The Cotswolds has a wide and varied choice of Tourist Holiday Attractions to suite all types, tastes, adults, and children of all ages to ensure you and the family are kept entertained and delighted during your stay in this area of outstanding natural beauty.
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See also :- Steam Railways in and around the Cotswolds Cotswold Towns and Villages to Visit Motoring Enthusiasts - Prescott Speed Hill Climb For a selection of things to see and do with children Top Outstanding Things in the Cotswolds See also for - Bath attractions See also for - Bristol attractions See also for - Stratford-upon-Avon attractions See also for - Warwick attractions |
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Athelstan Museum at Malmesbury Athelstan Museum tells the history of Malmesbury, an attractive hill top town built to a Saxon road plan on the site of a 2,800 year old Iron Age hill fort and the area of North Wiltshire that surrounds it.
The town of Malmesbury lies on the edge of the Cotswolds and is a great place for a family day out. Malmesbury Lace is famous, as is the Abbey and there are a number of famous individuals associated with the town including King Athelstan (grandson of King Alfred the Great), first king of all England; Eilmer the flying monk over 1000 years ago; Thomas Hobbes, the renowned philosopher; Walter Powell M.P. who vanished at sea in a hot air balloon. |
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| Avon Valley Steam Railway
Located at Bitton Station midway between Bristol and Bath on the A431 one mile from Keynsham.
The Avon Valley Railway is more than just a train ride, offering a whole new experience for some or a nostalgic memory for others. The track now extends south to the proposed location of a new platform at the River Avon with the opening planned during 2003. Passengers will be able to enjoy walks in the surrounding countryside, as well as the many attractions the River Avon has to offer. Open certain dates from March to January. Avon Valley Railway,
Bitton Railway Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD.
Tel: 0117 932 5538. Web site: www.avonvalleyrailway.org. |
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| Bibury Trout Farm
For adults and older children. The Bibury Trout Farm is one of the oldest and attractive trout farms in the country. High quality trout reared to supply angling waters and for fishing by visitors. Gift shop, beginners fishing lessons (summer), fresh and smoked trout sales, and cafe.
Open Summer and Winter. Bibury Trout Farm, Bibury, GL7 5NL. For Places to Stay in and nearby to Bibury - See Accommodation Bibury, Burford and Cirencester. |
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| Birdland - Park and Gardens
For Adults and children of all ages. Birdland at Bourton-on-the-Water is set in Seven acres of woodland, river and gardens, inhabited by over 500 birds, flamingos, pelicans, penguins and cranes, 50 aviaries, also tropical, temperate, and desert houses. Picnic areas, cafe, gifts and play area. Open all year. Birdland, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2BN. For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold and Guiting Power. |
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| British Motor Museum
Explore the British Motor Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of historic British cars. Take a walk down the 'Time Road' and discover how both motoring and family life has changed through the decades including period music and memorable events such as the introduction of double yellow lines. Travel through 'Making British Cars' and see how influential the motor industry has been over the years and where it is heading in the future. Get 'Under The Skin' and unravel the mystery of how cars work with interactive exhibits. Experience how suspension has improved over time and compare the difference between rack and pin and power steering. Enjoy a free guided tour with one of the enthusiastic guides who will help bring the cars to life. There is also an onsite café serving hot and cold meals and snacks. Check our website for information on great school holiday activities and special weekend motoring events. Buy one day, get 12 months free. As we are a registered charity you can qualify for a 12 month GiftAid admission ticket at no extra cost. Simply agree to donate your entry and we claim back 25p in every £1 from the Inland Revenue. In return we will give you a 12 month admission ticket. This ticket is not valid on 5 event days per year. See website for more details. For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Banbury and |
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| Cotswold Farm Park
A rare farm family treat in the heart of the Cotswolds From Gloucester cattle to Guernsey goats, Cotswold sheep to crested ducks, there's a rare breed for every week of the year. Daily demonstrations, tractor school and farm safari ride. Touch barn, adventure playground, bouncy pillows, conservation area, gift shop and café. A: Cotswold Farm Park, Guiting Power, Nr. Cheltenham, Glos. GL54 5UG |
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| Cotswold Falconry Centre
Open mid February to mid November 10.30am to 5.30pm. |
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| Cotswold Water Park & Keynes Country Park The Cotswolds Water Park is for adults and children of all ages. Britain's largest Water Park - 132 great lakes south of Cirencester. All outdoor needs are satisfied including:- nature reserves, country parks, water sports, Thames Path, cycling, fishing, riding, caravanning and camping. Safe summer bathing , lakeside cafe, walks cycling, barbecues, children's play area, bike, boat, and surf bike hire. Waterland outdoor activities centre. Disabled wheelchair access at Keynes Country Park. Open all year. Cotswold Water Park & Keynes Country Park, Shorncote, Cirencester, GL5 6DF. Tel: 01285 860186. Web site: www.waterpark.org. Directions: 3.5 miles west of A419 Spine Road junction. For nearby Places to Stay - See Accommodation at Cirencester. |
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| Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens
Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens is located near Burford and is for adults and children of all ages. The Park exhibits over 260 animal species in approximately 160 acres of parkland and beautiful gardens with a fine variety of plants around a setting of a listed Victorian Manor House. Facilities include cafe, picnic areas, adventure playground, narrow-gauge railway, and gift shop. Disabled wheelchair access provided for. Dog Friendly. Open all year. Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens, Burford, Oxfordshire, OX18 4JP. Tel: 01993 823006. Web site: www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk. For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Burford. |
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| Dunkirk Mill Centre
The Dunkirk Mill Centre offers a wonderful opportunity to see a see a massive working water wheel directly powering a rare piece of historic textile machinery. The overshot wheel, twelve feet wide and thirteen feet in diameter, was installed in the mill in 1855 as part of the last major re-building programme carried out during its time as a woollen mill. It was made and installed by James Ferrabee of Stroud having a mainly cast iron frame with forty steel buckets. The wheel is operated regularly on opening days, (subject to water supply), and the sight of the wheel starting to move in a powerful cascade of water is unforgettable. The Dunkirk Mill Centre has been made possible with the assistance of a grant from the Local Heritage Initiative. Please note there is no public parking on site except for disabled visitors. You can park in the Cycle Path car park behind Egypt Mill just off the A46 on the edge of Nailsworth and follow the cycle trail, it isn’t far and it is a beautiful walk. Stroud Road, Nailsworth, GL5 2HP -
Telephone: 01453 766273 For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Nailsworth, Stroud, Painswick, Minchinghampton, Tetbury, Wooton-under-Edge. |
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SimAir 737 Flight Simulation SimAir 737 The Most Exciting Flight Simulator Experience in UKFly out of Gloucester Airport…. Fly all over the world….The Sky is yours! Choose your Flight Experience from the Flight Sim Shop. Your Exciting experience will start with your arrival at our reception area, where we will book you in and introduce you to your pilot instructor for the day. Website: www.simair737.com |
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| Hereford & Gloucester Canal Trust
Since 1983 the Trust has pursued its aim to fully restore the 34 miles of canal and locks which will once again link Hereford with Ledbury, Dymock, Newent and the rest of the inland waterway system at Gloucester. Their policy is to develop significant showpiece lengths of the canal in each county, working towards the full restoration. Some of the original 22 locks were extremely deep so the restoration will include a few extra locks to make them all a practical depth. Web: www.h-g-canal.org.uk |
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| Gloucester Antiques Centre
Founded in 1978 by Eddie Cook, Gloucester Antiques Centre is one of the longest established antiques centres in the UK. Located in a former Victorian Grain Warehouse known as “The Lock Warehouse”, Gloucester Antiques Centre is one of the largest antiques centres in the region. We offer the widest range of antiques and collectables in the West of England. With over 20,000 square feet, we have a massive selection of antiques and collectables all under one roof. Gloucester Antiques Centre |
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| Gloucester City Museum & Art Gallery The museum's fascinating displays are housed in a fine Victorian Building in the heart of the City and contains many items of national and international importance. Among the spectacular collection are the archaeological finds, fine and decorative arts, and natural history specimens representing Gloucester's rich heritage. A visit to the City Museum and Art Gallery will tell you so much about the early history of Gloucester. As well as fascinating Roman and Mediaeval displays there are dinosaurs, fossils, paintings, clocks, furniture, the stunning Birdlip Mirror and lots more. A wide range of exquisite touring exhibitions and an exciting programme of events, hands-on activities, are held throughout the year. Whether you are a researcher, a professional, an amateur, or an enthusiast about archaeology, fine art, science or history there are plenty of objects in our collection to grab your attention. And if you are visiting us a parent, grand parent or a child of any age, there is always something to do for children, interactive and other hands-on activities. OPENING TIMES: Tuesday to Saturday all year, 10.00-17.00. |
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| Gloucester Docks and the Sharpness Canal
The former dock estate has become a popular destination where visitors can enjoy shops, museums and refreshment places or just wander around the quays, looking at a variety of historic buildings and interesting vessels on the water. An information office near the Southgate Street entrance is run by the Gloucester Docks Trading Co., who are responsible for the routine management of the area. Telephone 01452 311190 |
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| Gloucester Folk Museum
Gloucester Folk Museum is one of the oldest-established museums dedicated to social history. The collections have been drawn together through mainly gifts from the entire county of Gloucestershire, and represent one of the most fascinating collections of such material. From treen (small wooden items), to the intriguing story of the river Severn fisheries, from historic costume to the life of the dairy; from the reconstructed Victorian classroom to the original pin factory - all of these plus hundreds of other elements of our local history are to be found here. Set in Tudor timber-framed buildings, one of which was traditionally associated with the final night of the protestant martyr, Bishop Hooper, the Folk Museum is a complex of rooms on different levels and with a unique ambience that makes it a popular sight for locals and visitors. Behind the chocolate-box facade is a museum which is both larger than seems possible, and constantly surprising. No visit to Gloucestershire is complete without seeing the treasures and curiosities on display here. A wide range of exhibitions, hands-on activities, events, demonstrations and role play sessions are held throughout the year. There is an attractive cottage garden and a courtyard area for events, often with live animals, and outside games. OPENING TIMES: Tuesday to Saturday all year, 10.00-17.00. |
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| The Gloucestershire Guild of Craftsmen The Gloucestershire Guild of Craftsmen is dedicated to promoting contemporary designer crafts. A resource for those seeking high quality British contemporary designer crafts, whether it be for education about the crafts and design, or be exhibition curators, or be public art consultants, or be those inspired to purchase or commission specially designed and made items. A permanent Gallery in Painswick provides the opportunity to buy members work all the year round. See the history of the Cotswolds Arts and Crafts Movement. Guild Gallery, For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Painswick. |
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| Gloucestershire & Warwickshire Steam Railway
The Steam Railway is based at Toddington (between Broadway and Winchcombe) and operates a round trip of 13 miles to just beyond Gotherington a few miles from Cheltenham Racecourse. Departing from the restored station at Toddington you will travel past the village of Didbrook and the site of Hayles Abbey onto Winchcombe and finally Gotherington. The line is being extended to Cheltenham Racecourse and will be open 2003. Good views of the Cotswolds Hills can be seen from both sides of the train. Open certain dates throughout the year. Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, Toddington, Gloucestershire, GL54 5DT. Tel 01242 621405. Web site: www.gwsr.com For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Winchcombe and Broadway. |
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| Edward Jenner Museum
Edward Jenner became world famous following his publication in 1798 in which he demonstrated that vaccination with cowpox prevented the deadly smallpox. As use of his treatment spread he found that he had to spend more and more of his time answering correspondence about it. He called himself 'the Vaccine Clerk to the World'. He continued to advise and research on the safest ways to produce and transport his cowpox vaccine. |
Telephone 01453 810631 The Edward Jenner Museum & For Museum Opening Times see website.
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| Lodge Park and Sherborne Estate
Lodge Park, situated on the picturesque Sherborne Estate in the Cotswolds, was created in 1634 by John 'Crump' Dutton and inspired by his passion for gambling, banqueting and entertaining. Until 1983 it was the home of Charles Dutton, 7th Lord Sherborne, and, when bequeathed, it was the first project undertaken by the Trust that relied totally on archaeological evidence. Visitors can now experience how the unique grandstand would have looked in the 17th century and enjoy the impressive views of the deer course and park, which was designed by Charles Bridgeman in the 1720s. Wonderful walks around the surrounding Sherborne Estate cover 1,650 hectares (4,000 acres) of beautiful rolling countryside, and include the restored and working water meadows and sweeping views of the River Windrush. The village of Sherborne is divided into two parts, with the East End exploiting the model village design of the mid 19th century, and the West End retaining many of the older buildings in the village. Lodge Park, Aldsworth, nr Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 3PP |
Standard Admission Grandstand: £5, child £2.80, family £12.50. |
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| Longleat Safari Park
In 1966 Longleat opened the first Safari Park outside of Africa. Today it is difficult to imagine the furore aroused when Longleat’s plans for a 100-acre lion reserve were made public. There were dire warnings of big cats running amok in the Wiltshire countryside, local clergymen were up in arms and there were even questions asked in the Houses of Parliament. In spite of the fears however the concept of a drive through safari park proved hugely popular and forty years on, Longleat Safari Park remains one of the country’s leading wildlife attractions. But that’s not all… Longleat now encompasses a wide range of attractions to suit visitors of all ages… find yourself going round in circles in the Longleat Hedge Maze, journey on the Safari Boats for a sea-lion escorted cruise, enjoy a fun-packed ride on the Longleat Railway, let the kids let off steam in the Adventure Castle and more… your day at Longleat will never be long enough! Contact: All attractions open:
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| Model Village
For adults and older children. The model of the actual village of Bourton-on-the-Water built of Cotswold stone to 1/9th scale in 1937. The river Windrush flows under Bourton's famous bridges. The beeches, Cherries and chestnuts are all in miniature. Music in the churches and of course the model of the model. Open all year. The Model Village, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2AF. Tel: 01451 820467. For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold & Guiting Power. For information on the village see - Bourton-on-the Water. |
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| Museum in the Park
The Museum welcomes families and children and has something to offer visitors of all ages. Whether you are visiting the District or have lived here for many years, you are sure to find something that interests, inspires or amazes you. Look out for our exciting programme of family fun events during half term, Easter and Summer holidays. Most events are free and take place on Wednesdays during the school holidays. You might find yourself meeting an inventor from Stroud's past, listening to tales of life long ago, hunting for treasure or getting creative with drawing and making activities. We are within easy walking distance of Stroud railway station, bus station and town centre. Look for the old Mansion House in Stratford Park next door to Stratford Park Leisure Centre. The Museum in the Park, Stroud District Museum Service, Stratford Park, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 4AF For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Nailsworth, Stroud, Painswick, Minchinghampton, Tetbury, Wooton-under-Edge |
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| National Waterways Museum
The National Waterways Museum at Gloucester Docks bring the history of Britain’s waterways to life.Through interactive displays, recordings of former dock and canal workers, archive film footage and exhibits you can explore the fascinating story of this revolutionary transport system. Climb aboard historic boats and discover what life was like living and working on our waterways. The original National Waterways Museum at Gloucester is housed in a Victorian warehouse at Gloucester Docks, in the city of Gloucester. It has a collection of boats including narrowboats, river barges, canal and river tugs, and a steam powered dredger. There is also a steam crane and heavy oil engine in the setting of a canal repair yard, complete with working machine shop, forge and weighbridge. Opening hours |
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| Prinknash Bird and Deer Park
Prinknash Bird & Deer Park is situated in the Cotswolds just 3 miles from Painswick and is nestled in a beautiful valley where you will find a stunning New Visitor Centre with south facing balconies overlooking the park. You you can enjoy a casual cup of coffee here whilst soaking up the atmosphere of the park and there is a very good gift shop attached. Inside the park there is a large collection of waterfowl, all of whom are free There are follies for children to play in and a large collection of peafowl who in the summer display their beautiful feathers as you walk around the park. Of course there are many other inmates to meet, be it the miniature donkeys, pygmy goats or the famous Rudolph & Prancer making the trip complete. Open all year. Prinknash Park, Cranham, GL4 8EX. Tel: 01452 812727. Directions: M5 Junction 11a, on A46 between Cheltenham and Stroud. For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Painswick. |
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| West Midland Safari & Leisure Park
The Safari and Leisure Park caters for adults and children with many wild animals to see and drive next to. The children will love the leisure park with many amusements. The Park is situated on the A456 between Kidderminster and Bewdley and is open 7 days each week, including Bank Holidays, from Saturday 16 March until Sunday 3 November 2002. West Midland Safari and Leisure Park, Spring Grove, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1LF. E-mail groups@wmsp.co.uk, web site - www.wmsp.co.uk. For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Worcester. |
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| Saint Augustines Farm
About the farm: A real working organic dairy farm in the Severn Vale, St Augustines is a typical dairy farm of over 100 acres where the everyday farm life will go on around you. Watch the cows being milked in a herringbone parlour every afternoon, talk to the farmer as he works and find out where your milk comes from. Help feed the baby calves and visit the farm animals in the paddocks. Follow the farm trail to see over 50 acres and see our wildlife in its natural habitat. Explore the mini woodland trail. Go back in history and discover a vanished era in our bygones collection. Join in the Fun on the Farm. -Indoor and outdoor activities - Acres to Explore. On the farm you will be able to enjoy a whole host of activities.
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Open bank holidays. St Augustines Farm,
Arlingham,
Gloucestershire.
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| Slimbridge Wetland Centre
With an astounding array of wildlife from Water Voles to seals, hares to dragonflies, Slimbridge is home to the world's largest collection of swans, geese, and ducks. It is also the only place in the world where you can see all six species of Flamingo. The vision of Sir Peter Scott, Slimbridge holds international significance as the headquarters of the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) and it is here that the world renowned experts of WWT Consulting and Species Conservation are based. This leading conservation reserve of 325 hectares of internationally protected wetlands including a Site of Specific Scientific Interest (SSSI) a Ramsar Site and Special Protection Area (SPA) is managed by WWT. A year round programme of walks, arts, events, workshops, talks and spectacular wildlife encounters are a fantastic way for everyone to connect to their natural surroundings. Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust More information : Slimbridge Wetland Centre |
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| Sudeley Castle
Welcome to Sudeley Castle Romantic ruins, award-winning gardens and one thousand years of fascinating history are among the many reasons to visit the ‘Queen of the Cotswolds’. Sudeley Castle nestles Romantic ruins, award-winning gardens and 1000 years of fascinating history are among the many reasons to visit Sudeley Castle & Gardens. Set against the backdrop of the Cotswolds hills in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Sudeley Castle & Gardens has played an important role in England’s history, boasting royal connections that stretch back over 1,000 years. Inside, the castle contains many fascinating treasures from ancient Roman times to the present day. Outside, the castle is surrounded by award-winning gardens and a breathtaking 1,200 acre estate. Located only eight miles from the picturesque Cheltenham, Sudeley Castle & Gardens is the only private castle in England to have a queen buried within the grounds. The last of Henry VIII’s six wives, Katherine Parr, lived and died in the castle. She is now entombed in a beautiful 15th century church found within the award-winning gardens.
A host of exciting events features throughout the year – check the calendar for upcoming days out for the whole family to enjoy. From ‘Katherine Parr Day’ to the exciting Classic Car Rally, there’s sure to be something to please everyone. Also explore the additional rooms now open, including the Major’s Dressing Room, the Morning Room, the Sewing Room, and the Haunted Staircase, as well as private bedrooms. These rooms form part of an extended and revamped route around the castle, which includes the fascinating ‘20 Treasures of Sudeley’. A collection of artefacts and works of art of great historical importance which include Katherine Parr’s love letters, lacework reputedly made by Anne Boleyn, bed hangings made for Marie Antoinette and Charles I’s personal beer jugs. Sudeley Castle’s magnificent gardens are world-renowned, providing variety and colour from spring through to autumn. The centrepiece is the Queens Garden, so named because four of England’s queens – Anne Boleyn, Katherine Parr, Lady Jane Grey and Elizabeth I – once admired the hundreds of varieties of roses found in the garden. St Mary’s Church is bordered by the White Garden, rich with peonies, clematis, roses and tulips, where Katherine Parr and her companion, Lady Jane Grey would have entered the church for daily prayers. The Knot Garden is based on a dress pattern worn by Elizabeth I in a portrait which hangs in the castle and a tranquil carp pond is set opposite the ruins of the 15th Century Tithe Barn. The famed Adventure Playground features a giant wooden play fort for younger visitors to enjoy, along with a pheasantry to enthral little ones. Additionally there’s a picnic area and Terrace Café serving drinks, light lunches and cakes. The Visitor Centre also offers a range of vintage items, together with souvenirs and locally produced gifts and crafts, to complete the perfect day out. Address: Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, GL54 5JD Tel: General Enquiries: Mon-Fri: 01242 602308 Sat-Sun: 01242 604244 |
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| Tetbury Police Museum
The museum is mainly dedicated to the history of the Gloucestershire Constabulary, founded in 1839 despite a petition raised by the people of Compton Greenfield against the necessity of forming a police force in Gloucestershire at all! There is a copy of this petition in the museum and a photo of Gloucestershire first Chief Constable Mr. Anthony Thomas Lefroy. A number of interesting displays of photographs and equipment show the history of policing. Our resident Sergeant is always on duty in the station watching over the prisoners, local troublemakers and the public as he has done for over a hundred years. In the first floor courtroom there is a complete magistrates court with a display using models and depicting hearing, as it would have been in the late 1940's or early 1950's. Tetbury Police Museum is fast becoming one of the main attractions for all ages of visitors to the town and well worth a visit if you like history. It is open daily Monday to Friday, from 10am to 3 p.m. and at other times by appointment. Tetbury Police Museum, The Old Court House, 63 Long Street, For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Nailsworth, Stroud, Painswick, Minchinghampton, Tetbury, Wooton-under-Edge |
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| The Toy and Collectors Museum
For both adults and children. A fascinating display of teddy bears and dolls with many other Victorian and later toys, trains, games, and books. Also on show are textiles and lace, porcelain and pottery and other interesting collectibles. Open all year. The Toy and Collectors Museum, 8, Park Street, Stow-on-the-Wold, GL54 1AQ. Web site: www.thetoymuseum.co.uk. For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Stow-on-the-Wold. |
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| Warwick Castle
A great day out for both adults and children. Warwick Castle is one of the best preserved in the UK and dates back to William the Conqueror. It brings to life a thousand years of history. Here you can experience the sights and sounds of the medieval household, chilling dungeon and torture chambers, state rooms, towers and ramparts. In addition there are live shows of sword fighting, falconry, and knights jousting. This venue is a must for children of all ages. For more information on - Warwick Castle . Open all year. Warwick Castle, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 4QU. Tel: 01926 406600. Web site: www.warwick-castle.co.uk. For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Stratford-upon-Avon. and Warwick |
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| Winterbourne Medieval Barn
Winterbourne Medieval Barn is a grade II* listed tithe barn which due to its high risk category was purchased by South Gloucestershire Council in 1998 with the help of funding from English Heritage and the Landfill Tax Credit Scheme. It is an outstanding and unique building of national importance. All other surviving medieval great barns were built by the important monastic estates, Universities or the Knights Hospitallers, but Winterbourne Barn was built by Thomas de Bradeston, a commoner who seems to have amassed great wealth as an army captain for Edward III in the Hundred Years' War against the French. These were very turbulent times, Edward II having been murdered at nearby Berkeley Castle in 1327. Thomas de Bradeston was closely associated with the Berkeley family and is suspected of involvement in the King’s murder. He acquired the patronage of Winterbourne Priory in 1328 and went on to build the Barn in 1342, just a few years before the Black Death first hit in England. The landscape is typical of the scattered hamlets that existed in the 14th Century, and the surrounding field patterns, lanes, footpaths and stiles have remained virtually unchanged since then. The hamlet has been granted Conservation Area status by South Gloucestershire Council. Winterbourne Medieval Barn, Church Lane, Winterbourne BS36 1SE |
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| Wotton-under-Edge Heritage Centre
Located in a converted fire station in the Chipping, Wotton-under-Edge, the Museum provides visitors with an excellent introduction to this historic wool town and its surrounding area of outstanding natural beauty. The Heritage Centre houses the collection of the Wotton-under-Edge Historical Society as well as a wide range of resources for family and local history research. The collection provides a good example of artefacts from Wotton's crafts and industries along with photographs, postcards, documents, maps and books of local interest. The Heritage Centre, The Chipping, Wotton-under-Edge, For Places to Stay nearby - See Accommodation at Nailsworth, Stroud, Minchinghampton, Tetbury, Wooton-under-Edge |
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For both adults and children. Watch the flying exhibitions of eagles, hawks, owls, and falcons. Appreciate their speed, grace, agility and their close relationship with the falconer. There are many breeding pairs of birds including the owls in Owl Wood. The Falconry Centre is in the same grounds as 
