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COTSWOLD eBikes

Cotswold eBikes believe that the best way to explore this beautiful part of the world is by bicycle, slow enough to take in the sights and sounds yet fast enough to cover some serious ground. Electric bicycles make the countryside and cycling accessible to a huge range of fitness levels, whether you want a leisurely amble or a more energetic day out, they can give you that little helping hand when the going gets tough.

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The Cotswold Range

Instructed Archery, Air Rifles and Crossbow within a multi-award winning undercover venue. All sessions are exclusive for your group and led by an Archery GB/ NSRA qualified instructor. A unique selection of games and challenges that you won’t have tried before. The Cotswold Range is the highest rated outdoor activity venue in the UK on Trip Advisor.

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Chedworth Roman Villa

A chance discovery by a gamekeeper in 1864 unearthed the existence of Chedworth Roman Villa, one of Britain's largest remaining Roman villas, dating back to the 4th Century, and it is really worth a visit to see the quite beautiful mosaics and extensive bath houses.

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Corinium Museum

Collection includes highly significant finds from the Roman town of Corinium Dobunnorum. Very inter-active and family friendly, with its full programme of events.

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Cotswold Sculpture Park

Take the meandering paths that lead round an ever-changing outdoor exhibition of contemporary sculpture, displayed in beautiful woodland with ponds, gardens and glades. Café on site. Wheelchair users may find it tricky but not impossible.

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Cotswold Wildlife Park

Founded in 1970, this privately owned wildlife park now houses one of the UK’s largest zoological collections and 160 acres of beautiful parkland. They recommend a visit of at least 4 hours. Fun for all the family.

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Cotswold Water Park

The Cotswold Water Park is an area of 40 square miles, with more than 170 lakes set across the countryside. It offers various activities including birdwatching, walking, cycling and a whole range of water sports.

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Highgrove Gardens

Home to King Charles III and the Queen Consort,  the well-renowned organic gardens are open to visitors on selected dates between April and October each year.

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Painswick Rococo Garden

The country's only complete surviving rococo garden, it was designed by Benjamin Hyett in 1740's to delight his guests; it has been painstakingly restored to its former glory since 1984, and continues to delight!

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Westonbirt Arboretum

Run by the Forestry England, Westonbirt Arboretum is an extraordinary place to visit as it has one of the most beautiful and important plant collections in the world, with 15,000 specimens, and 2,500 species of tree from all over the globe.

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CJP Cotswold Tours

CJP Tours is a family-run company providing private escorted cultural and sightseeing tours of the Cotswolds. Chris and his team of experienced and friendly local tour guides have a wealth of knowledge about the region, are excellent drivers and will adapt your tour to your interests.

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COTSWOLD Teacup Tours

Live like a local for the day! Spend a day or more exploring the Cotswolds with your knowledgeable and friendly local guide, Victoria. Teacup Tours owner Victoria will design a unique tour for you, depending on your areas of interest. Victoria knows all the prettiest villages in the Cotswolds, where to get the best fish and chips, most authentic country pubs and more!

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