Campden Edge
Sleeps 10
Chipping Campden, Cotswolds
Where pottering is positively encouraged
In Chipping Campden, pottering is positively encouraged. Pop along to Campden Gallery or Bennett’s fine wines. Get gastronomic at the local pubs. Try coffee and cakes in Badger’s tearooms. For kids, wildlife parks, safari and steam railways abound.
Kids in the Cotswolds
For a day of animal fun head to the Cotswold Wildlife Park. You’ll get a train ride through the grounds, an adventure playground and of course the lions, zebras, hippos, penguins, fruit bats, monkeys – and lots more.
For lovely woodland walks and magnificent Birds of Prey shows head down the road to Batsford Arboretum and Falconry Centre. Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park is a another great day out, especially for younger children. You can feed the animals, ride a tractor and learn about rare breeds.
Jousting, archery, falconry, medieval displays, mighty trebuchet catapult. Sound fun? Then head to Warwick Castle for an action packed day. Buy tickets online to avoid the queues.
Car enthusiasts and older children can head to the Heritage Motor Centre and Museum. With a selection of outdoor activities including 4×4 driving, Go Karts and a Miniature Roadway.
For the Grown Ups
You don’t need to do anything other than relax in the house, have a soak in the hot tub and stroll down the road to one of Chipping Campden’s many great pubs. Or head out to one of the many fabulous restaurants and gastro-pubs nearby after exploring some of the beautiful local villages.
If you would like to indulge in some beauty and health pampering our expert beauty therapists offer a full range of treatments in the comfort of the house.
Want to get more active? Rob Ireland Country Pursuits offers an exciting range of outdoor activities. For horse riding there is The Vine Stables near Broadway offering hacks and lessons for individuals or groups. The nearest fishing site is Lemington Lakes which offers top quality fishing in pretty, peaceful and relaxing surroundings.
Make the most of being together with a photography session at your Cotswolds country house from James Crockford, a fantastic local photographer who will take relaxed photos of your family and friends.
