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The Slaughters,Stow on the Wold,Bourton on the Water,Bibury,Chipping Campden

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The Windmill at Weatheroak which appeared on Escape to the Country. An unusual dwelling and holiday cottage recently renovated from a disued grade 2 listed building to a 2 bedroom dwelling. Set in the stunning rolling countryside of Worcestershire this magnificant property is available for short breaks or short holidays.

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People travel from all over the world to take advantage of Cotswold Holidays and it is not difficult to see why due to the stunning surroundings that this part of the country is blessed with. There are many different types of Cotswold Holidays to choose from, a quiet weekend relaxing amidst the beautiful scenery or a bracing weeks’ holiday exploring the Cotswold Way are amongst the favourites and it would be safe to say that once you have experienced any of these you will want to return at every opportunity.

If you are interested in Cotswold holidays and in particular the ever popular Cotswold Way, you should definitely take a look at a website that is an authority on the matter, thecotswoldwalkingcompany.com. The husband and wife team who run this website as well as the Cotswold holiday business that goes with it, really are as passionate about this part of the world as it is possible to be and that kind enthusiasm really rubs off on the Cotswold holidays that they are able to prepare for you.

When you look at the holidays on the Cotswold Way for example, there is more than likely far more to it, in terms of arrangements that have to be made, than you could ever have imagined. The thecotswoldwalkingcompany.com know exactly how far the average person is able to walk on the Cotswold Way and if you are not average they will also know how long it will take you. Details like this are needed with regard to hotel bookings and they also offer a service where they will transport your baggage between hotels so that all you will have to worry about is your backpack which will contain refreshments and other necessities that you will require along the way. You will probably not be surprised to learn that this is the option that most people will take so that they can concentrate on enjoying themselves.tra

www.cotswoldcountryhotel.co.uk the Crown of Crucis offers the ideal choice of luxury hotel for your stay in the Cotswolds. As well as bed and breakfast rates they also have dinner inclusive offers.
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Why Cotswold Holidays Can Make Your Holiday Complete is a post from: Cotswold Tourists

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If you are interested in Cotswold holidays and especially the Cotswold Way there is no getting away from the fact that will have to enjoy walking. That might sound obvious but you do get occasions when people start out on a 7 or 8 day holiday on the Cotswold Way and to say they weren’t quite expecting the amount of walking that they had to do would have to be something of an under statement.

If that scenario sounds like you, don’t worry because there are plenty of other alternatives for you in the wide range of Cotswold holidays but walking is definitely the name of the game if you are planning a go at the Cotswold Way.

To give you an idea of the amount of walking that is involved, if you are planning a 7 day Cotswold Way trek your shortest days walking will be 11 miles and the longest day will be 19 miles which may be ideal for the seasoned walker but not so good if walking is not your idea of pleasure.

There is a company called thecotswoldwalkingcompany.com and they will be able to help you with your Cotswold holiday requirements whatever your interests are. If you do want to try the Cotswold Way they have a brilliant service available where they will do more or less everything for you, from planning the trip, booking your hotel stops along the way and even transferring your luggage from one hotel to the next.

As well as being experts in all aspects of Cotswold holidays they really do seem to go out of their way to make your visit a very special one and it would be fair to say that even though you may not like walking there is a very good chance that you will be back to try your luck next year.

Planning Your Cotswold Holiday In Style is a post from: Cotswold Tourists

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If you are looking for a place in the UK to get away too then the Cotswolds could be a great choice. When it comes to accommodation in the area there is loads to choose from so you should be able to find something that suits your needs exactly.

There are lots of beautiful holiday cottages in the area. These come in a range of styles and sizes so if you shop around you’ll be able to find something that matches what you want. When you stay in a cottage you get the privacy you and your family need to enjoy a holiday together. Unlike staying in a hotel with a cottage you live to your own schedule. This means you can have breakfast or dinner when you want and come and go as you please.

You also get the whole cottage to yourselves, so you get much more room than you would staying a hotel room. For the time that you stay there it becomes your second home and you can do what you like to be comfortable.

A Cotswold holiday cottage will generally come with a garden too. This means that you and your family can get out and enjoy the fresh air, with all the comforts of home. This is especially great if you have a young family because you can put them down for an afternoon nap etc without disturbing the rest of your family’s fun.

These are just some of the reasons why Cotswolds holiday cottages are ideal if you are looking for a holiday in the UK. The great thing about holidaying in England is that everywhere is reasonable close to home, so you avoid long journeys and even get to miss out on jet leg.

There is plenty to do in the Cotswolds which means that the whole family can be kept entertained, no matter what the weather. Why not have a look online and get an idea of everything the Cotswolds has to offer. You’ll probably find that you are left pleasantly surprised at the sheer amount of things that are to do in the local area, so you can be sure everyone will have a great time.

www.feathers.co.uk – The Feathers Hotel Woodstock is the perfect stopping-post, friendly, informal, but reassuringly permanent. That’s why our guests return time and again — safe in the knowledge that there will be something new to sample on the menu, that each of the bedrooms has its own character, and there will be a quiet corner or a lively table, depending on your mood. Work up an appetite with a country walk. Browse the fascinating independent shops. Lose yourself in the sheer grandeur of Blenheim Palace and its 2000 acres of parkland, where you can enjoy everything from jousting tournaments to proms concerts.
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Cotswold Holiday Cottage ?A holiday to remember is a post from: Cotswold Tourists

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If you are looking for a place in the UK to get away too then the Cotswolds could be a great choice. When it comes to accommodation in the area there is loads to choose from so you should be able to find something that suits your needs exactly.

There are lots of beautiful holiday cottages in the area. These come in a range of styles and sizes so if you shop around you’ll be able to find something that matches what you want. When you stay in a cottage you get the privacy you and your family need to enjoy a holiday together. Unlike staying in a hotel with a cottage you live to your own schedule. This means you can have breakfast or dinner when you want and come and go as you please.

You also get the whole cottage to yourselves, so you get much more room than you would staying a hotel room. For the time that you stay there it becomes your second home and you can do what you like to be comfortable.

A Cotswold holiday cottage will generally come with a garden too. This means that you and your family can get out and enjoy the fresh air, with all the comforts of home. This is especially great if you have a young family because you can put them down for an afternoon nap etc without disturbing the rest of your family’s fun.

These are just some of the reasons why Cotswolds holiday cottages are ideal if you are looking for a holiday in the UK. The great thing about holidaying in England is that everywhere is reasonable close to home, so you avoid long journeys and even get to miss out on jet leg.

There is plenty to do in the Cotswolds which means that the whole family can be kept entertained, no matter what the weather. Why not have a look online and get an idea of everything the Cotswolds has to offer. You’ll probably find that you are left pleasantly surprised at the sheer amount of things that are to do in the local area, so you can be sure everyone will have a great time.

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Luxury bed & breakfast and holiday rental accommodation in the heart of the North Cotswolds

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If you are a sun, sea and sand sort of person, then you probably won’t even think about taking UK holidays. But it’s amazing how many people don’t even consider taking a break in this country even if they were staying in one of the finest countryside cottages.

That’s a shame, because there is so much on offer here to tempt people into staying. The Cotswolds alone are filled with pretty villages, amazing history and so much to see and do that you’d need weeks on end to do it all. UK holidays are sometimes rather overlooked by people who are constantly going abroad. If you are one of them, perhaps it’s time you reconsidered your own country? Here are some convincing reasons for staying in the UK and heading to the Cotswolds.

1. Let’s think about the weather first of all. We may not get the kind of weather that other countries get, but 2009 has given us some reasonably good weeks so far. And there is usually plenty to do even when the weather isn’t on our side. Here in the Cotswolds we can give you some great UK holidays that include browsing round villages, stepping inside stately homes, and much more besides. There is a lot to see and do every single day of the year.

2. You don’t have to be near the sea to have a wonderful break either. Let’s face it, the Cotswolds aren’t located near the sea, but if you want to get a taste of the water you still have places like the Cotswolds Water Park to enjoy while you are here.

3. There is no doubt that cheap UK holidays are very tempting, especially when you have delights such as the Cotswolds available in your own country. Booking up a cottage for the week – or even for just a long weekend – can be surprisingly cheap especially when you consider that it is self catering. Perhaps this is why cheap UK holidays are more popular than ever this year, as the recession limits our choices of where to go for a break from reality.

There used to be a time when the great British holiday was something to really look forward to. It was only when package holidays abroad became more readily available that things changed. Perhaps it will take a recession to swing things back in our favour again?

After all, nothing much has changed in this country when it comes to finding fantastic destinations like the Cotswolds to go to. Stunning villages like Bourton on the Water and Banbury are still there and still drawing in the visitors, as are many other places offering a taste of history and comfort.

A lot of people go to the same foreign country and destination for years on end before deciding to change things a bit. And this year it would seem as if more people than usual are deciding to stay at home. This is largely because of the recession, which has made taking a holiday more of a luxury than a necessity for many people.

So why not stay here this year and visit us here in the Cotswolds instead of heading abroad to the beaches? You might just start a new trend…

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There are plenty of places you can stay in when you go on holiday in the Cotswolds. But arguably the best option of the lot is the country cottage. Cotswolds cottages in particular have a certain look and feel about them that makes it clear you are in this part of the country!

Here at Manor Cottages we’ve got plenty of countryside cottages in the Cotswolds that you can escape to for a weekend break or longer holiday. And there is no doubt that they are all exceptionally popular.

If you’re looking for some reasons to convince you that holidays in the UK are better when taken in a holiday cottage, the following pointers should help.

1. You can enjoy period features. Some of our cottages are hundreds of years old. Take Corner Cottage for example, which is located in Burford. This dates back to the 16th century, so who knows who may have been there before you? It’s certainly got more character and history than you would get from the average bed and breakfast location!

2. You can see what it’s like to live in a real Cotswolds cottage. We wouldn’t blame you if you wanted to up sticks and move to the Cotswolds permanently. After all, it has plenty to offer and the scenery is amazing. But staying in a Cotswolds self catering cottage for a short break is the ideal way to sample life in this part of the country. For starters many of them are constructed from real Cotswold stone. The Greys is a typical example. Situated in Chedworth, this cottage has a lot going for it – not least its wood burning stove and the classic exterior look that is common to the area.

3. The cottages are usually located in quiet areas. If you are escaping to the Cotswolds for a few days, you’re probably doing so in order to get some peace, quiet and rest. Holiday cottages are almost always situated in out of the way places, although they are still usually close enough to essential amenities to offer the best of both worlds.

4. Features such as open fires are ideal for those winter breaks. A stay in the Cotswolds isn’t just restricted to the summer months. In fact a winter break is generally a lot cheaper than a summer one, and if you find it’s a bit cold you’ll want to look for a cottage that has an open fire to use. Snuggling up in front of the fire for a romantic evening in – what could be better?

You probably don’t need any more convincing that a stay in a typical Cotswolds country cottage is the best way to enjoy a holiday in the area. And there are lots to choose from, as you’ll see from our website.

But no matter which one you settle on, you won’t find yourself too far away from all the best locations, attractions and venues worth paying a visit to. So don’t spend all day enjoying the cottage – there’s much more to see yet!

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Some pictures from our recent holiday in the Cotswolds UK where we stayed in a small village called Bourton on the Water, some pics also of the miniture model of the village & from inside the Motor Museum & Birdland also in the village, with a little Chinese music thrown in for no other reason than i have always resonated with it

We had a relaxing & peaceful time.

Enjoy.

Love & Light

Pete

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