Gloucestershire

From the gentle hills and honey-stone villages of the Cotswolds to the vibrant market towns of Stroud, Gloucester and Cheltenham, this county offers a quintessential slice of England. For history lovers, there’s 15thC Sudeley Castle and the Gothic architecture of Gloucester Cathedral. For hikers and bikers there’s the magical Forest of Dean (don’t miss the surreal Puzzlewood), and the beautiful Severn Way, which winds along the River Severn, past marshes, woodlands and Tewkesbury Abbey.

Foodies love Stroud’s farmers’ market, known for its exceptional selection of organic produce and handmade crafts, whilst its Friday night Market features artisan street food and live music. And on a lovely day, there’s nowhere prettier than the Painswick Rocco Gardens, all magical follies, blooming displays and a maze. See more of our top Kip tips for the region below.

Explore it all from one of our handpicked hideaways; we’ve got romantic treehouses and cool shepherd huts by a pub. Take your pick!