Because of our wonderful location in Gloucestershire, we are ideally based for our visitors to take a variety of day trips either under their own steam or with some of the tour companies in the area. Coach Day trips are inexpensive and you will be able to see the countryside while experienced tour guides look [...]
Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2013
Book early at Cooks Green Cottage as the Cheltenham Jazz Festival is always a popular event that draws a huge crowd of music loving families from across the UK and the world. The festival which runs from May 1st bank holiday to 6th May this year 2013 represents the start of the summer for Cheltenham [...]
A History of Gloucestershire Weather
As we’ve slipped into another spell of unseasonal freezing weather with snow and ice, we thought it would be interesting to look at some of the weather events that have shaped the county through the years and how the prevailing weather systems from the southwest affect aspects of Gloucestershire life. Of course, it would not [...]
6 Interesting Facts About Gloucestershire
There are so many interesting facts and figures about Gloucestershire and we come across new ones from time to time. It is always so interesting to find out global impact from long ago events or little snippets of information that add interest to the different places of interest that can be visited around the county. [...]
Taking the Waters of Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds
After the excesses of feasting and over indulgence at Christmas and New Year, most of us are frantically making resolutions to lose a few pounds, take up exercise, or live more healthily. Of course looking back to the heyday of the famous spa towns of Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, “taking the waters” was a popular [...]
Christmas in Gloucestershire
Imagine sitting by a real fire on Christmas Eve with a glass of mulled wine, and a Christmas tree aglow with twinkling fairy lights. While the dog is curled up blissfully on the hearth and the children are drinking bedtime hot chocolate, it is time to relax as you watch the flames and listen to [...]
Gloucestershire Holidays
To experience the essence of England, Gloucestershire holidays are one way to capture all that is the best of the English countryside and way of life. Sleepy villages, spectacular scenery, fresh country produce, charming cottages, stately homes, fine architecture, and natural spas are just some of the attractions that Gloucestershire holidays offer. Situated in the [...]
Fishing in Gloucestershire
Nothing could be more relaxing than a spot of fishing when staying at Cooks Green Holiday Cottage. Whether you are an enthusiast or beginner, a lazy day at one of Gloucestershire’s fine lakes or rivers could be just the way to idle away a few hours in picturesque locations. Take a fine picnic of local [...]
