At Prestbury Park in March, the famous festival of horseracing takes place. Cheltenham Festival is four days of top class jump racing against the backdrop of the Cotswold Hills in Gloucestershire. For those four days it also becomes the second home to thousands of Irish race goers who travel across the “little pond” to England [...]
Learn history firsthand in Gloucester!
Gloucester has many wonderful attractions and activities to choose from today, and many of these are built around its fascinating history. When you are in the area, it would be a shame to miss out on a visit to this interesting city. You can choose to see heritage sites which are centuries old or take [...]
Ghostly Gloucestershire – England’s Most Haunted County!
Gloucestershire is allegedly the most haunted county in England. Perhaps all of this ghostly activity is a legacy of the geographic position and the battles that were fought here, most famously the War of the Roses and the pivotal Battle of Tewkesbury. According to the folklore, you are likely to encounter a ghost quite regularly.
Summer 2012 Accommodation
We’re delighted to announce that, apart from a week in November, and a couple of weeks each in both December and January, Cooks Green Holiday Cottage is now booked up until the end of the April of 2012. Having filled up for the whole first quarter of the year, April the 28th 2012 is currently [...]
The Life of JRR Tolkien
J.R.R. Tolkien, also known as John Ronald Reuel Tolkien was born on the 3rd of January, 1892. He was an English poet, writer, philologist, and university professor. He is a recognised author of some of the most famous fantasy works. From 1925 to sometime around 1945, JRR Tolkien was Rawlinson and Bosworth professor of Anglo-Saxon [...]
Great Theatres Near Us
One of the most renowned Gloucestershire arts and entertainment venues is the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham. It offers attendees a full line-up of performances, shows and special events covering the various genres of arts from opera, dance, drama and ballet to music and comedy. There is also the ever popular family panto. The theatre was [...]
The Three Counties Showground
When looking for the perfect place for both outdoor and indoor show, the Three Counties Showground is the place to go. It offers the usual camping and convoy facilities to their customers which draws more crowds to the venue. It is situated in Malvern, Worcestershire and the famous annual agricultural show is held in this [...]
Places to enjoy a walk in Gloucestershire
Taking a walk in the countryside has some great advantages. It is refreshing, healthy, uplifting, and very relaxing. While walking in Gloucestershire you get to enjoy the scenery. You take in the fresh air, experience the gentle breeze, see the beautiful flowers, hear the birds sing, and feel the touch of the countryside.
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