Family Escape: 6 Days of Cotswolds Fun & Adventure


Embark on the perfect family escape where history, nature, and magical moments come to life. Visit the awe-inspiring Gloucester Cathedral, famously featured in the Harry Potter films, where kids and adults alike can walk the cloisters just like young wizards. Climb to the top of Broadway Tower for sweeping views and a bit of Cotswolds legend, then explore the storybook charm of traditional Cotswold villages like Bourton-on-the-Water. Dive into medieval drama at Warwick Castle, complete with live shows, dungeons, and archery. Experience hands-on fun with a farm visit and meet friendly animals before heading off on a delightful alpaca walk through the countryside. Experience our family cottage tea experience, where you can bake your own sweet treats. Ready for a week your family will never forget?

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Day 1 – Family Fun in the Cotswolds

  • Climb Broadway Tower for sweeping countryside views.
  • Explore Broadway village with parks, cafés, and sweet shops.
  • Paddle in the streams of the Slaughters and spot Tolkien’s door in Stow-on-the-Wold. 
  • Step into history at Sudeley Castle and enjoy a pub lunch or cream tea.
  • Meet animals at Cotswold Wildlife Park and Cotswold Farm Park

Day 2 – Family Cottage Tea Experience

  • Tailor your morning to suit your interests with visits to a variety of family attractions or charming villages.
  • Join our famous local baker in her beautiful Cotswold home for an exclusive afternoon tea baking session.
  • Learn the secrets to creating perfect scones, sponges, and shortbreads, and create a British Family Bake Off!
  • Enjoy your homemade goodies either inside the cozy historic farmhouse or outside in the lush garden, surrounded by stunning views of the Cotswold countryside.

Day 3 – Old McDonald Farm Tour & Warwick Castle

  • Hands-on farm experience in the beautiful English countryside.
  • Meet Mervyn, a local farmer known as Mr Old McDonald, with fascinating stories to share.
  • Feed the animals and participate in farming activities.
  • Authentic British farm experience, unique to England.
  • Tailor the afternoon to your preferences, with options to visit Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle, or explore Cotswold countryside villages.

Day 4 – Alpacas in the Garden: A Manor Walk Experience

  • Walk with friendly alpacas in the stunning Cotswold countryside
  • Discover a historic manor dating back to the 12th century
  • Wander vibrant gardens, koi ponds & 400-year-old oaks
  • Sip homemade apple juice from a heritage orchard
  • Perfect for small groups — calm, joyful, unforgettable!

Day 5 – Walk with Hawks

  • Get up close and personal with a variety of birds of prey with the unique “Walk with Hawks” experience on a local farm.
  • Capture incredible photos and create unforgettable memories with this hands-on experience.
  • Explore the stunning North Cotswolds region, with charming, off-the-beaten-track villages with their iconic thatched cottages, unspoilt landscapes, and historic sites.
  • Discover the delights of the Cotswolds’ boutique farm shops and wander through glorious gardens.
  • Step back in time as you visit historic castles and private manor houses nestled in the Cotswolds.

Day 6 – Hogwarts Filming Locations

  • Step into the breathtaking medieval cloisters where iconic scenes from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and Chamber of Secrets were filmed.
  • Discover fascinating stories about how Gloucester Cathedral transformed into Hogwarts.
  • Admire the stunning fan-vaulted ceilings, intricate stonework, and centuries-old Gothic and Romanesque architecture.
  • Learn about the cathedral’s 1,300-year legacy, the Benedictine monks who once lived here, and the final resting place of King Edward II.
  • Pair your visit with a trip to the charming Cotswolds, historic Cheltenham, or family-friendly attractions.
14 August 2025

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This company is awesome, they are revitalising what can be done in the countryside and are bringing locals with stories to tell closer to mainstream tourism. We met local farmers, a bee-keeper, we learnt to stonewall, read unseen letters from Elizabeth I at a private castle and even had tea with the owner and gardener of a private Cotswold manor. Our 5 days in the Cotswolds was truly like no...

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