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Our guide to luxury Gloucestershire holidays

With barley-blonde villages and valleys that gleam as gold as cider, Gloucestershire is about as Arcadian as it gets. The ancient Forest of Dean and Wye Valley are just some of its selling points; here’s the Unique guide to luxury Gloucestershire holidays.

Around every corner of Gloucestershire, you’ll discover soul-stirring views calling out to be captured on Kodak, wildflower-strewn trails, and historic pubs made for testing the local ale after exploration on foot. Whether you’re dusting off your walking boots for a hike through the Coln Valley, christening a new notepad at the Literature Festival, or donning your finest tweed for a day at Cheltenham Racecourse, you’ll find everything you need to know in our guide to luxury Gloucestershire holidays here.

We’ve mapped out where to eat, what to do, and all the must-see sights. From picking up picnic spoils at Stroud Farmers' Market to eating seasonal dishes at inns immortalised in literary classics, this is what we spend all year daydreaming about. As for where to lay your head, there are island boltholes for two and chic 17th-century farmhouse retreats fit for hosting the whole crew – and the dog, too. From Cirencester to Bourton-on-the-Water, isn’t it high time you got off the beaten track and escaped to the country?

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Locations in Gloucestershire

Whilst the towns of Cheltenham and Cirencester may vie for attention, from Bibury to Bentham, there´s plenty of sleepy villages steeped in history and winding woodland trails to explore across this charming county.

Collections in Gloucestershire

Seeking a romantic place to tete-a-tete or a country pile to fit a crowd? Our collections tick all the boxes, with hand-picked homes boasting bubbling hot tubs, tennis courts, private chefs, and secret gardens for sundowners.

Journals about Gloucestershire

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Gloucestershire FAQ´s

Looking for expert travel advice? Want to know the most famous filming locations in the county? If you have a Gloucestershire-specific query, you might find the answer here. For everything else, visit our general FAQs.

What is Gloucester famous for?

Gloucestershire boasts some of Britain’s most striking countryside. The majority of the coveted Cotswolds lies within its boundaries, as does the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

A haven for history buffs, Gloucestershire offers many landmark sites, including Chedworth Roman Villa and the impressive earthwork remains of Corinium Amphitheatre (now Cirencester), as well as the spa town of Cheltenham, with its Georgian and Regency architecture.

Was Harry Potter filmed in Gloucestershire?

Gloucester Cathedral’s impressive cloisters and corridors were once home to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Though Harry, Hermione, Ron, and Hagrid may have moved on, a trip to its hallowed halls is guaranteed to cast a spell on Potterheads across the ages.

How far is Gloucestershire from London?

Offering an easy escape from the rat race of city living, Gloucestershire is just 98 miles from London. The average journey time by train between Gloucester and London Paddington is under two hours, while driving takes on average 2 hours and 30 minutes. Ideal for a last-minute weekend of rosé-fuelled R&R.

Which notable people live in Gloucestershire?

A luxury self-catering stay in Gloucestershire promises plenty of opportunities for VIP-spotting. The Beckhams, Eddie Redmayne, Liz Hurley, and a handful of Royals – including Princess Anne, Zara and Mike Tindall, and even the King himself – all call the county home.

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Are you the keeper of a wildflower-wrapped cottage? Or the custodian of a hilltop castle? From Cirencester to Upper Slaughter, we´re seeking Gloucestershire´s most unique homes to join our growing portfolio.

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