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Continue reading →: Best Family Walks for Spring in the CotswoldsSpring is just such a special time of year, especially in the Cotswolds. Let’s face it, the British winter can be long, grey, and wet, and by the time March is here, we are ready for some sunshine, flowers, and all the joys of spring. Bring it on, I say!…
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Continue reading →: Town of Stow-on-the-WoldStow on the Wold is a pretty market town, a lovely place to have a wander, with interesting antique shops and great spots to go grab a coffee or stop for lunch. The truth of it is, many places in the sleepy Cotswolds are more suited to retirees than small…
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Continue reading →: Harry Potter Filming Locations in the CotswoldsThe picturesque and historic Cotswolds was the location for much filming of the Harry Potter film franchise – any Potter fans in the family will love these days out where you can see Hogwarts, character homes and more! Before our children were old enough to appreciate Harry Potter, we often…
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Continue reading →: Lacock Village GuideThinking of visiting Lacock with the kids? This pretty village, abbey and estate in Wiltshire, just outside of the southeastern border of the Cotswolds is a great day out. Lacock is fun for families with kids of all ages from toddlers to teens. Read our village guide to find out…
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Continue reading →: Where to see cherry blossom in the CotswoldsReady to take the kids on a blooming adventure? At Cotswold Little Explorers, we adore spring and adore spring blossoms even more! The Queen of spring blossom is, of course, the cherry blossom tree, with its soft pink and white enchanting floral display. It’s a great way to enjoy spring…
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Continue reading →: Cotswold pubs with playgroundsWelcome to our guide on the best Cotswold pubs with playgrounds, so the adults can enjoy a refreshing drink while the kids play freely, entertained on the swings! There is nothing more British than going to the pub, right?! (apart from maybe talking about the weather over a cuppa!) Here…
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Continue reading →: Where to see bluebells in the Cotswolds 2025Take the kids on bluebell walk through some of our stunning woodlands this spring The picturesque landscapes of the Cotswolds, adorned with nature’s vibrant blue jewels; there isn’t much better than that! Bluebells can be seen anytime between late march and early May. However, the most likely time for the…
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Continue reading →: Dover’s Hill Blue Bell Walk5k / 3.1 miles HIGHLIGHTS: See views from Dover’s Hill of the Vale of Evesham and beyond, walk through the lovely woodland of Lynches Wood. In spring, the wood is carpeted in bluebells. PARKING: Park in the National trust car park, (GL55 6UW). EAT/ DRINK: Loads of options in nearby Chipping…
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Continue reading →: Stanton, Snowshill, and Stanway Walk14.5 k / 9 miles Highlights: Beautiful views over the hills. Pretty, quiet, and quaint villages of cotswold stone with spring flowers in all the gardens. The two great pubs on this route also make ot one of our absolute favourite walks in the Cotswolds. How long did it take?…
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Continue reading →: Stow on the Wold to Broadwell5.6 k / 3.5 miles Highlights: The walk from Stow on the Wold to Broadwell offers picturesque views of the Cotswold countryside, starting at the charming marke town of Stow on the Wold, with cotswold stone buildings and bustling market square. Walk through rolling hills to arrive at the tranquil…
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