London to Cotswolds: 5 Days of Exploration and Relaxation


Step off the tourist trail and uncover the Cotswolds’ best-kept secrets on this immersive five-day journey. Explore lesser-known villages like Stanway, Stanton, Naunton, and Temple Guiting, enjoying quiet walks through rolling countryside and relaxed pub lunches in true locals’ inns.

Visit timeless favourites like Lacock, Castle Combe, and Tetbury, with stops at antique shops and filming locations from Downton Abbey and Wolf Hall. Discover the historic elegance of Bath, including the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey, and enjoy a private tour of a grand Cotswold home featured in popular period dramas.

Experience the rural richness of the West Cotswolds, with visits to Minchinhampton, Bilsey, and the majestic Gloucester Cathedral. Delve into the local food scene with a tour and tasting at an organic creamery, a visit to Daylesford Farmshop, and a hands-on cooking class using fresh estate-grown produce. A perfect mix of peaceful countryside, rich heritage, and authentic flavours.

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Day 1 – The Hidden Cotswolds Loop

  • Discover hidden gems like Stanway, Stanton, Naunton, and Temple Guiting
  • Avoid tourist-heavy stops for a more authentic countryside experience
  • Learn local stories and history from a guide who knows the quiet routes
  • Enjoy a relaxing pub lunch in a true locals’ favorite village inn
  • Ideal for return visitors or those seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure

Day 2 – Villages by Foot & Pub Lunch

  • Begin your day with a peaceful countryside walk between iconic villages
  • Enjoy a hearty pub lunch at a handpicked local inn, tailored to the season
  • Walk through landscapes of rolling hills, brooks, and golden stone cottages
  • End the day with a guided driving tour of nearby villages you haven’t seen yet
  • Ideal for those wanting a slower, more intimate way to explore the Cotswolds

Day 3 – South Cotswolds & Bath

  • Explore the villages and towns of Lacock, Castle Combe and Tetbury.
  • Walking tour of the glorious City of Bath.
  • Visit the remarkable Roman Baths & Bath Abbey.
  • Shopping for antiques in Tetbury, a town with numerous antique shops and the Royal Highgrove shop.
  • Discover the filming sites of Downton Abbey, Harry Potter and Wolf Hall in the village of Lacock.

Day 4 – Private Manor & West Cotswolds Tour

  • Enjoy a private, behind-the-scenes experience in one of the finest historic houses in the Cotswolds.
  • Discover the charm of the house, which has featured in popular shows like Poldark, Lark Rise to Candleford, and Wolf Hall.
  • Explore the dramatic landscapes and picturesque villages of the West Cotswolds, including Minchinhampton and Bilsey.
  • Dive into the historical and cultural richness of the Cotswolds with visits to enchanting spots like Painswick and the iconic Gloucester Cathedral.

Day 5 – Farm to Fork: A Cotswold Food Journey

  • Explore an award-winning organic creamery with behind-the-scenes access to the cheesemaking process
  • Taste four artisanal cheeses made on-site from estate-raised cows
  • Visit the iconic Daylesford Organic Farmshop for browsing and inspiration
  • Participate in a hands-on English cooking class featuring a full three-course meal
  • Enjoy breathtaking rural scenery and authentic local experiences
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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