Location: Cotswolds
Top Things to do in Cotswolds
The 10 Best Gardens in Cotswolds, England
The Cotswolds (/ˈkɒtswoʊldz/ KOTS-wohldz, /-wəldz/ -wəldz) is an area in south central England containing the Cotswold Hills, a range of rolling hills which rise from the meadows of the upper Thames to an escarpment, known as the Cotswold Edge, above the Severn Valley and Evesham Vale. The area is defined by the bedrock of Jurassic limestone that creates a type of grassland habitat rare in the UK and that is quarried for the golden coloured Cotswold stone. It contains unique features derived from the use of this mineral; the predominantly rural landscape contains stone-built villages, historical towns and stately homes and gardens. The population of the District is about 84,000.
Restaurants in Cotswolds
1. Througham Court Gardens
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Rockcliffe House
3. Hookshouse Pottery
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Studio Pottery producing high fired stoneware domestic and garden pots, all hand thrown and mostly wood fired. There is a showroom at the pottery where the finished work can be seen and purchased. It is usually possible to view the workshop and see any work in progress, and visitors are welcome to ask about the production methods. There is a one and a half acre garden attached to the Pottery which is open to visitors from April to July. The garden offers a combination of open perspectives and intimate corners, and includes borders, shrubs, woodland glade, water garden with flowform cascades, kitchen garden and orchard. It is run on organic principles.
Reviewed By MandiLou62 - Sherston, United Kingdom
We visited Hookshouse Pottery for the first time, having seen some examples of the pottery at a local Art Exhibition. We were warmly greeted and shown to the Showroom by Christopher White, the potter, and left to look at his work, with a cowbell to ring if we had any questions! The pottery is hand crafted on site and is of a fantastic quality and originality. We bought a lovely planter for the garden and a smaller pot for the house. The pieces are well priced and there is a good range of designs. We would strongly recommend a visit.
4. Highnam Court Gardens
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5.0 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By Rudford - Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
The Rose Garden is particularly good. Well actually I like the who place and if you are able to visit one of the many Open Days you won't be disappointed.
5. Snowshill Manor
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4.5 based on 709 reviews
Reviewed By St4ple - Redditch, United Kingdom
We visited Snowshill Manor after joining the national trust, myself, my partner and my 14 year old son. It was raining heavily on the day we visited, so didn’t spend too long in the gardens and made a quick dash to the house, although even from the short time we were in the gardens, they looked interesting and and well kept, with little outhouses and workshops to visit. The manor house is a large beautiful house, housing the amazing life long collection of Charles Paget Wade. Every room is a feast for the eyes, filled with interesting and quirky items he spent his life collecting and the National trust staff are very knowledgeable and on hand to talk to you about the wonderful items you discover in each room. This is a great place to visit on a rainy day as you can spend so long looking at the many items. I would definitely recommend visiting with plenty of time as there is a lot to look at, there is even a costume section where you can dress up!
6. Hidcote Manor Garden
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4.5 based on 2,008 reviews
Reviewed By GordonE880 - Redditch, United Kingdom
Enjoyed our booked visit to Hidcote Manor,greeted with a warm welcome from N-Trust member at car park entrance with guidance information to enable us to enjoy our visit. There was well marked single pathways around the stunning Arts and Craft garden with hidden gems around every corner, due to social distancing some of pathways closed off but N-T had cleverly formed viewing points to show hidden secrets. There are 2 narrow marked pathways you can take 1 of which includes steps. Due to the lockdown some of the areas of the garden are over grown but this adds to the enjoyment,there are some unusual plants full of colour which includes wild life meadow. The Barn Cafe is now serving take away food and the onsite shop is now open with garden plants for sale. Hidcote is well worth a visit just take your time with social distancing (you are allowed 2 hours) and enjoy the splendour of the garden and at the end of your visit enjoy a picnic in the lovely Cotswold countryside next to the car park.
7. Batsford Arboretum
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4.5 based on 1,243 reviews
Home to one of the largest private tree collections in the country, Batsford Arboretum offers visitors year round interest - from lush, spring colour provided by the beautiful Japanese flowering cherries to autumn’s spectacular natural fireworks display. Wander along 56 acres of wild gardens, paths and streams, enjoy stunning views across the Evenlode Valley and discover the beautiful oriental-influenced statues hidden in glades around the grounds.Freshly-baked food available all day in the Garden Terrace Café; Beautiful, quality plants, gifts and garden sundries and expert gardening advice.
Reviewed By Q7975OMmikec - Manchester, United Kingdom
Spent hours wandering through the beautiful trees on a cold damp autumn and loved every second! Wonderful atmosphere and beautiful, already planning a spring visit!
8. Dr Jenner's House, Museum and Garden
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4.5 based on 159 reviews
Situated in the historic market town of Berkeley, The Chantry is the striking Grade II* listed house where Edward Jenner lived for 38 years until his death in 1823. This is the house from which he pioneered vaccination against smallpox and it is now a museum celebrating his life and legacy. Discover how his work here eventually led to the eradication of smallpox and find out more about his other achievements before relaxing, as Jenner did, in an acre of peaceful gardens.
9. Bourton House Garden
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4.5 based on 290 reviews
Award-winning 3-acre garden surrounding an 18th century Manor House and Grade I listed 16th century Tithe Barn. Magnificent wide herbaceous borders with stunning plant and colour combinations, imaginative topiary including a knot garden, topiary walk and parterre, water features and a unique shade house. 18th century raised walk provides an enticing link to the Cotswold landscape. The unusual, rare and exotic make this garden a plantsman’s paradise! HHA/Christie’s ‘Garden of the Year’ 2006.'Small Visitor Attraction of the Year' Cotswolds Tourism Silver Award 2013
Reviewed By Ellieteacups
We had a thoroughly relaxing afternoon at this gardens. It was busy but well organised to be Covid secure. Delicious soup and sandwich late lunch and then a leisurely walk around the beautiful gardens, with interesting plants, inspiration for design and lovely views of the house. Plenty of seats to rest on. It was quite busy but that didn’t impinge of the experience or the safety on light of social distancing measures. I will definitely go again next year when they reopen.
10. Kiftsgate Court Gardens
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4.5 based on 356 reviews
Reviewed By 858pault - Worcester, United Kingdom
had a fab time here ,found staff very helpful ,the garden stunning and well organised for the covid ,very relaxing time strolling around the garden also a good selection of plants for sale finishing off with coffee and cake .
