Samantha's Guidebook

Samantha
Samantha's Guidebook

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Climb to the top and take in the view of seven counties on a clear day. Walk along the Cotswold Way, through the woods to Wotton-under-Edge or head back to the village and take the Cotswold Way with its wonderful scenery to Dursley.
16 locals recommend
Tyndale Monument
Cotswold Way
16 locals recommend
Climb to the top and take in the view of seven counties on a clear day. Walk along the Cotswold Way, through the woods to Wotton-under-Edge or head back to the village and take the Cotswold Way with its wonderful scenery to Dursley.
Open Sunday to Thursday. Take the guided tour, walk the grounds. Enjoy lunch in the Walled Garden Cafe.
97 locals recommend
Berkeley Castle
97 locals recommend
Open Sunday to Thursday. Take the guided tour, walk the grounds. Enjoy lunch in the Walled Garden Cafe.
National Trust property to explore with acres of grounds.
41 locals recommend
National Trust - Newark Park
41 locals recommend
National Trust property to explore with acres of grounds.
Just across the river Severn about 30 minutes drive Chepstow is a Norman castle perched high above the banks of the river Wye in southeast Wales. Construction began at Chepstow in 1067.
112 locals recommend
Chepstow Castle
112 locals recommend
Just across the river Severn about 30 minutes drive Chepstow is a Norman castle perched high above the banks of the river Wye in southeast Wales. Construction began at Chepstow in 1067.

Food scene

Child and Dog friendly walks with access to the Cotswold Way. Cafe, deli shop, plant shop and ice cream served from the thatched hut. Play area for children.
15 locals recommend
Leaf and Ground
Dursley Road
15 locals recommend
Child and Dog friendly walks with access to the Cotswold Way. Cafe, deli shop, plant shop and ice cream served from the thatched hut. Play area for children.
Delicious cakes and lunches in the bustling Cotswold town of Wotton-under-Edge.
The Edge Coffee Shop
44 Long St
Delicious cakes and lunches in the bustling Cotswold town of Wotton-under-Edge.
Cafe in the old bank on Dursley high street with good food. Open daily.
8 locals recommend
Bank Café
80 Parsonage St
8 locals recommend
Cafe in the old bank on Dursley high street with good food. Open daily.
Now closed until further notice.
The New Inn
Now closed until further notice.
The closest pub to the house. Just under a mile away with Indian food and takeaway, small beer garden and parking.
The Black Horse
Main Road
The closest pub to the house. Just under a mile away with Indian food and takeaway, small beer garden and parking.
Italian restaurant which also delivers.
9 locals recommend
Della Casa
18 B Parsonage St
9 locals recommend
Italian restaurant which also delivers.
Eat in or takeaway
The Dilraj
37 Long St
Eat in or takeaway
Serving food lunch time only. Outdoor seating.
11 locals recommend
The Old Spot
2 Hill Rd
11 locals recommend
Serving food lunch time only. Outdoor seating.
6 locals recommend
The Royal Oak Inn
3-5 Haw St
6 locals recommend
15 locals recommend
The Falcon Steakhouse
20 Church St
15 locals recommend
19 locals recommend
The Gumstool
19 locals recommend
Serving lovingly homemade dishes, from family traditions and years of learning, perfecting and personalising dishes. A well stocked bar and private hire.
Belle's Kitchen
38 Silver St
Serving lovingly homemade dishes, from family traditions and years of learning, perfecting and personalising dishes. A well stocked bar and private hire.
Jolly Nice Farm Shop and Drive through. A great find, near Stroud.
84 locals recommend
Jolly Nice
84 locals recommend
Jolly Nice Farm Shop and Drive through. A great find, near Stroud.
A few miles drive through country lanes from Burrows Court. Farm Shop and cafe.
8 locals recommend
Tortworth Estate Shop
Box Walk
8 locals recommend
A few miles drive through country lanes from Burrows Court. Farm Shop and cafe.
Wood-fired sourdough pizzas Friday & Saturday evening. Open Wednesday to Sunday for brunch and lunch. Thistledown.org.uk/cafe-booking
9 locals recommend
Thistledown Café
Tinkley Lane
9 locals recommend
Wood-fired sourdough pizzas Friday & Saturday evening. Open Wednesday to Sunday for brunch and lunch. Thistledown.org.uk/cafe-booking
Woodchester Valley is a family owned boutique vineyard and winery in the South Cotswolds. With three vineyard sites in the Stroud valleys which produce a range of still white, rose and sparkling wines. They are located in Amberley, Woodchester and Doverow Hill (Stonehouse), with a total of 45 acres under vine. Book a tour of Woodchester vineyard and wine tasting here: woodchestervalleyvineyard.co.uk
39 locals recommend
Woodchester Valley Vineyard
Convent Lane
39 locals recommend
Woodchester Valley is a family owned boutique vineyard and winery in the South Cotswolds. With three vineyard sites in the Stroud valleys which produce a range of still white, rose and sparkling wines. They are located in Amberley, Woodchester and Doverow Hill (Stonehouse), with a total of 45 acres under vine. Book a tour of Woodchester vineyard and wine tasting here: woodchestervalleyvineyard.co.uk
https://www.roseandcrownfarmhouse.com Much More Than Your Regular Pub & very dog friendly! The Rose & Crown at Nympsfield was raised in 2017 with the goal to become a highly regarded and recommended charming pub serving the best of conditioned local ales, a farmhouse kitchen & restaurant
The Rose & Crown
High Street
https://www.roseandcrownfarmhouse.com Much More Than Your Regular Pub & very dog friendly! The Rose & Crown at Nympsfield was raised in 2017 with the goal to become a highly regarded and recommended charming pub serving the best of conditioned local ales, a farmhouse kitchen & restaurant
9 locals recommend
Wotton Farm Shop
Bradley Road
9 locals recommend
Wine, tapas and charcuterie boards. Check out their website for more information, events and how to book. thewineshackatno7.co.uk
The Wine Shack at No 7
7 Long Street
Wine, tapas and charcuterie boards. Check out their website for more information, events and how to book. thewineshackatno7.co.uk
Goodfood on the edge Open for dining Saturday nights with a set menu. Cocktails. Booking essential
Good Food On The Edge 21C
21 Long St
Goodfood on the edge Open for dining Saturday nights with a set menu. Cocktails. Booking essential
Cappinnispizza.co.uk Family run takeaway in Dursley Call 01453 542688
Cappinni's Pizza
26 Silver Street
Cappinnispizza.co.uk Family run takeaway in Dursley Call 01453 542688
Bengal Lounge
23-25 Long Street
6 locals recommend
The Tipputs Inn
6 locals recommend
21 locals recommend
The Bell Inn Selsley
Bell Lane
21 locals recommend
Pub on the high street in Dursley.
The Kings Head Dursley
Pub on the high street in Dursley.
53 Parsonage St

A fun family day out for those with young children

A must visit for families. Children will thoroughly enjoy.
49 locals recommend
Cattle Country Farm Park
49 locals recommend
A must visit for families. Children will thoroughly enjoy.
251 locals recommend
Cotswold Farm Park
251 locals recommend

Wildlife

Slimbridge Wetlands Centre. A good day out for bird enthusiasts and all the family.
Slimbridge
Slimbridge Wetlands Centre. A good day out for bird enthusiasts and all the family.

Historic

An historic unfinished gothic mansion with grounds to explore. Great for all the family.
52 locals recommend
Woodchester Mansion Trust
B4066
52 locals recommend
An historic unfinished gothic mansion with grounds to explore. Great for all the family.
Blaise Castle Estate A 650 acre Grade II* registered parkland including children’s play area, museum and castle. Admission is free.
66 locals recommend
Blaise Castle Estate
Kings Weston Road
66 locals recommend
Blaise Castle Estate A 650 acre Grade II* registered parkland including children’s play area, museum and castle. Admission is free.
11th-century building with the tomb of King Edward II who was murdered in nearby Berkeley castle 1327. Gloucester Cathedral has appeared in two Harry Potter films - Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
180 locals recommend
Gloucester Cathedral
12 College Grn
180 locals recommend
11th-century building with the tomb of King Edward II who was murdered in nearby Berkeley castle 1327. Gloucester Cathedral has appeared in two Harry Potter films - Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
133 locals recommend
Dyrham Park
133 locals recommend

Sightseeing

Canal and riverside walk. See the Purton Hulks/Ship’s graveyard, take in the view of the river Severn.
Purton
Canal and riverside walk. See the Purton Hulks/Ship’s graveyard, take in the view of the river Severn.
If you can manage the climb to the peak, the views are well worth it!
Cam Peak
Cotswold Way
If you can manage the climb to the peak, the views are well worth it!

Family day out

Science transforms lives... It begins with curiosity. We The Curious is an educational charity and interactive venue with planetarium in Bristol. Children will love it! https://www.wethecurious.org/
123 locals recommend
We The Curious
One Anchor Rd
123 locals recommend
Science transforms lives... It begins with curiosity. We The Curious is an educational charity and interactive venue with planetarium in Bristol. Children will love it! https://www.wethecurious.org/
https://www.noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk
43 locals recommend
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
Clevedon Road
43 locals recommend
https://www.noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk
Something a bit different! https://www.cotswolddiscoverytrail.com/ EXPLORE THE HISTORY AND HERITAGE OF THE COTSWOLDS WITH OUR TREASURE TRAIL MAPS AND TRAIL PACK - Follow the clues, answer the questions and discover the Cotswolds. - 2 fun filled 'screen-free' days out learning about the Cotswolds as you see the sights - Complete the treasure trails by car and explore on foot at frequent locations. - One trail in the north one in the south Cotswolds
Cotswold Discovery Trail
60 Bisley Old Road
Something a bit different! https://www.cotswolddiscoverytrail.com/ EXPLORE THE HISTORY AND HERITAGE OF THE COTSWOLDS WITH OUR TREASURE TRAIL MAPS AND TRAIL PACK - Follow the clues, answer the questions and discover the Cotswolds. - 2 fun filled 'screen-free' days out learning about the Cotswolds as you see the sights - Complete the treasure trails by car and explore on foot at frequent locations. - One trail in the north one in the south Cotswolds
Park land, play area and museum at Stroud.
30 locals recommend
Stratford Park Leisure Centre
Stratford Road
30 locals recommend
Park land, play area and museum at Stroud.
68 locals recommend
Bristol Aquarium
Anchor Road
68 locals recommend