November 17, 2009
An international rugby player has recommended Cleeve Hill walk as one of the best attractions for those taking holiday cottages in the Cotswolds.
Speaking to the Guardian, England and Gloucester flanker Andy Hazell described it as "the best walk in the Cotswolds", noting that he often takes his dog along the route, which offers a clear view over Cheltenham, the river Severn and towards Wales at its highest point.
There are also a number of "great" traditional pubs in the area, he remarked, noting that these are popular with the large number of people involved with Gloucestershire’’s horseracing scene.
The Plough at Ford pub is one such establishment, he stated, adding that the jockeys from Jonjo O”Neil’’s training yard are regulars there.
The Cotswold Journal recently reported that a programme of guided walks and hikes has been organised by the Cotswolds Conservation Board, with the scheme running until March and featuring routes ranging from four to 12 miles in length.
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November 17, 2009
A cultural weekend awaits those who step out from their Lake District holiday cottages in the Broughton-in-Furness region this winter.
From December 5th, the South Lakeland village is holding Weekend in the Country, an event that brings different performance artforms together to celebrate the picturesque surroundings.
Songwriter Nancy Elizabeth, whose first album was recorded in a Welsh farmhouse, will be performing live.
Meanwhile, a mini film festival with ten screenings has been planned to highlight different elements of the rural surroundings.
December 5th also brings a little extra pace to the region, as those staying in Lake District holiday cottages that weekend may discover.
The 21st annual Grizedale Stages Rally is due to take place that same weekend, with drivers racing a course through Grizedale Forest and on to Broughton Moor.
With around 100 cars expected to take part, the spectacle may add a lively element to a break in the picturesque area of the countryside.
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November 17, 2009
When stepping out from Cotswolds holiday cottages, an exhibition of Japanese art may be the last thing many holidaymakers would expect to see.
But the Tewkesbury Admag reports that Cheltenham is to feature just such an exhibition from Friday, November 27th until Sunday, November 29th.
The artworks have been created by Takumasa Ono, a Gloucestershire resident since 2002.
While they are constructed using traditional Japanese techniques, they are inspired by the sights of the Cotswolds region, the publication notes.
The Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty draws many people to book a stay in Cotswolds holiday cottages each year.
Mr Ono tells the Tewkesbury Admag: "I love the Cotswolds and have always enjoyed trying to capture the beauty of this landscape through my work."
Visitors to the region can take in some of the landscape’’s beauty for themselves, as the Cotswold Journal recently reported on a series of guided walks due to take place until March under the stewardship of the Cotswolds Conservation Board.
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