of activities, all of which contribute to making them self-confident
and
well-rounded young people.
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Cheltenham College,
Bath Road,
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 7LD
email:
info@cheltcoll.gloucs.sch.uk
CHELTENHAM
COLLEGE
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tel:
01242 265600
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Cheltenham Cricket
Festival
No
year would be complete without the Cheltenham County Cricket
Festival when Gloucestershire play host to other first class
and often international teams. This festival which has been held since
1872 is hosted by Cheltenham College and the splendid College
buildings make for an unusual but
pleasing setting for county cricket.
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CHELTENHAM
CRICKET
FESTIVAL CLICK
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tel:
0117 9108000
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Cheltenham Everyman
Theatre
The
Everyman is Gloucestershire's theatre - and has been serving the county
(and beyond) since 1891.
Our main auditorium is an architectural masterpiece designed by Frank
Matcham that has inspired generations of performers. The common thread
throughout the many years has always been our relationship with our
audience - a relationship that we treasure.Whether you visit the
Everyman to see ballet, opera, drama, dance, comedy, music events or
our traditional family pantomime. Or if you take part in one of our
many community projects, education workshops or
youth theatre productions. Or if you visit us to dine or drink in our
café, restaurant, internet café or wine bar. Or if you
are simply here
to visit our website and book your tickets. Whatever the reason we
would
like to warmly welcome you and hope you return many times.
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Everyman Theatre,
Regent Street, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL50 1HQ
Box Office Telephone: 01242 572573
Stage Door Telephone: 01242 512515
Fax: 01242 224305
Email: admin@everymantheatre.org.uk
EVERYMAN
THEATRE CLICK
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Tel:
01242
572573
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Cheltenham Festival of
Literature
In its 56th year The
Times Cheltenham Literature Festival has once again seen record numbers
through its doors with a finely balanced programme of top novelists,
actors, comedians, playwrights, politicians and poets - from Africa to
America and Liverpool to London. This year the worlds oldest Literature
Festival, in its first
year with The Times on board, smashed previous ticket sales with over
70,000
tickets sold.The ten day Festival witnessed its biggest ever event with
2,500
people heading to the Centaur to join Stephen Fry as he unravelled the
mystery
of poetry. The range of amazing authors, from Alan Bennett to Julian
Clary,
as well as a host of Festival favourites from Judi Dench to Jacqueline
Wilson, not to mention Festival firsts from Louis Theroux and Bret
Easton Ellis
ensured this year’s record breaking success. Elsewhere Festival
highlights
included comedy moments with Rik Mayall and Eric Sykes, political
debate
from Tony Benn and the fantastic Multistory series: ten world premieres
in ten days with the Festival’s specially commissioned new works
performed
on stage.6th-15th October 2006
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The Times Cheltenham
Literature Festival
Cheltenham Town Hall
Imperial Square
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL50 1QA
email:
sarah.smyth@cheltenham.gov.uk
CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL OF
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01242 263494
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Cheltenham Film Studios
Ever wanted to write a screenplay? Well, now's your chance -
with the International Screenwriters' Festival and the BBC Learning
Centre!If you dream of making it
big in the movies, here's an opportunity to take
your first step towards screenwriting stardom.The first International
Screenwriters' Festival comes to Cheltenham Film Studios between June
27 and July 1 2006, bringing with it the chance for Gloucestershire's
untapped film-writing
talents to show off their skills in a competition called SCRIPT_1 Any aspiring writer over 16 is invited to submit their
short
film idea, with prizes of up to £300 up for grabs.The winner and two runners up will also win a place on a
special crash course at the International Screenwriters' Festival - a
road map to the industry outlining the skills, techniques and knowledge
to help new
writers get a head start in the film and TV industry.Creators of the most promising entries shortlisted at the
end
of March will be invited to a screenwriting workshop led by industry
experts at the BBC Learning Centre then given six weeks to write a ten
minute film script.Their scripts will be judged by a team of
professional screenwriters and prizes awarded at a New Writers' Day at
the International Screenwriters' Festival in June.
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a short summary of your short film, on one A4 page or less, and to
By email :
lucy@screenwritersfestival.com By post:
SCRIPT_1 Competition
International Screenwriters' Festival
Arturi Films Ltd, Fern House
Bath Road, Stroud
Gloucestershire GL5 3TL.
Cheltenham Film Studios
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Email: info@cheltstudio.com
CHELTENHAM
FILM STUDIOS CLICK |
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01242 542 700
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Cheltenham
Football Club
After many years
Cheltenham are now in League 2 of the Football League. Do come along
& support
us.
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Whaddon Road, Cheltenham
There is a FREE
matchday shuttle bus (unless advised otherwise) which runs
between the Cheltenham Racecourse Park & Ride facility and from/to
outside the Off Licence
located near the junction of Whaddon Road and Prestbury Road (25omtrs
from
ground).
email:
info@ctfc.com
CHELTENHAM
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tel:
01242 573558
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Cheltenham
International Festival of Music
30
June-15 July 2006
From
the splendour of the morning recitals, to the intimacy of our
contemporary late-night concerts, the Cheltenham Music Festival is a
huge summer celebration that brings together a vast mix of artists and
audiences, young and old,
familiar and unfamiliar. Aiming to stimulate and illuminate the people
of
Cheltenham and beyond, we welcomed Martyn Brabbins as our new Artistic
Director
in July 2005 for a richly satisfying diet of music. With events ranging
from
free family workshops to innovative young artists’ projects to concerts
from
well-loved performers such as Dame Felicity Lott, The Lindsays, Alfred
Brendel
and Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, it was an exciting, exhausting musical
adventure.
Furthermore, the Festival’s promotion of contemporary composers,
including
Jonathan Harvey and Markus Stockhausen, reinforced Cheltenham’s
position
at the vanguard of all that is fascinating in live music today. We look
forward
to seeing you in July!
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The Cheltenham Music
Festival
Cheltenham Town Hall
Imperial Square
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
GL50 1QA
CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL OF MUSIC
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tel:
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Cheltenham Festival of
Science
7-11 June 2006
We
doubt Galileo took part in a mad hatters tea party whilst debating the
effects of gravity and Einstein was probably not prone to debating his
theory of
relativity in a tent, but things have changed. Since the Cheltenham
Science
Festival began in 2002 over 100,000 people have taken part in our
annual
celebration of things that are challenging, intriguing and exciting.
Each
year we have explored the pleasures, mysteries, questions and
discoveries
of science through debates, talks, workshops, our free interactive
science
space - the Discover Zone and a mix of live art installations,
experiments
and cinema. an you talk to your dog?
Is time travel possible? Was the Apollo landing a
hoax? Indulge your curiosity and let us take you on a journey
through parallel universes, what makes us human and why we believe in
luck with
some of the leading scientists, authors, chefs, journalists and
explorers
of today. We look forward to seeing you in June!
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The Cheltenham Science
Festival
Cheltenham Town Hall
Imperial Square
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL50 1QA
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01242 227979
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Cheltenham Jazz Festival
in association with BBC Radio 2
27 April-1 May 2006
Cheltenham
Jazz Festival has an extraordinary reputation for its creative and
exciting programme. It is your chance to witness the biggest names on
the international jazz scene alongside the best of British talent.
We hope you will join us! Highlights of the 2006 programme include the
Grammy award-winning singer, Dianne Reeves, Miles Davis collaborator,
Lee
Konitz, the World Saxophone Quartet’s Jimi Hendrix Experience, and
British
jazz diva Claire Martin, alongside the Laurence Cottle Big Band.
We are delighted to have the UK’s most popular radio station, BBC
Radio 2, as our new partners. Together we will be presenting two
exclusive concerts. The first features the BBC Big Band with pianist
Abdullah Ibrahim. The second is a live broadcast of Friday Night Is
Music Night, with the
BBC Concert Orchestra, and guests Clare Teal and Ian Shaw. However,
this
Festival is not just about the big names! If you want to find out
what’s
fresh in the jazz world, check out www.jerwoodrisingstars.org.uk
for loads of information on our unique series of up-and-coming British
jazz artists.
Hear samples of their music and then check them out at the Festival.
There are also plenty of chances to dance the night away, from the
trailblazing club/jazz beats of the Herbaliser and DJ Format to the old
school funk grooves of the JTQ Funk Orchestra and The Staxs, with
special guest, Sam Brown.
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Playing in 2006
Lee Konitz
Clare Martin
Dianne Reeves
Abdullah Ibrahim
BBC Concert Orchestra featuring Clare Teal and Ian Shaw
World Saxophone Quartet
Vijay Iyer Quartet
Eri Yamamoto
David Binney Quartet
Townhouse Orchestra with Evan Parker
Soweto Kinch
Herbaliser
DJ Format
DJ Norman Jay with Leftfoot and Sugar Beats
Puppini Sisters
Cleveland Watkiss
Tunde Jegede
Jerwood Rising Stars presents...
Abram
Wilson
Julia Biel
Sugar Beats
Gwilym Simcock
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We
can accept Visa, Mastercard and Maestro payment. The best tickets
available are always allocated. A £1.50 booking fee per
transaction will be
charged by tickets.com.Concessions: Unfortunately
we are not able to offer concessions online, please contact us in
person (see below).Other
ways to buy tickets:Telephone
the box office on 01242 227979
boxoffice@cheltenham.gov.uk
By Post, please send your request to: The booking office, Town Hall,
Imperial Square, Cheltenham, GL50 1QA. Please include your name,
address and contact number and supply an s.a.e. or £1 postage for
tickets to be sent,
otherwise tickets will be held at the venue for you to collect.Call
in person (see our opening hours below). Box
office opening hours: Monday to Saturday 9.30am-5.30pm or on
days of a performance closing 15 minutes after the start. (The Box
office opens 30 minutes before the start of Performances on Public
Holidays and Sundays.)Tickets
may be reserved, but must be paid for within 3 working days, or no
later
than 30 minutes before the start of the performance, whichever is
sooner.
Please note there may be an additional booking or event fee. Make any
cheques
payable to Cheltenham Borough Council. Tickets cannot be exchanged, nor
refunded, except in the case of a cancelled event.
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Booking line on 01242 227979
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Cheltenham Montpelier
District
For
the culturally and gastronomically challenged perhaps a spot of
shopping
may fit the bill. Very much a regional shopping centre Cheltenham has
all
the ‘Big Names’ stores but also has an enormous range of small
specialist
shops and boutiques. Elegant Montpelier has the largest selection of
boutiques
and gift shops and the Suffolk Road, Suffolk Parade area the best
antique
shops. Montpelier has both the ambience, smart shops, chic restaurants
and
beautiful people. Don't miss it.
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Cheltenham Morgan Touring
Imagine
yourself at the wheel of a Morgan 4/4 driving through the country lanes
and villages of the Cotswolds. The hood down, the wind in your hair and
the thrill of driving a classic, hand-built, English sports car. The
Morgan Motor Company and VisitCheltenham have come together to make
your
dream come true. We can now offer exclusive
three-night
weekend breaks in top hotels and apartments, which include the hire of
your
very own Morgan 4/4 sports car. Prices start at just £900 for two.
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CHELTENHAM
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Cheltenham Playhouse
Theatre
For
60 years, the people of Cheltenham
have enjoyed the notable facility of their own Theatre. A Theatre in
which talented amateurs from all walks of life can work together with a
single
purpose; the presentation of non-professional drama of exceptionally
high
standards to the theatre-going public.The
Playhouse is owned by the Cheltenham Borough Council but the management
of the building and its activities are undertaken entirely voluntarily.
The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham, which leases the building from the
Council,
has currently around 300 members who are represented by an elected
committee
which administers the facilities of the building. The
PTC's income is generated almost entirely by the Theatre Box Office and
its two bars. It receives no grants or public money and continues to
thrive
due to its policy of good housekeeping. Over the years, the PTC has
made
significant improvements to the Theatre to the benefit of its audiences
and performers. The club employs box office and cleaning staff who
ensure
the smooth running of the theatre during normal office hours, when the
majority
of club members are at their jobs! It
is in the evenings that the theatre comes alive; performances to the
general public change every other week, groups utilise rehearsal rooms
to work on their current productions, members meet to plan and design
future shows,
backstage crews construct and paint scenery and those members not
actually
involved in a show may meet for a social drink in the members' club
bar. The
Cheltenham Playhouse Theatre is an important amenity to the people of
Cheltenham. It gives pleasure to thousands of people who regularly
demonstrate their
support by continuing to enjoy the performances staged here. Tthis is
Cheltenham's own Theatre, managed, supported and maintained by the
people of Cheltenham, for the people of Cheltenham.
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The Playhouse Theatre
Cheltenham,
Bath Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 7HG.
e-mail boxoffice.playhouse@virgin.net
PLAYHOUSE
THEATRE CLICK |
Tel:
01242 522852
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Cheltenham Racecourse
The
leading National Hunt Racecourse which hosts the Cheltenham Festival in
March. There are many other meetings throughout the year. Right in the
heart
of the grandstand complex is the finest display of steeplechasing
history,
video recordings of the great races and a chance to look behind the
scenes
of our sport and learn about the horses and people who have created
this
sport. Experience the thrill of riding at speed on a mechanical horse
and
receive expert tuition from the British Racing School that could
encourage
a greater understanding of the technique of jockeyship. New features
include
Best Mate and famous Irish families.
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Cheltenham Racecourse
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. GL50 4SH
Cheltenham Racecourse is just a few minutes North from the centre of
Cheltenham - a short distance from the M5. If travelling by car follow
the AA signs
to the car parks. The nearest train station is Cheltenham Spa - for
information call 08457 484950 - and on race days bus links from the
Station to the Racecourse are available.
CHELTENHAM
RACECOURSE
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Tel:
01242 513 014
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Cheltenham Regent Arcade
Welcome to Regent
Arcade.
With 70 shops and stylish brands to tempt you, 5 restaurants to refresh
you
and 500 parking spaces to relax you. It's
your
place to experience Cheltenham -2
floors of stylish shopping brands at the heart of Cheltenham -Six cafes
to refresh you. Stop for coffee, grab a pretzel or relax over lunch
-Regent
Arcade restrooms are available on the first floor near the lifts -Photo
Me booth and ATM Machine are located on the Ground Floor
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Regent Arcade Shopping Centre,
High Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1JZ
Monday to Saturday 9am-5.30pm
Sunday 11am-5pm
REGENT ARCADE
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tel:
01242
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Chipping Camden
Get your camera
ready to snap this most filmed village in the Cotswolds. A backdrop for
many films including Miss Marple. Only a short distance from Stratford
Upon AvonThe 17th century Market Hall
in Chipping Campden was donated by Viscount Campden in 1627. The oldest
house in Chipping Campden is believed to be Grevel House built by
William Grevel c1380. Found in the High Street, Grevel House is
the oldest in a fine row of buildings, and is distinguished by a
double-storey bay window. The "Cotswold Olympicks" was founded in 1612
by Robert Dover, long before the modern Olympic Games had been
established. The Cotswold
version still takes place on the first Friday after the Spring Bank
Holiday.
The Games are held in a spectacular natural hollow on Dover's Hill
above
the town, from the top of which views over the Vale of
Evesham
can be seen on a fine day. Chipping
Campden
is simply a perfect Cotswold town. The town's Church of St James, one
of
the finest in the Cotswolds, was built in the 15th century, financed by
merchants
who bought wool from Cotswold farmers and exported it at high profit.
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The Old Police Station ,
High Street ,Chipping Campden ,Gloucestershire GL55 6HB
Email:
information@
visitchippingcampden.com
CHIPPING CAMDEN
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Tel:
01386 841206
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Cinderford
The town at the heart
of the Forest of Dean. Cinderford grew up at the point where the
Littledean
to Coleford Road crossed Bideford Brook (known also as Cinderford or
Soudley Brook). The name Cinderford - spelled 'Synderford' - dates back
to 1258.It is believed that iron ore has been mined and smelted in the
area since the time of the Normans. The river ford which gave the town
its name, was replaced by a bridge in 1674, when post Civil War
improvements were made to the town.This
former mining town and industrial capital of the Forest is quietly
undergoing a revival, attracting new businesses into the area. The
centre of the town, called The Triangle, has two fine sculptures - the
town's war memorial plus a statue of local freeminer, Dave Harvey.
Cinderford offers a good range of shops, one of the best Indian
restaurants in the
area, plus a range of top quality films which are shown in its
wonderfully
restored Edwardian theatre, the Palace Cinema. Cinderford Artspace is a
relatively new venue which showcases work by local and national
craftspeople
and artists.
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Rheola House, Bellevue Centre, 4 Belle Vue Road, Cinderford,
Gloucestershire, GL14 2AE
Mon - Tue 09:00 to 12:45 13:30 to 16:45 |
Wed 09:00 to 12:45 | Thu 09:00 to 12:45 13:30 to 16:45 | Fri 09:00 to
12:45
13:30 to 16:15
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Tel:
01594 823184
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Cirencester
Cirencester, known as the "Capital Of The Cotswolds", is an
historic Roman town in the heart of the Cotswolds with attractions from
a Roman Ampitheatre to the nearby Chedworth Roman Villa. The Corinium
Museum in an important
source of information on the local history.The Greek writer Ptolemy mentions Korinion in his Geography,
written about AD 150, and it is agreed that the Romans based the name
Corinium on a Celtic word Corn or Corin. This may derive from the name
of the British tribe, the Cornovii, and in any case it is connected
with the name of the River Churn.Cirencester is an
historic wool town that had
great importance in Roman times. It's impressive church dominates the
Market
Place and can be viewed for miles around.Cirencester has great road
links
to the surrounding area which makes it the ideal base for touring the
Cotswolds.In the town you will find the famous Corinium Museum which
has recently be
re-opened after a major refurbishment and improvement programme. And
the
Cirencester outdoor swimming pool is one of the oldest open air
swimming
pools in Britain.
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Corn Hall , Market Place,
Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 2NW
Email: cirencestervic@cotswold.gov.uk
Map
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Tel:
01285 654180 Fax: 01285 641182
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Cirencester Lock Up
A
two-celled lock-up built in 1804 and moved to its present site in
1837. Display panels tell the story of lock-ups in general and
the history of this building & the Cirencester workhouse. Key from
Corinium Museum or District Council offices.
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Cotswold District Council
Offices, Trinity Road, Cirencester
Open all year, daily.
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Tel.
01285 655611
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Clearwell Caves Ancient
Iron Mines
Mining in the Forest
of Dean is believed to have begun over 7,000 years ago during the
Mesolithic period (Middle Stone Age) as people migrated back into the
area after the last ice age (10,000 yrs ago). People were collecting
ochre pigments, particularly red ochre which had important cultural
decorative and ritual uses. Some
very early stone tools are on show in the museum section.By the 1st
century
AD, there was a thriving iron industry in the Forest of Dean and many
smelting sites using the high quality ore from these mines. Large scale
iron ore
mining expanded until the 1890s and the last iron mines continued until
1945, in its last year this mine produced over 3,000 tons of ore. Today
it still continues small scale production of iron minerals (mainly for
artists'
paint pigment).
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Coleford , Royal Forest of Dean
Gloucestershire GL16 8JR
12th February to
31st October 10.00am - 5.00pm. 26th November to 24thDecember Christmas
Fantasy
CLEARWELL CAVES
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Tel:
01594 832 535
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Coleford
Coleford is a thriving
community located within easy reach of a wide range of interesting
places to visit
throughout the Royal Forest of Dean, Wye Valley and Vale of Leadon.
Coleford
has a rich history, first recorded as Colevorde in 1275 when it was in
part
of the Royal hunting forest. It was here in Coleford during the 1800's
that
Robert Mushet perfected the Bessemer Process of steel making and later
developed
his own self-hardening steel, which transformed tool making in the
industrial
age. Coleford has a number of historical buildings which are well
worth
a visit and can be enjoyed along one of the many Coleford Town walks,
each
of which follow their own special theme. There is also a whole range of
events
that take place in Coleford throughout the year, including the Carnival
of
Transport in April, the well established Coleford Music Festival in May
and
dancing through the Dean in July, plus visitors have the opportunity to
sample
the locally produced food and drink at the Coleford Farmers Market
which
takes place in the town square every Friday.
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High Street, Coleford,
Gloucestershire GL16 8HG
Email: tourism@fdean.gov.uk
Map
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Tel:
01594 812388 Fax: 01594 832889
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Corinium
Museum, Cirencester
The Corinium
Museum, Cirencester, re-opened its doors on Wednesday,
September 15 2004 – after a £5m transformation which has made it
the must-see visitor attraction of the Cotswolds.The Corinium Museum had been closed for two years
to undergo a stunning makeover, doubling its size and allowing many
fascinating
treasures to go on show for the first time.The project was funded by owners Cotswold District Council
(£1.775m);
the Heritage Lottery Fund (£2.725m) and donations through the
Cotswold
Museums Charitable Trust.Visitors
can
trace the story of the Cotswolds from Prehistory to the late 19th
Century,
with hands-on exhibits, interactive displays and a wealth of precious
artefacts. There are animated and practical games, and audio-visual
screens to bring the past to life for everyone from schoolchildren to
grandparents.Special emphasis is
placed on the town’s Roman heritage, reflecting Cirencester’s
importance as the second biggest Roman town, Corinium, outside London.
The Roman collection is now spread over two floors and includes
marvellous mosaics, tombstones and sculpture as well as room and shop
reconstructions and objects from everyday Roman life. A dramatic new Anglo-Saxon gallery has been created to house
the finds – including rare gold pendants - from the cemetery uncovered
at Butler’s Field, Lechlade, in 1985. Here, visitors will come face to
face with their ancestors in the shape of a forensically-reconstructed
Anglo-Saxon man and child who were among the 219 bodies.The centrepiece of this new gallery is the reconstruction of
the grave of ‘Mrs Getty’, the 6th Century Anglo-Saxon princess so
nicknamed
because of the 500 treasures buried with her.The
revamped
medieval gallery focuses on the impact that the wool trade had on the
town
of Cirencester and its Abbey – the second largest Augustinian
foundation
in the country. Although almost completely destroyed during the
dissolution
of the monasteries, it has left a wealth of sculpture and architectural
carvings.
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The Corinium Museum is
to
be found in Park Street, Cirencester.
Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm, Sunday 2pm and 5pm
We are also open 10 to 5 on Bank Holidays
CORINIUM
MUSEUM CLICK
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tel:
01285 655611
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Cotswold Falconry Centre
Cotswold Falconry invites you to a spectacular demonstration
with a large variety of birds of prey flying free. This gives a
remarkable insight into the ancient art of falconry. It's an
unforgettable experience to see falcons stoop and hawks, eagles and
owls flying majestically around you.
The display demonstrates this deeply historical practice and keeps
alive
this wonderful tradition. There are many breeding aviaries to see
including
the Owls in the Parliament Building. Visitors are encouraged to think
positively about these birds and their conservation.
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Batsford
Park , Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire GL56 9QB
Mid February to
Mid November daily from 10.30am.
Flying Displays (of approx 1 hr duration) at 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.00pm,
4.30pm.
COTSWOLD
FALCONRY CENTRE CLICK
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Tel:
01386 701 043
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Cotswold Farm
Park
The Home of Rare
Breed Conservation offers the chance to meet over 50 flocks and herds
of British rare-breed farm animals.Interactive, educational and fun,
the whole family will find themselves easily entertained whatever the
weather. New
for 2006: "Quest for the Cotswold Lion" Maze.
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Guiting
Power , Nr Stow on the Wold
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 5UG
Open Daily 25th March to 10th September, then
weekends
to the end of October and Autumn Half Term (21st to 31st October
inclusive,
10.30am - 5.00pm.
COTSWOLD
FARM
PARK CLICK
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Tel:
01451 850 307
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Cotswold Motoring
Museum
& Toy Collection
The
Cotswold Motoring Museum is owned and run by csma (Civil Service Motoring
Association).
csma is a not-for-profit motoring
and leisure organisation which was founded in 1923 and now has more
than 380,000 members. The Museum was acquired in 1999 when the original
owner retired. The Museum reflects the motoring history of the csma and caring for the Museum is
something for which we are extremely proud. Since
1999 csma have invested
heavily in the Museum. Much of the initial investment has been made to
repair and improve the listed buildings, raising health and safety
standards, improving facilities for visitors with disabilities in
accordance with the Disability Discrimination Act and providing
opportunities to make the Museum commercially sustainable. Working with
museum support agencies we have raised standards of visitor care and
introduced policies to improve collections care, access, interpretation
and education. In 2005/6 we are building a new gallery which will allow
us to expand our collection to cover motoring in the 1960s and
70s.
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The Old Mill, Bourton on the
Water,
The Old Mill, Cheltenham,
Gloucestershire,
GL54 2BY
The museum will be closed from December the 5th 2005
until February the 11th February 2006 for the winter.
COTSWOLD
MOTORING MUSEUM CLICK
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tel:
01451 821255
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Cotswold Perfumery
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Victoria St, Bourton-on-the-Water
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01451
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Dean Forest Railway
Preserved steam railway running between Lydney Junction
and Parkend. Besides the regular time-table we also have special
events, a luxury dining train and our "hands on" branch line experience
courses. Museum,
gift shop and cafe.
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Forest Road,
Lydney, Gloucestershire
The gift shop and musuem are open from 10.00
- 16.00 daily (weekends only January to March). For full details of
running days and timetables see our website
DEAN FOREST
RAILWAY CLICK
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Tel:
01594 843423
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Dean Heritage Centre
The Dean Heritage Centre is run by the Dean Heritage Museum
Trust, a registered charity formed in 1979 out of public concern that
the heritage of the Forest of Dean was fast disappearing. Camp Mill (at
the time a scrap yard) was acquired, and with the help of the Community
Programme, local
government and businesses the Museum opened in 1983. The present building was constructed in 1876 to house a corn
mill, powered by two water wheels in tandem. In 1888 Camp Mill was
converted into a leather board mill, making shoe insoles and
stiffeners. From 1911 to 1952 it was used as a sawmill and the water
wheels were replaced by a Francis
type turbine.
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Camp
Mill , Cinderford
Gloucestershire, GL14 2UB
British Summertime:
10.00am - 5.30pm.
British Wintertime: 10.00am - 4.00pm
DEAN HERITAGE
CENTRE CLICK
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Tel:
01594 822 170
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Dream Wheels
Tour the Cotswolds (including the famous Romantic Road) in
traditional style with a classic car hired from Dream Wheels.
Experience driving on
open country roads in a self-drive E-Type Jaguar, Ferrari, Lotus or
other
exciting classics.
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Unit 10
Spring Mill Industrial Estate, Avening Road
Nailsworth
Gloucestershire, GL6 0BS
DREAM WHEELS CLICK
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Tel:
01435 835260
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Dursley
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Jacob's
House
Castle Street
Dursley
Glos GL11 4BS
Tourism Information Point
Dursley Pool Tel: 01453 546441
DURSLEY
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Edward Jenner Museum
New for 2006 season only:To celebrate the 21st and 50th
anniversaries of public opening, The Edward Jenner Museum and Berkeley
Castle respectively, are joining forces to offer an exclusive
ticket:Joint ticket available between The Edward Jenner Museum and
Berkeley Castle - offering a unique deal and great value for money.
Please contact either attraction for further details.Edward Jenner was
born in Berkeley in 1749. Orphaned before he was 5 years old,
his brothers and sisters set him on a career of medicine. He completed
his
training with the great surgeon John Hunter in London. At the age of 23
he
returned to Berkeley as the local doctor, leaving only to maintain
smaller
practices in London and Cheltenham. "The Chantry" became his home for
38
years. From the early years of his career he was intrigued by
country-lore
which said that milkmaids who caught the mild cowpox could not catch
smallpox,
one of the most feared diseases of all time. (It killed up to 20% of
the
population). Today smallpox has gone thanks to Jenner.
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Church
Lane , Berkeley
Gloucestershire GL13 9BN
1st April (or
Good Friday if earlier) until end of September, Tuesday - Saturday.
12.30pm
- 5.30pm Sundays 1.00pm - 5.30pm.
Closed Mondays except bank holidays. October Sundays only.
EDWARD JENNER
MUSEUM CLICK |
Tel:
01453 810 631
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Elton
Farm Mazes & Mountainboard Centre
Three
mazes with an exciting fishy underwater theme. Find Nemo, Jaw, The
Yellow Submarine and many more hiding in the mazes while completing a
fishy trivia quiz. Picnic area, childrens play and activity area, food
and refreshments. Suitable for all ages and for push-chairs.
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Elton Farm, Elton, Newnham, Gloucestershire, GL14 1JU
Farm ground comprising of mazes with theme
covering 8 acres and mountainboard centre.
From
A48 Chepstow to Gloucester road take A4151 at Elton. Maize is on Elton
Farm on left hand side
ELTON FARM CLICK |
Tel
01452 760795
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Fairford
Fairford is a
Gloucestershire town, probably most famous for being the home of RAF
Fairford, where the
annual Royal International Air Tattoo is staged. Situated between
Cirencester
and Lechlade, you can find Fairford on the A417.Fairford
is an historic Cotswold Market Town which was first granted a Charter
in
1135 and has a population of around 3500. Places of interest in
Fairford
include the beautiful St Mary’s Church, noted for its world famous
stained
glass windows, probably one of the most spectacular displays of stained
glass
windows in the Cotswolds.The
main street of Fairford is lined with 17th and 18th century stone
houses, and along with the many inns, are a reminder of Fairford's
importance as
a coaching town.
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FAIRFORD CLICK
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Female Footsteps
Short break guided walks in the Forest of Dean for
groups
of up to 10 women, combined with food and accommodation at local hotels.
Route: 3 routes available. Wye Valley, Speech House &
Clearwell Duration: Various
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Hillcrest, New Road, Bream, Lydney,
Gloucestershire, GL15 6HH
FEMALE
FOOTSTEPS
CLICK |
Tel:
01594
564548
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www.forest-bigartweb.net
A stunning on-line gallery to find the best creative
people in the Forest of Dean. Buy direct, visit, or log on to view
paintings, prints, photography, pottery, carvings, sculptures, metal
design, furniture, jewellery and more. Visit artists all year in the
magical Forest of Dean. Phone 01594 517297 for a copy of the Forest Big
Art Guide.
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The Old Court House, High Street, Newnham,
Gloucestershire, GL14 1BB On-line
brochure of artists and craftspeople in the Forest.
FOREST BIG ART WEB CLICK
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Tel:
01594 517297
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Forest
Model Village
Model village showing the Forest of Dean in miniature,
with humour and fun, set on a one acre site in a shady woodland glade.
Childrens play area, tea gardens and plenty of car parking.
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Lydney
Park
Estate, Old Park, Lydney,
Gloucestershire, GL15 6BU
FOREST
MODEL
VILLAGE CLICK
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Tel:
01594 842244
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Forest Of Dean
Welcome
to the 'Queen of Forests' one of England's few remaining ancient
forests
covering over 110 square kilometres of woodland. The
Forest of Dean lies in the western part of Gloucestershire, between the
rivers Wye and Severn and on the borders of Wales and Herefordshire. It
is one of the most distinctive areas of Britain, having a seductive
charm
and character that is uniquely its own. Its range of stunning
landscapes
and spectacular scenery has inspired artists, craftspeople, inventors,
poets
and playwrights, as well as the many visitors who return to the area
year
after year The
Forest of Dean has a wealth of places to visit throughout the district.
There is something to suit all tastes and ages, whatever the weather.
So
don't miss the opportunity to discover more about this fascinating
landscape
and culture, with a visit to some of the many attractions in the area.
With
27,000 acres of ancient woodland, hundreds of kilometres of off-road
cycling, walking trails and riding paths, plus one of the country's
most unspoilt
rivers, all set within spectacular scenery, the Royal Forest of Dean is
the
perfect adventure playground, whatever the weather. The
Royal Forest of Dean is a truly inspirational place where creativity
flourishes. The magical environment of the Forest has nurtured poets,
potters and painters, and has been the inspiration for many writers of
international renown such as JK Rowling, JRR Tolkien and Dennis
Potter.
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Forest
of Dean Stain Glass Studio
Working
crafts people, specialising in traditional and contemporary decorative
glass - including stained glass, glass etching and kiln formed glass.
Workshops, glass supplies and studio shops.
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Alder House, Aylburton Industrial Estate, Stockwell
Estate, Stockwell Lane, Aylburton, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6ST
FOREST OF DEAN
STAIN GLASS STUDIO CLICK |
Tel:
0845 658 0230
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Forest
of Dean Tour Guides
Green Badge
Guides who have a wealth of knowledge about the area are available for
walking
tours or coach tripsProviding
guided coach and walking tours of the Forest of Dean and Lower Wye
Valley.
Also provide talks/slide shows of the area.
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Rosemont, Campbell Road, Broadwell,
Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 7BS
FOREST
OF DEAN TOUR GUIDES CLICK |
Tel:
01594
810997
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GCHQ Cheltenham
Government
Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) is an intelligence and security
organisation. A Civil Service Department, we report to the Foreign
Secretary and work
closely with the UK's other intelligence agencies (commonly known as MI5MI6). Our primary
customers are the Ministry of Defence, the Foreign and Commonwealth
Office and law
enforcement authorities, but we also serve a wide range of other
Government
Departments. and GCHQ
has two missions: signals intelligence (Sigint) and Information
Assurance. Our
Sigint work protects the vital interests of the nation: we provide
information to support Government decision making in the fields of
national security, military operations and law enforcement. The
intelligence we provide is
at the heart of the struggle against terrorism and also contributes to
the
prevention of serious crime. Information
Assurance helps keep Government communication and information systems
safe from hackers and other threats. We also help those responsible for
the UK's critical national infrastructure (power, water, communications
etc.) keep their networks safe from interference and disruption.
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GCHQ, Hubble Road, Cheltenham,
Glos, GL51 0EX.
email:
webteam@gchq.gsi.gov.uk
GCHQ CLICK |
tel:
01242 221491 ext 33847
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Gloucester
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28 Southgate Street,
Gloucester,
Gloucestershire GL1 2PD
Email:
tourism@gloucester.gov.uk
Web:
http://www.gloucester.gov.uk/tourism
Map
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Tel:
01452 396572 Fax: 01452 504273
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Gloucester Cathedral
Daily worship and rich musical tradition continue in this
abbey church founded 1300 years ago. It has a Norman nave with massive
cylindrical pillars, a magnificent east window with medieval glass,
glorious fan-vaulted cloisters and a Harry Potter Location.
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Gloucester
Gloucestershire, GL1 2LR
GLOUCESTER
CATHEDRAL
CLICK
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Tel:
01452 508211
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Gloucester City Museum &
Art Gallery
The
City Museum and Art Gallery has been collecting archaeological finds,
fine and decorative arts and natural history specimens representing
Gloucester's rich heritage since 1860. The fascinating displays housed
in a fine Victorian building in the heart of the City contain many
items of national and international importance. The 200,000 objects in
our care include: dinosaur remains, archaeology, pre-historic riches,
Roman and Medieval treasures, coins, furniture and
clocks, ceramics and silverware, paintings and drawings. Recent
improvements
include new hands-on exhibits and computer interactives, new visitor
facilities
and redesigned displays. We have an expanding programme of temporary
exhibitions and activities.
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Brunswick Road
Gloucester
Gloucestershire
GL1 1HP
GLOUCESTER CITY
MUSEUM CLICK
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Tel:
01452 396 131
Fax: 01452 410 898
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Gloucester Folk Museum
Three
floors of splendid Tudor and Jacobean timber-framed buildings dating
from the 16th and 17th centuries along with new buildings housing the
Dairy,
Ironmonger's shop and Wheelwright and Carpenter workshops.Close to the
shops,
car parks, city bus routes and railway station, it is only a short walk
from Gloucester's fine Norman cathedral, historic docks and other
historic
sites. Displays include local history, such as the Siege of Gkoucester,
Port
of Gloucester, Severn Fishing, farming, folk lore and domestic life,
crafts
and industries, pin making, hornworking and shoe making, toys, games
and
passtimes, glass and ceramics, treen, balances, weights and measures.
Gloucester
Folk Museum also offers: exhibitions and events, regular demonstrations
and
talks, gift shop, educational sessions and loans, identification and
enquiry
service, cottage garden.
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99-103 Westgate Street,
Gloucester
Gloucestershire GL1 2PG
GLOUCESTER FOLK
MUSEUM CLICK
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Tel:
01452 396 868/869
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Gloucester Leisure
Cruises
Gloucester Leisure Cruises run 45 minute boat trips from
Merchants Quay, Gloucester Docks, travelling down the Gloucester
Sharpness Canal.
Queen Boadicea ll is a Dunkirk 'little ship' built in 1936 as a river
Thames
passenger boat. Tickets are issued on board where you can listen to a
commentary
about the interesting buildings and scenery that line the route. On
board
Queen Boadicea ll you will be able to purchase tea, coffee and snacks
during
the trip. Toilet facilities available.
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National
Waterways Museum
Llanthony Warehouse, Gloucester Dock, Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL1
2EH
10.00am - 5.00pm Daily
GLOUCESTER
LEISURE CRUISES CLICK |
Tel:
01452 318 200
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Gloucester Rugby
Football
Club
It
is fascinating to delve back into the early years of Gloucester Rugby
Club and see how humble beginnings of the 19th century led to what we
know today, as the Kingsholm Club being widely regarded as one of the
premier clubs,
not only in England and Great Britain but also in European rugby.The
Club
was started in 1873, a recent year in ordinary reckoning but a very
long
time ago in the history of football. Mr Francis Hartley, an ex-captain
of
the Flamingoes, one of the best London teams of that day, was mainly
instrumental in starting the game, and he got up a scratch team to play
against the College school which 25 years ago was in a flourishing
condition. Curiously enough that match was played on the present
Kingsholm ground, though it was then a playing field for the college
boys. The match was considered such a success that games were arranged
with Hereford and Worcester but Mr Hartley and
his colleagues were ignominiously defeated.
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Gloucester RFC, Kingsholm
Stadium,
Kingsholm Road, Gloucester, GL1 3AX
GLOUCESTER
RUGBY
CLUB CLICK |
tel:
0871 871 8781
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Gloucestershire County
Cricket Club
Gloucestershire
County Cricket Club is the most successful one-day side of the last 10
years, our achievement in winning seven trophies in just five years is
second to none.This has transformed Gloucestershire, who are now
recognised by the
public, media and business community as a successful and ambitious
organisation.
With screenings of One Day Internationals and domestic matches,
sponsors
and advertisers receive maximum exposure on both Sky TV and Channel 4,
as
well as fantastic regional and national coverage in the media.By
promoting
successful partnerships with corporate clients we are able to create
success
for both parties. Gloucestershire County Cricket Club can provide a
package
of promotional opportunities designed to develop brand awareness and
create
sales for associated products where required.A partnership is one of
the
most successful ways of benefiting from an association with
Gloucestershire
County Cricket Club. We can package different corporate opportunities
to
help you achieve your own company's objectives.
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Gloucestershire County
Cricket Club currently play at three different venues, Bristol,
Cheltenham and Gloucester. The majority of matches are played at the
Club's headquarters in Bristol, but for a week in June the Club play a
festival in Gloucester and for 2
weeks in July and August the Club play the most successful festival in
the
world in Cheltenham. Listed are all three venues.
BRISTOL
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
COUNTY CRICKET CLUB
THE COUNTY GROUND , NEVIL RD
BRISTOL BS7 9EJ
Cheltenham College
The C&G Cheltenham Cricket Festival is well
over 100 years old and is played at the College Ground in Cheltenham.
Situated in the heart of the Cotswold town, with probably the most
picturesque and recognisable backdrop to a ground, the College has seen
some of the most
exciting cricket played in Gloucestershire.
Gloucester
Festival
The Gloucester Festival is played in the heart of Gloucester City
Centre, at the King's School playing field, Archdeacon Meadow. The
matches at King's School often produce high scoring and fascinating
games
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
CCC CLICK |
tel:
0117 9108000
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Gloucestershire
Warwickshire Railway
The railway operates a round trip of over 20 miles to just
beyond Gotherington. Departing from the restored station at Toddington
you travel past the village of Didbrook and the site of Hayles Abbey
Halt, once busy with fruit growers and visitors to the Abbey. Good
views of the Cotswold
Hills can be seen from both sides of the train.On arrival at Winchcombe Station you will observe the
original
Monmouth Troy station building, rebuilt on this site by our volunteers.
After
a brief stop at Winchcombe, the train continues its journey through a
cutting
into Greet Tunnel which at 693 yards, is one of the longest on a
preserved
railway. Upon leaving the tunnel, you pass through the village of
Gretton,
hamlets of Stanley Pontlarge and Far Stanley, with views over the Vale
of
Evesham to the Malvern Hills.After the long run through Dixton cutting, the train passes
Gotherington Station (privately owned and with no public access) to the
limit of the
line. A short platform and waiting shelter have been constructed
opposite
Gotherington Station. There is no parking at Gotherington. Access is by
foot via Granna Lane only. The GWR has recently relaid a further 3
miles
of track to Cheltenham Race Course, which is now open to the public.
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The
Railway Station , Toddington
Gloucestershire GL54 5DT
Trains
operate from the first weekend in March, with services on most weekends
and Bank Holidays through until the popular Santa Specials and
Christmas
running in December. During July and August, trains run on many week
days
too. Please telephone or visit the website for more details.
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
WARWICKSHIRE
RAILWAY CLICK
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tel:
01242 621 405
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Great Western Railway
Museum (Coleford)
The Great Western Railway Museum is housed in one of the
last
remaining permanent railway buildings in the Forest of Dean, on the
original
site of Coleford Railway Yard. It is the original GWR Goods Station of
1883.
The Museum features a 7 1/4" gauge Miniature Passenger Electric Loco.
Miniature Steam Loco rides some Bank Holidays.
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The
Old Railway Station , Railway Drive
Coleford, Gloucestershire GL16 8RH
Trains operate from the first weekend in March,
with services on most weekends and Bank Holidays through until the
popular Santa Specials and Christmas running in December. During July
and August, trains run on many week days too. Please telephone or visit
the website for more details.
Museum: Saturdays 2.30pm - 5.00pm.
GWR MUSEUM
CLICK |
tel:
01594 833 569
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Hailes Abbey
Hailes Abbey is to be found nestling in the beautiful
Cotswold
countryside. Built in the 13th century by Richard, Earl of Cornwall,
Hailes
became famous when presented with a phial that was said to contain the
blood
of Christ.The 'Holy blood of Hailes' attracted pilgrims from far and
wide
to the magnificent Cistercian Abbey until the 16th century. Today an
excellent
audio tour brings the story of Hailes to life. The museum displays
sculpture
and other finds from the Abbey.
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Nr
Winchcombe , Cheltenham
Gloucestershire GL54 5PB
24 Mar to 30 June daily
10am-5pm.
1 Jul to 31 Aug daily 10am-6pm.
1 to 30 Sep daily 10am-5pm.
1-31 Oct daily 10am-4pm.
1 Nov to 31 Mar Closed.
HAILES ABBEY CLICK
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Tel:
01242 602 398
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Harts Barn Craft Centre
Harts Barn Craft Centre lies in the Forest of Dean, in
its own picturesque setting. This old Norman hunting lodge is one of
the oldest properties in the Forest of Dean, built by William Duke of
Normandy to keep his hounds when he came to hunt in the Forest. he main house and surrounding buildings have been
sympathetically restored and incorporate the region's principal centre
for traditional crafts. A Tea Shop and Pets Barn Vetinary Centre can
also be found on site.
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Monmouth
Road, Longhope, Gloucestershire, GL17 0QD
Situated on A4136,
Huntley to Mitcheldean road in village of Longhope
HARTS
BARN
CRAFT CENTRE CLICK |
Tel:
01452
830954
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Hazelfield
Garden Centre
Hazelfield is a
family run Garden Centre, unique in many ways. We have a huge range of
quality
plants, many home grown and many sourced from specialist nurseries all
over
the world.With our idyllic situation
and
large lake, the centre has more the feel of a garden than a store. As
well
as our top quality plants we have an aquatic centre, specialist reptile
centre,
a pet shop, landscaping area, childrens play area and much more.
The shop itself focuses on garden related
products with a large houseplant section specialising in home-planted
baskets. The shop itself, set on many levels, is unique in its design,
spacious layout and life-style approach.
Hazelfield is probably the largest family run
garden centre in the three counties.
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Ledbury
Road, Newent,
Gloucestershire, GL18 1DL
HAZELFIELD GARDEN
CENTRE CLICK |
Tel:
01531
820941
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Hidcote Manor Garden
Celebrated
20th-century garden in the beautiful North Cotswolds One of England's
greatest gardens, an Arts & Crafts masterpiece Series of outdoor
rooms each with its own unique character Old roses, unusual
plants and trees from
around the world
Nestled in the Cotswolds with stunning panoramas across the Vale of
Evesham
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Hidcote Bartrim, nr Chipping
Campden, Gloucestershire GL55 6LR
Close to village of Mickleton, 4ml NE of Chipping Campden,
1ml E of B4632 (originally A46), off B4081. Coaches are not permitted
through Chipping Campden High Street
HIDECOTE
MANOR
GARDEN CLICK |
tel:
01386
438333
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Historic
Hartpury Buildings
Unique carved
stone Bee Shelter. Norman origin Church. Perry Pear information. Former
Dominican Chapel (partial access)
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Church Road,
Hartpury, Gloucester, GL19 3DE From Gloucester, follow
A417 towards Ledbury. Once in village of Hartpury follow brown
HISTORIC
HARTPURY CLICK |
Tel:
01531 822144
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Holst Birthplace Museum
Discover the
childhood home of Gustav Holst, famous composer of The Planets. See his
piano and
hear his music. Fascinating Victorian rooms include working kitchen,
servant's rooms, bedrooms and nursery. Victorian toys and clothes for
children. Specialist shop. Holst CD's. Room Guides in Japanese.
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4 Clarence Road,
Pittville
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire, GL52 2AY
Tuesday-Saturday, February-December.
HOLST BIRTHPLACE
MUSEUM CLICK
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Tel:01242 524846
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Hopewell Colliery Museum.
Coal mining museum.The Hopewell Colliery museum offers regular underground
tours guided by miners and ex-miners that allow visitors to walk
through the workings and see the conditions in which the miners worked
and the methods used to extract the coal.
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Cannop Hill, Coleford, Gloucestershire
Situated on the B4226
Cinderford to Coleford road 2 miles from Coleford town centre
HOPEWELL COLLIERY
MUSEUM CLICK |
Tel:
01594 810706
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John Moore Countryside Museum
A museum for those who care about the
countryside
and the creatures which live in it. A
Countryside Collection displayed to honour the prophetic writings on
nature conservation of the late John Moore,
a local writer and naturalist. The
museum is housed in an historic 15th century timber-framed building,
part of a row of restored medieval merchant’s cottages.
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41 Church Street, Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire GL20 5SN
1st April to 31st October
Tuesdays to Saturdays
10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
Open all Bank Holidays
JOHN
MOORE COUNTRYSIDE MUSEUM CLICK
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Tel:
01684 297174
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Kelmscott Manor
Kelmscott
Manor, a grade 1 listed Tudor farmhouse adjacent to the River Thames,
was the summer home of William Morris from 1871 until his death
in 1896. Morris loved the house as a work of true craftsmanship,
totally unspoilt
and unaltered, and in harmony with the village and the surrounding
countryside.
William Morris considered it so natural in its setting as to be almost
organic, it looked to him as if it had 'grown up out of the soil'; and
with
'quaint garrets amongst great timbers of the roof where of old times
the
tillers and herdsmen slept'.
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Kelmscott , Lechlade
Gloucestershire GL7 3HJ
April to September: Wednesdays
11.00am - 5.00pm. April, May, June and September: The third Saturday.
July
and August: The first and third Saturday Last admission 30
minutes
prior to closing.
KELMSCOTT MANOR
CLICK |
tel:
01367 252 486
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Kempley
The village of Kempley can be found in the North Forest
of Dean district, and is surrounded by unspoilt countryside. Kempley
has two churches, St. Mary's dates back to Norman times and because of
the great
historic value of the 12th century frescoes inside it is now managed by
English
Heritage, and the Courtauld Institute have recently taken on the task
of
preserving these relics. St. Edward's Church dates back to 1903 and was
designed
by Randall Wells during the Arts and Crafts movement. John Betjamin
described St. Edward's as "a miniature cathedral of the Arts and Crafts
Movement".Located between Kempley and
Dymock village, lies the delightful Dymock Wood, which is varied in its
array of wild flowers, especially in
the spring, when you can see the daffoldils and the bluebells.
"Daffodil
teas" are a traditional source of refreshment, held in the local
village
hall during the daffodil season.
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Kempley, Dymock, Gloucestershire, GL18 2BU
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Kiftsgate
Court Gardens
Kiftsgate Court Gardens is a series of interconnecting
gardens each with its distinct character and secrets. Let them share
their secrets with you. Our garden
is the creation of three generations of women gardeners. Started by my
grandmother Heather
Muir in the twenties, continued by my mother Diany Binny from 1950
and now looked after by myself (Anne Chambers) and my husband, plus a
little help from
our children.The gardens
are a plantsman's delight reflecting the pleasure the family has had
collecting species from all over the world. 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.
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Chipping Campden,
Gloucestershire, GL55 6LN
AprilSunday,
Monday and Wednesday 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. May, June and July Daily
except Thursday and Friday 12 noon - 6 p.m.
August and September
Sunday, Monday and Wednesday
2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
KIFTSGATE COURT
GARDENS CLICK
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Tel
& Fax
01386 438 777
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Lechlade on Thames
Lechlade
is a small market town on the southern borders of the Cotswolds where
the rivers Coln and Leach join the Thames, and Inglesham, just above
Lechlade, marks the head of its navigation. Lechlade is a town busy
with the comings and goings of pleasure boats. There are two fine
bridges, the 18th century Ha'penny Bridge with its little square toll
house overlooking the boatyard at the southern end the Lechlade, and St
John's Bridge, dating from as early as 1228, in meadows well to the
south-east.In summer many boats moor on
the river banks between the two bridges and there is a busy Riverside
Parking and Leisure Area just upstream from Ha'Penny Bridge, and
reached from the A361 to its south. Tourists can hire boats from the
Riverside Boatyard.
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Lodge Park
Situated
on the picturesque Sherborne Estate in the Cotswolds, Lodge Park was
created in 1634 by John 'Crump' Dutton, a popular but cunning rogue.
Inspired by
his passion for gambling and banqueting, it is a unique survival of a
Grandstand, Deer Course and Park. In the 19th century, the Grandstand's
interior was
altered beyond recognition, becoming a house. From 1960 it was home to
Charles
Dutton, 7th Lord Sherborne, and then to his eccentric housekeeper,
Betty
Hall, both of whom contribute to Lodge Park's fascinating social
history.
Since 1994, the Grandstand has been returned to its original format.
This
relied totally on archaeological evidence (imagine assembling a massive
3D
jigsaw without a picture for reference), and is the first interior that
National
Trust has recreated in this way. The Park, for which Charles Bridgeman
drew
a plan in 1725, is hugely significant as a unique survival in its own
right.
It also runs a busy events programme.
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Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 3PP
LODGE PARK
CLICK
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Tel:
01451 844 130
Fax:
01451 844 131
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Lower Slaughter
Just near
Bourton on the Water the Slaughters are very picturesque and well worth
a visit.The name of the
village of Lower Slaughter stems from the old English name for a wet
land or 'slough' upon which it lies. This quaint village sits beside
the little Eye stream and is known for it's unspoilt limestone cottages
in the traditional Cotswold style. The
stream running through the village is crossed by two small bridges and
the local attraction is a converted mill with original water wheel
selling craft type products.ATTRACTIONS
The old mill shop
and strolling along the river to the village of Upper Slaughter several
walking minutes away.
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Lydney
There has been a
settlement at Lydney ever since Roman times. It is thought that Lydney
Park was a significant Roman settlement with a temple, bath house and
guest house dating back to the 4th century.In later years, Lydney
became important for producing and transporting coal, stone, tinplate
and timber, with Lydney Harbour being
a small but thriving port.Today Lydney has a wide variety of shops,
with
Newerne Street being the main shopping area. Lydney is the home of the
Dean
Forest Railway.To the south of the
town
are the tidal waters of the Severn, once a busy conduit for travel and
trade, including the cargoes of coal from the Forest's colleries that
were once
shipped out from Lydney Docks. Lydney Docks has recently undergone
restoration,
while the popular Dean Forest Railway, which operates regular steam
trains,
have recently extended their services to Parkend.
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Lydney Tourist Information Point
Unit 1, Newerne Street, Lydney,
Gloucestershire, GL15 5RF
LYDNEY
CLICK
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Tel: 01594
844894
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Lydney
Harbour
From
Roman times through the industrial revolution and well into the 20th
century Lydney Harbour has been a cornerstone of the River Severn's
heritage.
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Harbour Road,
Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5ET From
A48,
Chepstow to Gloucester road, follow signs for train station. Continue
past
train station, through trading estate to the bottom of the road. The
docks
are situated on the right hand side
LYDNEY
HARBOUR CLICK |
Tel:
08708 506506
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Lydney Park Gardens
The
enchanting,
secluded wooded valley is carpeted with daffodils, primroses and
bluebells
and is filled with a profusion of rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias,
acers
and other flowering shrubs and trees. It also contains very fine
specimens
of numerous different trees, particularly hardwoods. The Deer Park : The
deer park holds fallow deer of three distinct colours brown, white and
spotted. The Roman Settlement: The buildings visible on site date from the final phase of
Roman occupation, when a wealthy religious complex was built late in
the 4th century. There is a museum which houses some very well
preserved and important remains. The 'Lydney Dog' is recognised as one
of the finest pieces of Romano-British sculpture to have escaped the
ravages of time. There is also a New Zealand Museum
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Lydney
Park Estate
Lydney
Gloucestershire
GL15 6BU
20th March to 5th June:
Sundays, Wednesdays, Bank Holiday Mondays 11.00am - 6.00pm.
Daily 2nd May - 8th May and 30th May to 5th June 11.00am - 6.00pm.
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Tel:
01594 842 844
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Mallards
Pike
These lakes
were
constructed by the Forestry Commission and now form the centre piece of
a
picturesque part of the Forest.Mallards Pike is a Forestry Commission site with
lakeside
walks, picnic & BBQ facilities, a running trail and links to the
cycle
trail.The lakeside path has easy
access
and has benches dotted alongside it - good vantage points for watching
mandarins
and other ducks. The lower lake can
be booked
for boating activities - groups only.
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Near
Blakeney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4J
From A48, Chepstow to
Gloucester road, in village of Blakeney take B4431. Mallards Pike is on
the right approx 5 miles from Bllakeney
MALLARDS
PIKE CLICK |
Tel:
01594
83305
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May
Hill
May Hill is the highest point in the district and offers
spectacular, panoramic views across the Lower Severn Valley, Malvern
Hills, Cotswolds
and the plain of Herefordshire.
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Longhope,
Gloucestershire, GL17 0NN
Situated just off the A40 Gloucester to Ross
on Wye road in village of Longhope
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Mohair
Countryside Centre
Fun in the
countryside with both indoor and outdoor facilities. Excellent for
families with childrn from toddlers to under 10 year olds.Inside includes a shop, restaurant, play barn, toy
corner and displays. Outside
is the giant sandpit, adventure playground, pet room and aquarium.
Also picnic area, many walks and newly
planted aboretum.
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Blakemore Farm, Little London, Longhope, Gloucestershire, GL17 0PH
Situated off A4136 Huntley to Mitcheldean
road, in village of Longhope. Follow brown and white signs to farm.
MOHAIR
COUNTRYSIDE
CENTRE CLICK |
Tel:
01452 831137
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The Merchants House
One of a
row of restored cottages built around 1450. Restored in 1971 to
show the construction of a medieval merchant's shop and house.
Three rooms
are furnished with copies of medieval furniture
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45 Church Street, Tewkesbury
Open April - October, Tues - Sat & B/H Mondays.
Admission free.
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Tel. 01684 297174
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Mill Dene Garden
This beautiful award-winning English Country-garden style
garden surrounds a Cotswold watermill. Designed with humour, the garden
conceals surprises, reveals views & concentrates on colour and
scent. Hidden
in it are a grotto, follies, a stream and glorious plants. Teas,
lunches
available. Groups welcome.
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Mill Dene
Blockley, Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire, GL56 9HU
April-October, 10.00-17.30
Tuesday-Friday
MILL DENE
GARDENS CLICK |
Tel:
01386 700457
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Miniature World, Museum
of Miniatures
A superb indoor
fantasy
world featuring over 50 miniature scenes officially made by over 100 of
England's best model makers. Marvel at the incredible skill,
imagination and attention to detail. New are the haunted ghosts
scenes. Awesome! Ideal for all.
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Bourton-on-the-Water
Open March - October, daily + winter weekends.
Admission charge.
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Tel.
01451 810121
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Miserden Park Gardens
12
acre garden set around 17th century Manor House (not open); stunning
situation, 700 feet above sea level at head of 'Golden Valley'. Noted
in Spring for
naturalised bulbs and flowering trees and mid-summer for large double
herbaceous
borders. Fine topiary throughout plus Rose Garden and Parterre.
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Estate Office, Misarden, Stroud
Gloucestershire GL6 7JA
MISERDEN
PARK GARDENS CLICK
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Tel:
01285 821 303
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Moreton-in-Marsh
Moreton-in-Marsh is in
the heart of the Cotswolds, located at the head of the beautiful
Evenlode valley.Moreton is a thriving market town which dates back
around 1000 years to the Saxon era (similar to South Cerney in
Gloucestershire). The town of Moreton-in-Marsh is a small, friendly and
pretty town which provides a wide range of facilities and makes a great
base from which to explore the world-famous Cotswolds.Moreton-in-Marsh
is a bustling market town, with a population of around 3,500 people,
and
lies on the ancient Fosse Way. Moreton is very much a "roadside" town,
but
is has great importance in the area due to having a railway station -
quite
a rarity in this area. Moreton in Marsh comes alive on a Tuesday
when the market is held. Shoppers are attracted from far and wide to
the market, and if your idea of an ideal Cotswold experience is slowly
wandering around quiet Costwold streets you may want to avoid Moreton
on market day. The
market is held to the side of the main road that runs through Moreton.
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Cotswold District Council Offices
High Street , Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire GL56 0AZ
MORETON IN MARSH CLICK
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Tel:
01608 650881
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Museum In The Park
You
will find this Museum in the beautiful grounds of Stratford Park near
Stroud.Admission is free
and colourful displays celebrate the rich history and heritage of the
Stroud District.The Museum
welcomes families and children and has something to offer visitors of
all ages. Whether you are visiting the District or have lived here for
many
years, you are sure to find something that interests, inspires or
amazes
you.Explore this website
to
find out more about what the Museum has to offer.Check
out events
at the Museum in the Park.
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The Museum in the Park
Stroud District Museum Service
Stratford Park, Stroud
Glos GL5 4AF
October - March:uesdays
- Fridays 10am to 4pm Weekends 11am to 4pm Closed Mondays Closed from 1
- 31 December 2005 April - September:Tuesdays
- Fridays 10am to 5pm
Weekends 11am to 5pm Closed Mondays apart from:
Bank Holiday Mondays 11am to 5pm Open every day in August 2005
MUSEUM
IN THE PARK CLICK |
tel ;
01453 763394
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Nagshead
Nature Reserve
More than half of the reserve is oak woodland that was
planted nearly 200 years ago. Originally intended to provide naval
timber, this
woodland is now managed, in partnership with the Forestry Commission,
solely
for its conservation and landscape value. The rest of the reserve is
made
up of conifer woodland, scrub, open areas, ponds and streams. The
woodland
is beautiful all year round, but Nagshead is at its best in spring.
Wander
along the trails looking for pied flycatchers and watch the sky for
buzzards.
In winter, look for flocks of crossbills and hawfinches. The reserve
and
hides are open at all times.
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Fancy Road, Parkend, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4JP
From A48, Chepstow to Gloucester road, take
B4431 to Parkend. At 'T' junction in Parkend turn left, reserve is on
right
The visitor centre is open from 10am to 5pm
at weekends during the summer.
NAGSHEAD
NATURE
RESERVE CLICK |
Tel
01594 833057
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Nailsworth
Nailsworth
is located approx. four miles south of Stroud in Gloucestershire.
Nailsworth is in one of the Stroud five valleys and it is also the
meeting place of
three valleys.
Nailsworth has a population of around 6000 and is twinned with Leves in
France.
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The Old George , George Street , Nailsworth ,
Gloucestershire GL6 0AQ
Map
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Tel:
01453 839222
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National Birds of Prey
Centre
The National Birds of Prey Centre is situated on the
outskirts of Newent, Gloucestershire. It is home to the most
significant Birds of
Prey Collection in the world. There are 110 aviaries and about 85
species
ranging from the huge eagles and vultures, through to the tiniest of
owls.
Falcons, hawks, buzzards, kites, caracaras and secretary birds all live
and breed here in Gloucestershire. The aviaries are barn like
structures
and house the breeding birds in great comfort regardless of the weather.
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Great Boulsden , Newent
Gloucestershire GL18 1JJ
1st February to 31st
October, daily 10.30am - 5.30pm (dusk if earlier)
Courses are run throughout the year.
NATIONAL BIRDS
OF PREY CLICK |
Tel:
08709 901 992
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National Waterways
Museum (Gloucester)
Set in Gloucester's Historic docks the National Waterways
Museum unveils the mystery and history behind the 200 year old tale of
inland waterways and fortunes lost and gained. Enter through a lock
chamber, with its running water and explore the hands on displays,
working engines, archive film and interactives. There's plenty to
discover from Historic boats and the floating barge collection, to the
sights and smells of the Blacksmith's workshop. Adjoining the
interactive area is a traditional forge - often with a Blacksmith in
residence.
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Llanthony
Warehouse , Gloucester Docks
Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL1 2EH
All weather
attraction. All year opening 10.00am - 5.00pm except 25th December.
Last
admissions 4.00pm.
NATIONAL WATERWAYS
MUSEUM CLICK
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tel:
01452 310 200
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Nature in Art Museum &
Art
Gallery
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Wallsworth Hall, main A38
Twigworth, Gloucestershire GL2 9PA
NATURE IN ART MUSEUM & ART GALLERY CLICK |
Tel:
01452 731 422
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Newent
Newent is the smallest
of the four towns in the Forest of Dean District and lies in the North
West
corner of the county of Gloucestershire, known for many years as the
capital
of the Ryelands. The name appears in the Doomsday Book as 'Noent'.
Sandwiched between the Malvern Hills and tree covered slopes of the
Forest of Dean,
it is known for its 17th century half-timbered Market House and
St.
Mary's Church which dates back to Norman times. Listed buildings can
also
be found in the main street. At Newent you will find the National Birds
of
Prey Centre, the Shambles Museum, and St. Anne's Vineyard.Our friendly staff are on hand with a wealth of local
knowledge and information to help you get the best out of your stay in
the Forest
of Dean. They can help you book accommodation when you arrive in the
area.
They provide information on local events happening during your stay and
offer practical advice on places to go and things to do. You can also
book coach trips and purchase theatre tickets here. So why not begin
your holiday at one of our conveniently located tourist information
centres? Both centres stock a vast range of information on local
attractions and activities in the
area and are open all year round.
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7 Church Street , Newent,
Gloucestershire GL18 1PU
Email: newent@fdean.gov.uk
Map
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Tel:
01531 822468 Fax: 01531 822468
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Newent
Lake Park
Newent Lake is the jewel of the town. Originally part of
the Newent Court estate, this large picturesque lake lay abandoned for
several decades.Set in the beautiful
surroundings of a parkwith many trees and shrubs the lake is one of the
areas most attractive leisure spots and is a haven for wildlife
throughout the year. Completely re-landscaped with walks, a new
fountain and restocked with fish, the lake now forms the centrepeice of
the towns many millennium projects.
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Newent,
Gloucestershire, GL18 1AN
Situated in the centre of Newent, next to the
free car park.
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Northleach
Northleach
lies on a plateau in a sheltered position 9 miles from
Stow-on-the-Wold. It is a largely under-developed Cotswold village. The
village's spacious central square is surrounded by rows of
late-medieval cottages. One
of the oustanding features of Northleach is
The Church of St Peter and St Paul which was erected in the fifteenth
century at the height of the wool boom. The are many "wool churches" in
the area, and this particular church has a collection of memorial
brasses inlaid in the nave floor marking the tombs of the merchants
whose endowments paid
for the church. It is one of the most impressive of the Cotswold "wool
churches"
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NORTHLEACH CLICK
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Oakridge Village Museum
This little gem
of a museum will take you back to your schooldays - and beyond. In
fact, it's housed in the old schoolroom at the chapel of the pretty
Cotswold village of Oakridge Lynch. Here, you'll learn about the former
life of the village in days gone by, including information on the
school and the very old Sunday School. There is also a chance to find
out about some of the talented local craftsmen whose work is admired
throughout the area.
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Hillcrest, Oakridge Lynch,
Stroud
Oakridge, 2 mls SE of Bisley
Open April - October, Last Saturday afternoon in the month. Admission
free.
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Tel.
01285 760490
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Owlpen Manor
One of the
most romantic small manor houses in the West of England. The Tudor
manor is the lived-in medieval manor house of the de Olepennes, dating
from 1450 to 1616, with minor early 18th century improvements. There is
a magnificent Tudor Great Hall, a Jacobean wing with Solar and an
elegant early Georgian Little Parlour and doorcase of 1719. There was
some Arts & Crafts restoration in 1926 by Norman Jewson after the
manor house had been uninhabited for 100 years.
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Owlpen
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Dursley
Gloucestershire GL11 5BZ
May
to 30th September, Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday 2.00-5.00pm.
Gardens and restaurant open from midday - 5.00pm.
OWLPEN MANOR
CLICK |
Tel:
01453 860 261
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Painswick
Painswick,
the "Queen of the Cotswolds", is a beautiful Gloucestershire village
within the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is situated
some 6 miles south of Gloucester astride the A46 road between
Cheltenham and Bath and
has a population of approximately 2070. It is the largest settlement in
the
parish of the same name which includes the villages of Edge,
Sheepscombe
and Slad.Painswick lies midway along the Cotswold Way, which stretches
from
Chipping Campden in the north of the county to the city of Bath in the
south.
It has a rich history with a particularly colourful period during the
Civil
War when the Roundheads took refuge in the parish church of St.Mary,
which
dates from the eleventh century. The church is itself famous for its
churchyard
in which there are reputedly ninety-nine Yew trees. Legend has it that
the
Devil will not permit the growth of the one hundredth tree. Painswick
Beacon,
which is on the north side of the village at its highest point, is 283
metres
above sea level with breathtaking views of the Severn Estuary, Brecon
Beacons
and Malvern Hills. It houses an Iron Age Fort and has a rich variety of
flora and butterflies on the limestone grassland. It has been the home
of the
Painswick Golf Club for more than a century. Painswick has a number of
fine
houses which reflect the prosperous era when it was the centre of the
thriving
wool trade. The village is well served with facilities that include a
bank,
post office, medical centre, public library, garagefilling station,
chemist,
pharmacy, butchers shop, hairdresser and general stores. There are
antique
gift shops, a bookshop, art gallery, specialist fabric retailer, a
woodcraft
shop and two estates agents: the village has its own fire station.
There
are primary schools in Painswick and Sheepscombe. The parish also has a
number of churches of various denominations. The Gloucestershire Guild
of
Craftsmen has a permanent gallery at the Painswick Centre. Painswick
has
a long-standing sporting tradition. It hosts the oldest village rugby
club
in England.
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The Library,
Stroud Road, Painswick, Gloucestershire
PAINSWICK CLICK
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Tel:
01452 813552
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Painswick Rococo Garden
The Rococo Garden, situated in a hidden Cotswold Valley, is
the sole survivor from the brief eighteenth century period of English
Rococo
Garden design. It combines formality and informality in a flamboyant
package,
which is a magical experience at any time of the year. Charming garden
structures.
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Painswick
Gloucestershire, GL6 6T
PAINSWICK ROCOCO
GARDEN CLICK
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Tel:
01452 814888
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Park House The Toy &
Collectors Museum
No visit to
Stow-on-the-Wold would be complete without paying a visit to Park House
Toy Collectors Museum, one of the best private collections of toys on
show in the country. You
will be amazed at the internationally acclaimed collection with its
victorian, Edwardian and later toys on display. No matter what your age
you will find what you are looking for memories of a bygone age, or a
look into the past.
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The Toy Museum, 8 Park Street,
Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucester GL54 1AQ
The museum is open February, March, April,June,
July, August, September, & October on Wednesdays, Thursdays,
Fridays, and
Saturdays from 10am to 1pm
PARK HOUSE TOY
MUSEUM CLICK
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Tel:
01451 830159
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Perrygrove
Railway
Do your kids like trains? Bring them to our child
friendly railway in the Forest of Dean. Our steam trains go to four
stations, with walks from every station through beautiful ancient
woodland. Your ticket
lasts all day - enjoy as many train rides as you like. Picnics welcome.
Indoor
village with secret passages. Treasure hunt (optional).
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Perrygrove
Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8QBFrom
Coleford follow B4228 towards Lydney and Chepstow. Railway one mile
south
of Coleford on left.
PERRYGROVE
RAILWAY CLICK |
Tel: 01594
834991
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Pittville Pump Room
This
largest (and last surviving) of the town's spa is also one of its
finest Regency
buildings.
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East Approach Dr. Pittville
Park,
Cheltenham
PITTVILLE PUMP
ROOM CLICK
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Tel:
01242 523852
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Prinknash Abbey
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Cranham, GL4 8EX
PRINKNASH ABBEY
CLICK
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Tel:
01452 810714
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Prinknash Abbey Bird
and
Deer Park
On entering the Park over 50 peacocks and waterfowl welcome
you as you walk towards the Love Bird Aviary and the Golden Wood full
of golden Pheasants leading to the haunted 'Monks' Fish Pond' teeming
with large fish.Leaving the wood your attention is quickly drawn to the
lovely
two storey Tudor Wendy House by the lake. Walking away from the Wendy
House
and skirting the lake with its romantic island and numerous swans,
ducks
and geese you are quickly distracted by the tame, charming Fallow Deer,
nosing into your handbags and pockets, following you towards the White
Peacocks
on the tree lined path leading to the Domed Aviary full of song birds.
Looking to your right the graceful Crown Cranes tread their measured
steps towards the pretty Gazebo reflected in the formal pool.With the Deer still in attendance you will pass the Black
Swans and the wild 'Deer Park' with its great stag and herd of Fallow
Deer, ending your visit along the path leading to the water garden and
Pergola to the
Budgerigar Aviary. All this and more you will see in this
lovely nine acre parkland.
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Cranham ,Gloucester
Gloucestershire GL4 8EX
Bird & Deer Park Daily:10.00am - 5.00pm in
Summer 10.00am - 4.00pm in Winter.
Closed 25th & 26th Dec & Good Friday.
PRINKNASH
ABBEY
BIRD & DEER PARK CLICK
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Tel:
01452 812 727
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Puzzle
Wood
Pre Roman open cast iron ore mine. 14 acres of weird and
spectacular scenery. 1 mile of pathways forming a very unusual maze.
Plus indoor wood puzzle and meet the farm animals.
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Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8QD
From Coleford
follow B4228 towards Chepstow, half a mile along Puzzle Wood is on the
right hand side.
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Tel:
01594
833187
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Reckless
Designs
We have a fully
working pottery and retail shop selling our wares. Paint your own
pottery, studio open to the public and wonderful retail pottery
facility.The painting studio houses a
huge selection of brushes and paints to enable you to create your own
personalised piece of pottery -
from bowls and platters to fairies and footballers, great fun for all
the
family.Special activities and paint
your
own pottery for children.
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17 Gloucester Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8BH
Situated in Coleford on Gloucester Road
opposite the Magistrates Court.
RECKLESS DESIGNS CLICK |
Tel:
01594 810504
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Rodmarton Manor
Rodmarton Manor, near Cirencester in Gloucestershire, was
one
of the last country houses to be built in the old traditional style
when
everything was done by hand with local stone, local timber and local
craftsmen.
It was done at a time when mass factory and machine production had
become
the norm. Ernest Barnsley and the Cotswold group of Craftsmen, who
built
and furnished the house for Claud and Margaret Biddulph, beginning in
1909,
were responsible for the revival of many traditional crafts in the
Cotswolds
which were in danger of dying out.Over the 20 years that it took to build the house many people
were involved in building, woodwork, metalwork, needlework, painting,
gardening, all done to a very high standard. Most of the furniture was
made specially for the house, either in the Rodmarton workshops, or
made by Sidney Barnsley, Edward Barnsley or Peter Waals. Some furniture
was bought after the house was built but all pieces are directly or
indirectly attributable to the
original craftsmen or people who had connections with them such as
Harry
Davoll, Owen Scrubey, Oliver Morel.
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Rodmarton , Cirencester
Gloucestershire, GL7 6PF
House and Garden: 17th April, then May to
September Wednesdays, Saturdays, Bank Holidays 2.00pm - 5.00pm (not
guided tours.)
RODMORTON
MANOR
CLICK |
Tel:
01285 841 253
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Royal
Forest Route
The Royal Forest Route offers a 20-mile circuit through
the heart of Gloucestershire's Royal Forest of Dean. It is suitable for
drivers, walkers and cyclists.
We suggest that you stay in the area and use
the route as your guide to a magical Forest that inspired J.R.R.
Tolkien,
Dennis Potter and J.K. Rowling.
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Gloucestershire
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Ruardean
Garden Pottery
Handthrown and pressmoulded plant pots and garden
ornaments in comtemporary and traditional styles. Visitors are welcome
to browse through terraces of unique pots and see them being made.
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West
End, Ruardean, Gloucestershire, GL17 9TP
Situated in the
village of Ruardean off A4136 Mitcheldean to Coleford road. Follow
brown and white signs and Ruardean Garden Pottery is situated in the
village.
RUARDEAN GARDEN POTTERY CLICK |
Tel:
01594
543577
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St. James' Church
There
was a Norman church on this site before 1180, though it was much
smaller
than the present one. It consisted of a squat tower, a nave about the
same
length as today, but without aisles, and a lower, shorter chancel with
a
pitched roof. About 1260 the Norman church began a slow transformation
that
was to last nearly 250 years The chancel was rebuilt,
the
North aisle constructed with arches to balance the the 13th century
south
aisle and the south porch was added together with the windows and
battlements
of both aisles. About 1490 the nave was reconstructed with its
magnificent arcading built on the foundations of the old Norman
nave. The great window over the chancel arch was added, a rare
feature of church architecture, which provides wonderful light for the
nave. About 1500, the noble West tower was built, adding grace and
proportion to the whole. At 120 ft. in height it ensures that the
Church is a landmark from whatever direction Campden
is approached. There is a peal of eight bells, whose dates vary from
1618
to 1737, they were recast and rehung in 1987. The clock
mechanism,
dated 1695, is now stored under the arch of the tower, having been
replaced
in 1962. It is thought that there were stained glass windows dating
from
the 15th century, but these have disappeared and only fragments
remain. The fine East Window by Henry Payne was completed in 1925
in memory of those who fell in the Great War. The window over the
chancel arch represents the last judgment.Preserved behind glass are
wonderful survivals from the days before the Reformation: the unique
pair of Altar Frontals (c.1500)
and the Cope (c.1400). The Altar Frontals were copied by command
of
Queen Mary for the High Altar of Westminster Abbey for the coronation
ceremony
in 1912.There are fine 15th century brasses, now secured to the Chancel
Floor, the largest of which commemorates William Grevel "...flower of
the wool
merchants of all England..." The finely carved canopied tomb of Sir
Thomas
Smythe is on the North wall in the sanctuary and is the most remarkable
in the church. He was Lord of the Manor of Campden until his death in
1593.
He lived at the court of Henry VIII and was the first Governor of the
East
India Company.The Jacobean pulpit and Flemish lectern are gifts from
Sir
Baptist Hicks, whose ornate tomb is in the Gainsborough Chapel.
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Church Street, Chipping Campden,
ST JAMES
CHURCH CLICK
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The Severn Bore
-
a naturally occurring tidal wave which can be seen on the lower reaches
of the River Severn."The
Severn Bore has been known to reach two metres in height. Its average
speed is 16km per hour.The Severn Estuary experiences the second
highest tide
anywhere in the world, and the difference between the lowest and
highest
tide in any one day can be more than 14.5 metres. High or spring tides
occur
on several days in each lunar cycle throughout the year."
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Shambles Victorian Village
Standing
in Church Street, Newent you see nothing of the cobbled streets,
alleyways and courtyards behind. The old buildings, many of them
pre-Victorian, contain an amazing collection of Victoriana from the
well to do draper's house to the simple gardener's cottage.There are
almost 100 windows to peer into,
a policeman keeping an eye on things and a fantastic photographers
studio
in a conservatory. The taxidermists workshop has all manner of stuffed
animals, the chapel is just ready for a service and in the gas lit beer
cellar are two old men having a yarn over a pint of beer. Children love
to climb up
to the attics and down into the musty cellars and adults enjoy the feel
of
how it used to be.
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16-24 The Shambles ,Church Street
Newent GL18 1AB
Mid March to end October daily except Mondays 10am-6pm. Last admission
5pm. Open Bank Holiday Mondays.
November and December weekends only 10am-4pm.
SHAMBLES
CLICK
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Tel:
01531 822 144
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Snowshill Manor
Cotswold
manor house with eclectic collection and Arts & Crafts-style garden
Eccentric combination of terraces and ponds forming outdoor
rooms.Bright
colours and delightful scents The home of thousands of fascinating
treasures
collected entirely by architect and craftsman, Charles Paget Wade.
Here,
there is something for everyone Explore the terraces, byres and ponds
of
the organic garden
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Snowshill, nr Broadway,
Gloucestershire WR12 7JU
2½ml SW of Broadway; turn from A44 Broadway bypass
into Broadway village and by village green turn right uphill to
Snowshill
SNOWSHILL
MANOR
CLICK
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tel:
01386
852410
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Soudley
Ponds
The ponds are a
haven for wildlife and the surrounding paths are suitable for the less
able and wheelchair users. A steep walk up the ridge takes you to the
Blaize Bailey viewpoint overlooking the River Severn.
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Soudley, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2UB
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Tel:
01594
833057
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South Cerney
South Cerney is a
thriving village just a few miles from Cirencester in
Gloucestershire.South Cerney dates back to Saxon times and has grown
into one of the largest villages
in the Cotswolds. It has 3 pubs, a village shop and miles and miles and
miles of scenic walks! It is in the heart of the Cotswold Water Park,
so South
Cerney is surrounded with lakes where various water sports take place.The
village of South Cerney is in the Cotswold Water Park area so there are
plenty of lakeside walks in the area. Keynes Country Park between South
Cerney and Somerford Keynes is probably the best known of the lakeside
developments and consists of two large lakes, a large waterside decking
area, man made beach, childrens play area, bicycle hire hut and visitor
information centre.
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Keynes Country Park
Tourist Information Point
Millennium Visitor Centre
, Cirencester , Shorncote , Gloucestershire GL7 6DF
Map
SOUTH CERNEY
CLICK
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Tel:
01285 861459
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Stanway House
and Fountain
Stanway
House, an outstandingly beautiful example of a Jacobean manor house is
situated near Winchcombe in the glorious Gloucestershire countryside.
It has been
described by Fodor's guide as "as perfect and pretty a Cotswold manor
house
as anyone is likely to see". It was built in 1590-1630 and is situated
in
the hollow beneath a long spur of the Cotswold escarpment in close
proximity
to the church, the great mediaeval tithe barn, the jewel like
gatehouse,
the water mill and the cottages of the hamlet.The
House and Grounds are now the setting for a 300ft single jet gravity
fountain - the tallest fountain in Britain and the tallest gravity
fountain in the world. The Stanway Watergarden, one of the finest in
England, was created in the 1720s for John Tracy, probably by Charles
Bridgeman. Typically Bridgemanic is the Canal, a magnificent formal
sheet of water, situated unusually on
a terrace 25 feet above the house, and the Cascade (the largest in
Britain, partially restored), fed by water flowing under the Pyramid
from the Pyramid Pond. The Tithe Barn Pond adds to the watery feel of
the garden, which also includes fine specimen trees, broad terraced lawns and herbaceous borders.
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Stanway , Cheltenham
Gloucestershire GL54 5PQ
House and Fountain: July to September Tuesday and
Thursday 2pm-5pm.
Fountain Only: Saturday 2pm-5pm.
Fountain Plays (subject to drought) 2.45pm - 3.15pm and 4.00pm - 4.30pm.
STANWAY
HOUSE
& FOUNTAIN CLICK |
Tel:
01386 584 528
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Stow-on-Wold
Stow-on-the-Wold,
or Stow, is one of the most visited Cotswold places and is home to
Scotts Of Stow.Stow on the Wold stands exposed on a 700 feet high hill
on the ancient Roman Fosse Way that leads to the Midlands Like many of
its Cotswolds neighbours, Stow was at the centre of the Cotswolds wool
trade. The vast Market Square (pictured) is a sign of the towns former
importance. At one end stands the town stocks and the other the ancient
cross. An elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops surrounds the
square. Stow on the Wold is an important shopping centre and is home to
many antique shops, art galleries and gifts and crafts shops.
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Hollis House , The Square,
Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire GL54 1AF
Email:
stowvic@cotswold.gov.uk
Map
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Tel:
01451 831082 Fax: 01451 870083
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Stroud
As
with other towns in the Cotswolds, Stroud growth during mediaeval times
centered around the wool trade. Stroud is also well known for its
breweries,
boat building, quarrying of local limestone, iron founding and carpet
weaving.The
name Stroud derives from "Strode".
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Subscription Rooms ,
George Street, Stroud, Gloucestershire GL5 1AE Email: tic@stroud.gov.uk
Web:
http://www.visitthecotswolds.org.uk/
Map
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Tel:
01451 831082 Fax: 01451 870083
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Stroud House Gallery
The
Gallery comprises five spacious rooms, three at ground floor level and
two light-free basement rooms. Stroud
House Gallery opened and began exhibiting in 1998.Our
aim is to present contemporary art to a wider audience. We
exhibit artists' work for 4 to 6 week periods, with a one week break in
between shows for changover. We
also run an annual competition called the Stroud Open.
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Stroud House
Gallery · Station Road · Stroud · Glos ·
GL5 3AP
Stroud House Gallery is situated in the centre of
Stroud, opposite the train station.Stroud House
Gallery is
located roughly 7 miles east of the M5, off junction 13.
STROUD
HOUSE
GALLERY CLICK
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Tel / Fax : 01453 750575
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The Subscription Rooms
The
Subscription Rooms is a handsome late Regency building in the heart of
Stroud and hosts year-round arts and entertainment, exhibitions,
markets and meetings. Built
in 1833 by public subscription, the venue still plays an important part
in
community events. It is now owned and managed by Stroud District
Council. Visit
the
Subscription Room Events to see what's on in the coming months.
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The Subscription Rooms
George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE
THE SUBSCRIPTION
ROOMS CLICK
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tel:
01453 760999
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Sudeley Castle
and Gardens
Sudeley Castle is steeped in history. It has royal
connections
spanning a thousand years and has played an important role in the
turbulent
and changing times of England's past. The Castle was once home to Queen
Katherine
Parr and Lady Jane Grey. Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and Queen Elizabeth I
all
visited Sudeley. King Charles I stayed and his nephew, Prince Rupert,
established his headquarters at the Castle, during the Civil War.
Following its destruction by Cromwell's troops, Sudeley lay neglected
and derelict for two hundred
years. In 1837, Sudeley was bought by John and William Dent, of the
Worcestershire glove making company. They began an ambitious
restoration programme which was continued by their nephew John Coucher
Dent, who inherited the Castle in 1855, and his wife Emma, who threw
herself enthusiastically into Sudeley's restoration, at the same time
forging strong links with the town of Winchcombe. Today, Sudeley is the
home of Lord and Lady Ashcombe.Sudeley's collections range from
historic possessions of past ancestral owners, old master paintings,
fine furniture to Victorian memorabilia.
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Winchcombe ,Cheltenham
Gloucestershire GL54 5JD
Gardens,
Pheasantry & Wildfowl Area, Plant Centre and St Mary's Church: 26th
February to
30th October 10.30am-5.30pm.
Exhibitions: 19th March to 30th October 10.30am-5.30pm.
SUDELEY CASTLE
&
GARDENS CLICK
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tel:
01242 602 308
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Swinford Museum
Domestic
agricultural and building crafts from a Cotswold village
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Filkins, 3 mls NE of Lechlade
Open May - September, 1st Sunday in month, 14.00 - 17.00.
Admission free.
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Tel.
01367 860209
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Tetbury
Tetbury
is a town steeped in history and can be found in one of the most
beautiful parts of the Cotswolds, approximately 12 miles from
Cirencester.Through
the middle-ages Tetbury's market grew in reputation as a centre for the
best in Cotswold wool & yarn The wool sack race, which is still run
annually, is believed to have been born during Tetbury's early trade in
wool. The
race is run up a 1 in 4 hill and has been given world record
status.Essentially a sleepy Cotswold town, Tetbury is perhaps closer to
its origins that other Cotswold places and wonderful arcitecture can be
found wherever you look.Tetbury has an abundance of antique shops and
quality coaching inns. Prince Charles lives close by at Highgrove.
Tetbury can claim to be the headquarters for the planning of the D-Day
landings as General Eisenhower planned the invasion of Europe while
billeted at Chavenage House near Tetbury
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33 Church Street, Tetbury
Gloucestershire GL8 8JG
e-mail: tourism@tetbury.org
March to October
9:30am to 4:30pm Monday to
Saturday
November to February
9:30am to 2:30pm Monday to
Saturday
TETBURY
CLICK
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Tel/
Fax 01666 503552
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Tetbury Police Museum
The former
police
station and magistrate's court in Tetbury is now the Police Museum,
which
highlights the past of the Gloucestershire Constabulary, the second
oldest
in the country. The museum features some artefacts from previous
generations
of policing, as well as funny stories about previous prisoners. There
is
even one of them left for you to see in their cell!
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63 Long Street, Tetbury
Open all year, Monday - Friday, 10.00 - 15.00, closed B/H.
Admission free (donations welcome).
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Tel. 01666 504670
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Tewkesbury
Tewkesbury
is an attractive, historic town dominated by timber-framed buildings
with overhanging eaves and has a fascinating maze of small alleyways
behind the main streets. It is situated on a spit of gravel just above
flood level
at the junction of two great rivers (The Severn and Avon) . The town
has
always been a favoured resting place for travellers on the highway
which
winds it's way up the Severn valley.
Evidence of Roman and Saxon occupation can be found among artefacts
excavated from early settlement sites around the town. Tewkesbury's
glory is it's
Abbey, founded at the end of the 11th Century as a Benedictine
Monastery.
The spectacular central tower, which stands 148 feet high, is the
largest
surviving Norman central tower in the world. With the exception of
Westminster
Abbey, Tewkesbury contains more medieval tombs than any other church in
Britain. For 300 years from the 11th Century the great medieval
families
of Fitzhamon, de Clare and le Despenser held authority over the town.
It
was just south of the town, on May 4 1471, that one of the key battles
of
the Wars of the Roses was fought . Edward, Prince of Wales, son of
Henry
VI, was killed in this battle and the Lancastrian cause died with him.
The
Battle of Tewkesbury was just one of an episode of a pageant of events
affecting
the town. Tewkesbury developed from a feudal Norman settlement into a
Free
Borough under the charter of the Earls of Gloucester. Subsequent
charters
were confirmed by Edward II and Edward III and the town received its
first
charter of incorporation during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I (1574),
at
which time Tewkesbury was described as 'great and populous'. The
Borough
of Tewkesbury was confirmed as a Free Borough by this charter, had a
Wednesday
market day instituted and nominated a Town Clerk. William III granted a
new
Charter of Liberties in 1698 after the loss of the first charter during
the
Civil War. This charter remains in force and may be viewed at the local
museum.
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The Museum, 64 Barton
Street, Tewkesbury Gloucestershire GL20 5PX
Email: tewkesburytic@
tewkesburybc.gov.uk
Web: http://www.visitcotswolds
andsevernvale.gov.uk Map
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Tel:
01451 831082 Fax: 01451 870083
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Tewkesbury Abbey
Although the Abbey was
founded in 1087 by nobleman Robert FitzHamon, building of the present
Abbey did
not start until 1102. Built to house Benedictine monks, the Norman
Abbey
was near completion when consecrated in 1121. Embellishments to the
long
nave roof and the apsidal chancel were made in the first half of the
14th
century in the Decorated style. After the dissolution in 1540 most of
the
claustral buildings and the Lady Chapel were quarried for their
materials
but the Abbey Church was sold to the parishioners for £453.
Changes
made since then to the internal configuration have developed to reflect
contemporary
styles of devotion, currently of the Anglo-Catholic persuasion.
Abbey
House: Lying at the southern edge of the old town, the Abbey quietly
dominates
the land and skyline with its long nave “probably the largest and
finest
Romanesque tower in England” (Pevsner). Vestiges of its social
domination
can be deduced from the layout of the streets and buildings, and the
occasional
relic; the Abbot’s gatehouse, the Abbey Mill, The vicarage and the
Tudor-style
dwellings in Church Street. The area surrounding the Abbey is protected
from
development by the Abbey Lawn Trust, originally funded by a United
States
benefactor. Two styles of architecture dominate the Abbey; the
Norman
piers and arches of the eight-bay Nave (completed in 1121) and the
Decorated-style
chancel, imposed on the previous work in the 14th century, where the
original
medieval windows still exist in their original form. At this time the
nave
roof was also reconstructed as lierne vaulting, with naïve
narrative
and decorative bosses as keystones, untouched by decay or iconoclasts.
The
tombs and chantry chapels, of high-quality work from 1350-1450,
surround
the chancel and reflect the prestige attached by local aristocracy
(especially
de Clare, Le Despencer, Beauchamp, Warwick and Neville) to such
memorials.
The Early English and Perpendicular architectural styles are also
represented
in the fabric of the Abbey; regions around the north transept and Abbot
Alan's
Tomb being from the 13th century, while three of the chantry chapels
can
be seen to display impressive masonry from the late 14th to early 15th
centuries.
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Church Street, Tewkesbury GL20
5RZ
Sundays: 7.30 am to 7.00 pm
Weekdays and Saturdays: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm in the summer, 7.30 am to
5.30 pm in the winter.
TEWKESBURY
ABBEY CLICK
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Tel:
01684
850959
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Tewkesbury Museum
Tewkesbury
Museum is a community museum protecting and displaying the heritage of
the Town.64
and 64a Barton Street was given to the Borough in 1956 on the
understanding that it would be used as the Town Museum. Not all members
of the council
thought this was a good idea. The Tewkesbury Register quoted some
councillors
as suggesting the idea was a ‘dead loss for the town’.Sir
George Dowty finally opened the museum in 1962. The delay was due to
many necessary repairs and sitting tenants that did not leave until
1961.The
fact that there was no town museum until very late meant that many
important artefacts were not kept or decayed because of a lack of
appropriate storage space. A good example of this was the lack of
relics of the stocking loom period (after Leicestershire and
Nottinghamshire Tewkesbury was the most
important centre of manufacture in the country) The key event in
the
history of the town that was of real importance in the history of
England
was the battle of Tewkesbury on May 4th 1471. This battle decided the
fate
of the house of Lancaster with the murder of the young prince Edward.
The
museum possesses a fine panorama of the battle field which it is
essential
to view before one walks the battle field site.
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Tewkesbury
Borough Museum
64, Barton Street,
Tewkesbury
Gl20 5PX (Opposite Police Station)
10 - 5 pm
April - October (every day)
November - April (except Sunday)
TEWKESBURY
MUSEUM CLICK
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Tel:
01684
29 29 01
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Three Choirs Vineyard
Discover
the Three Choirs Vineyards set in 100 acres of unspoilt countryside on
the Gloucestershire and Herefordshire border. We have been producing
some of
England's finest single estate wines since 1975. Today the estate
offers
visitors a full range of facilities: Wine and Gift Shop with wine
tasting
and vineyard and winery tours.
The Vineyard Restaurant with panoramic views over the vineyards and
surrounding hillds, serving fine English food to perfectly complement
our wines. Luxury accommodation, each room with their own private
terrace overlooking the
vines. Weddings, conference and room hire
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Newent
Gloucestershire
GL18 1LS
All Year
Closed Dec 25, 26 & Jan 1
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Tel:
01531 890 223
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Upper Slaughter
Just near Bourton on
the Water the Slaughters are very picturesque and well worth a visit.The
village of Upper Slaughter in the Gloucestershire Cotswolds is one mile
away from Lower Slaughter and resides on a gentle grassy slope above
the
stream that connects the two villages.Once
the village was dominated by a Norman castle but all that can be seen
of
it today are the remains of the motte and bailey.The
building that dominates Upper Slaughter is the beautiful gabled Manor
House
which is one of the finest buildings in the area. The oldest part of
the
house dates from the 15th century but the front is Elizabethan. The
Manor
is now a hotel.
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Wellington Aviation
Museum
Some years ago Gerry Tyack
opened his small museum dedicated to all those who served or who passed
through
RAF Moreton-in-Marsh, on one of the many training courses for RAF
bomber
command. Though the airfield is now a fire training station Gerry keeps
the
memory of the base alive in the museum with his vast range of artifacts
from
the war years and beyond. Gerry was also successful in getting the
memorial
plaque errected outside the old entrance a few years ago. As you pull up outside the museum you
will
see propellers and wheels from the aircraft most used at
Moreton-in-Marsh,
the Vickers-Armstrong
Wellington, there is also a casing for the 4000lb bombs dropped by
the aircraft, around the back in his garden there is the whole tail
section
of one aircraft, showing the famous Barnes Wallis designed geodetic
structure which made the aircraft so strong and easy to repair.RAF Moreton-in-Marsh was one of many
flight training stations and large numbers of crews passed through,
Gerry has an interest in contacting anyone who recalls times at the
station and has numerous books and paintings signed by past personnel,
many of the items are donated to the museum from families of, or people
stationed there. The museum has numerous wonderful prints
for sale including a view of the market square in Moreton on Normandy
Embarkation day in 1944.
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Wellington
Aviation Museum,
British School House,
Broadway Road,
Moreton-in-Marsh,
Gloucestershire,
GL56 0BG.
10.00 am - 5.00 pm
(12.30 - 2.00 pm Closed for Lunch)
Mondays
and Xmas Day Excluded
WELLINGTON
AVIATION
MUSEUM CLICK |
tel:
01608 650323
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Westbury Court
A
fully restored Dutch style formal water garden dating originally from
1700. The garden includes topiary, yew hedges, a 400 year old evergreen
oak and a relaxing tranquil atmosphere. Located at Westbury-on-Severn
approx. 5
miles from Gloucester.
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Westbury Court Garden
Westbury-on-Severn,
Gloucestershire GL14 1PD
WESTBURY
COURT
CLICK |
tel:
01452
760461
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Westonbirt Arboretum
Westonbirt is a wonderful world of trees and is beautiful at
any time of year. Set in 600 acres of glorious Cotswold countryside, it
has
17 miles of paths along which to stroll and over 18,000 numbered trees.
Spring and autumn are ablaze with colour and exciting events on,
throughout
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Westonbirt,
Tetbury
Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS
WESTONBIRT
ARBORETUM CLICK
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Tel:
01666 880220
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Winchcombe
The
ancient
Saxon town of Winchcombe is situated in a beautiful Cotswold valley
mid-way
between Broadway and Cheltenham (approx each 15 minutes away by
car).The
name Winchcombe means 'valley with a bend', and today the town still
retains
street which curve gracefully along the 'combe'.
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Town Hall .High
Street,Winchcombe, Gloucestershire GL54 5LJ
Email: winchcombetic@tewkesbury.gov.uk
Seasonal opening
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Tel: 01242
602925 Fax: 01242 602925
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Winchcombe Folk and
Police
Museum
Winchcombe is a unspoilt
little historic town surrounded by the beautiful rolling Cotswold
hills. It lies about 7 miles NE of Cheltenham.
We are a small registered museum run entirely by volunteers, and we
have: A folk collection
which deals with the fascinating history of Winchcombe and its peopleA police collection
including British and International uniforms and equipment both
historic
and modernFamily
and
local history folders and informationFree activity sheets for
accompanied
childrenA small shop
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Winchcombe Folk & Police
Museum, The Town Hall, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LJ
1 April to 31 October
Monday to Saturday (closed Sunday)
1000 to 1630
WINCHCOMBE
FOLK
& POLICE MUSEUM CLICK
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Tel: 01242 609151
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Woodchester Mansion
Woodchester
Mansion is an architectural masterpiece of the Victorian age abandoned
by its builders before it could be completed. It has been virtually
untouched by time since the mid-1870s, and today offers a unique
opportunity to tour and explore a Gothic building in mid-assembly.The
Mansion is hidden in a secluded 400-acre landscape park of great
beauty,
sheltering an abundance of wildlife and rare-breed grazing stock.
Enchanting
woodland walks snake around its five man-made lakes. The
Mansion and its park are reputed to be haunted and regular events are
held throughout the year for those who want to hunt our ghosts. For
further details select the Fright Nights link from either the Ghosts Page
or the Paranormal
Page. Facilities
for visitors to the Mansion include a Tea Room, serving drinks, cakes
and snacks, and a Gift Shop. Tours of the house are conducted by guides
from
the Woodchester Mansion Trust’s Volunteers. The Park, owned by The
National
Trust, is open to all.
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Woodchester Mansion, Woodchester Park
Nympsfield, Stonehouse
Glos, GL10 3TS Woodchester Mansion is on the
edge
of the Cotswold escarpment, 15 miles south of Gloucester and 25 miles
north
of Bristol. The entrance to The Mansion is close
to
the village of Nympsfield and the Coaley Peak viewing point on the
B4066
between Stroud and Dursley.
WOODCHESTER
MANSION CLICK
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Tel:
01453 861541
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Wotton-Under-Edge
Heritage Centre
First
documentary evidence of Wotton-under-Edge is in a Saxon Royal Charter
of
940A.D. in which King Edmund of Wessex leased to Edric "four Hides of
the
land in Wudeton".The town's history has always been linked to the
fortunes
of the Berkeley family. Jone, Lady Berkeley obtained a Royal Charter in
1252
for the town to hold a weekly market and yearly fair. The following
year
Lady Jone granted a deed which set up Wotton as a borough. This gave
the
inhabitants the right to make their living free of obligation to work
for
the Lord of the Manor. By 1470, together with Wiltshire and Somerset,
Gloucestershire was producing one third of the woollen cloth made in
England. This noble
manufacture was the backbone of local prosperity for the next four
hundred
years. The cloth industry has shaped the town that can be seen
today.
With its shop-lined streets and historical buildings, a visit to
Wotton-under-Edge
offers something for all the family to enjoy.
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The
Heritage Centre
The Chipping
Wotton-under-Edge
Gloucestershire GL12 7AD
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tel: 01453 52 15 41
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World of Mechanical Music
Since 1961, we have pioneered the quality restoration of
musical boxes and clocks, and we now have more than forty years
experience in this highly specialised craft. There is no better place
to bring your treasures for a dose of tender loving care. Read all
about it, and make an appointment if you would like a free estimate
given entirely without obligation.Our musical
boxes, antique and new, are internationally renowned for the
exceptionally high quality of their appearance and their musical
performance. We also have clocks, automata and other items. You can
download and print our current stock lists in pdf format. Probably the best selection of musical boxes and musical
collector’s items you will find anywhere, and an astonishing assortment
of items both nostalgic and scientific. There is also a large range of
books on clocks and mechanical music, and recordings. More pictures and
lists of special items
can be found here.The museum houses an
amazing variety
of self playing instruments and automata that might have been found in
the
home before regular broadcasting started in 1924, all in superb
condition, and presented as a live entertainment by our well-informed
guides. Many of the items are for sale, as this is a constantly
changing collection. Open all the year round, seven days a week. See
here for details and pictures.
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Keith Hardings World of Mechanical
Music, The Oak House,
High Street, Northleach,
Glos, UK GL54 3ET
WORLD OF MECHANICAL
MUSIC CLICK
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tel:
01451 860181
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If you are not
listed
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email us at
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info@wessex.me.uk
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GLOUCESTERSHIRE
Wessex &
Gloucestershire
Aladdin. :
Forest Theatre, Royal Forest of Dean College, Coleford, Glos. GL16
7JT phone : 01594 833416 on Sunday 13 December 2009
DICK WHITTINGTON,
Gloucester Guildhall
, Eastgate Street
, Gloucester
Gloucestershire
GL1 1NS
Tel: +44 01452 503050 22nd - 30th December
2009
Cinderella,
The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20
5NX 28th Nov 09 to 3rd Jan 2010 
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