Gloucester an excellent base for the Cotswolds and Forest of Dean.
It's not all about the city of Gloucester. Gloucestershire is home to some of the most beautiful countryside in Britain. Whether you want to see the chocolate box villages of the Cotswolds or explore the Royal Forest of Dean there are plenty of resons to extend your stay in Gloucester.
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The Cotswolds
If you’ve visited before – or if you’re planning a visit for the first time – remember, the Cotswolds occupies an area larger than a few villages. The area in the north of the Cotswolds includes villages such as Bourton-on-the-Water, Winchcombe and Chipping Campden; whilst to the South, the area has a slightly wilder nature, especially in the beautiful five valleys around Stroud.
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Forest of Dean
Whether you are planning to visit Gloucester for a day or longer, the Forest of Dean is only a stone’s throw from the city of Gloucester. One of England's few remaining ancient forests. With its rich and varied landscape, the area provides endless interest for walkers, historians, artists and nature-lovers. More about the Forest of Dean
Cheltenham
Cheltenham Spa is home to an excellent festivals programme including the excellent Cheltenham Gold Cup, spectacular regency architecture and excellent shopping. Only a short bus or train journy away from Gloucester it is an excellent day out from the city.
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Cheltenham
The Spa town of Cheltenham has been welcoming visitors for almost three hundred years, ever since...
Bourton on the Water
Probably the most popular village in the Cotswolds, and often referred to as the "Venice of the...
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