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UncovertetbUryKnown as the ‘southern gateway to the cotswolds’ tetbury hasmuch to offer in its own right. centuries of history mirrored inits architecture, royal connections and even a dolphin or two.add to this an array of individual shops, cafés and inns andyou need look no further for your stay in the cotswolds.
where to stayThe Close combines the best of
town and country, being right in
the centre but with the bonus of
a walled garden. This 16th century
townhouse oozes charm and
character, as does The Priory,
also centrally situated and
renowned for its wood-fired
pizzas and dry-aged steak.
hidden gemsLocal lore: Dolphins feature on the
Market Hall and on the town crest.
Legend has it that either a local man
was saved by two dolphins, or that
the dolphins saved a locally-owned
ship from sinking. Whatever the
truth, the dolphin is now the symbol
of the town. Feoffees is not a
mis-spelling of coffee, but the term
for four residents who bought the
Market Hall for the town in1633.
It is still owned by public-spirited
locals.
top tipWalk down Chipping Street to
the Goods Shed Art Centre and
Whistle Stop Café. The former
railway buildings now house a
thriving arts centre hosting film
nights, exhibitions and craft
workshops. The Rail Lands Park
is ideal for an after-lunch stroll,
bike ride or work out.
Tetbury is the second largest town in the Cotswolds. Built on the site of a Saxon
hill fort, its prosperity stems from the medieval wool trade. Look up at the steep
gables of the wool merchants’ houses, and climb the Chipping Steps lined with
weavers’ cottages – architectural heritage in abundance! The town centre is a
conservation area and many buildings have graded listing.
day 1The Market House is the centrepiece of
Tetbury – physically and historically.
The Grade I listed building dates from
1651, and the town was granted a market
charter in the Middle Ages. Markets are
still held here twice a week. Look one way
to glimpse St Mary’s Church – worth a
visit to see the box pews – before exploring
all the individual shops in Long Street.
Antique shops, fashion boutiques and
art galleries all feature, as does HRH
Prince Charles’s own shop Highgrove.
There are plenty of teashops and cosy
inns to tempt you along the way too!
hidden gemsChavenage House may seem very
familiar to film buffs, as it features
as Trenwith in Poldark and can be
spotted in scenes from Wolf Hall
and Larkrise to Candleford.
This atmospheric gem has barely
changed since Tudor times. Built
much later, but using traditional
materials, is the wonderful Arts and
Crafts house Rodmarton Manor.
Both properties are open to the
public.
top tipFor a truly relaxing stay head for
Calcot Manor and Spa, just a few
miles from Tetbury. This converted
farmhouse is a true rural retreat.
day 2Tetbury is the Cotswold town with
the most royal connections. Just
outside is HRH Prince Charles’s house
Highgrove – a tour of the remarkable
gardens is a must. HRH Princess Anne
lives close by at Gatcombe Park which
hosts the annual festival of eventing.
Also nearby is Westonbirt, the national
Arboretum, with its treetop walk, play
trail and some 15,000 trees from across
the globe – beautiful in every season.
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