Guidebook
Sightseeing
Bath is a beautiful ancient Roman city with many historic buildings to visit including the Roman Baths themselves.
In Georgian times Bath was a popular spa and there are many beautiful buildings from this area too including the Pump Rooms, the Royal Circle and more.
Bath is now a modern bustling centre with numerous good restaurants and shops. There is an excellent Christmas market.
721 locals recommend
Bath
Bath is a beautiful ancient Roman city with many historic buildings to visit including the Roman Baths themselves.
In Georgian times Bath was a popular spa and there are many beautiful buildings from this area too including the Pump Rooms, the Royal Circle and more.
Bath is now a modern bustling centre with numerous good restaurants and shops. There is an excellent Christmas market.
Often quoted as the prettiest village in England, Castle Combe is a South Cotswolds gem. There are also very scenic walks around this village in beautiful woodland. There are good pubs and a restaurant with 2 Michelin *s.
214 locals recommend
Castle Combe
Often quoted as the prettiest village in England, Castle Combe is a South Cotswolds gem. There are also very scenic walks around this village in beautiful woodland. There are good pubs and a restaurant with 2 Michelin *s.
A beautiful house and gardens belonging to the National Trust and set in parkland. Courtesy bus from carpark and there is a good cafe for coffee or light lunch.
133 locals recommend
Dyrham Park
A beautiful house and gardens belonging to the National Trust and set in parkland. Courtesy bus from carpark and there is a good cafe for coffee or light lunch.
This old Tudor Hunting lodge is a National trust property set in a wooded valley with lovely walks. The views are outstanding.
41 locals recommend
National Trust - Newark Park
This old Tudor Hunting lodge is a National trust property set in a wooded valley with lovely walks. The views are outstanding.
Although the estate is private, there are footpaths running through the deer park and the seven mile ride is a permitted path. Dogs must be kept on a lead. The gardens are open about three times a year and well worth a visit. You can find the dates on the Badminton House website. The famous horse trials are held annually in May, this is a spectacular event and pre booking is recommended especially for showjumping day.
The Badminton Estate
Although the estate is private, there are footpaths running through the deer park and the seven mile ride is a permitted path. Dogs must be kept on a lead. The gardens are open about three times a year and well worth a visit. You can find the dates on the Badminton House website. The famous horse trials are held annually in May, this is a spectacular event and pre booking is recommended especially for showjumping day.
Another National Trust property, Lacock Abbey and the beautiful village of Lacock can be enjoyed by all the family. Children like spotting parts of the abbey where Harry Potter was filmed and everyone enjoys the tranquil gardens
170 locals recommend
Lacock Abbey
Another National Trust property, Lacock Abbey and the beautiful village of Lacock can be enjoyed by all the family. Children like spotting parts of the abbey where Harry Potter was filmed and everyone enjoys the tranquil gardens
Neighbourhoods
Badminton is a small village owned almost entirely by the Beaufort Estate. Badminton House is at the centre of everything and is the home of the Duke of Beaufort and his family.
Acton Turville is one mile from Badminton and is a small village consisting of mainly stone houses. There is a village shop and pub within walking distance of garden Cottage.
7 locals recommend
Badminton
Badminton is a small village owned almost entirely by the Beaufort Estate. Badminton House is at the centre of everything and is the home of the Duke of Beaufort and his family.
Acton Turville is one mile from Badminton and is a small village consisting of mainly stone houses. There is a village shop and pub within walking distance of garden Cottage.
City/town information
Bristol has everything from the iconic SS Great Britain to theatres, restaurants and a bustling waterfront. Visit Clifton Village for boutiques and artisan bakers or the Cabot Centre for the best shopping experiences.
314 locals recommend
Bristol
Bristol has everything from the iconic SS Great Britain to theatres, restaurants and a bustling waterfront. Visit Clifton Village for boutiques and artisan bakers or the Cabot Centre for the best shopping experiences.