Visit Stroud
With a reputation for being alternative and a home for a myriad of artists and radicals- there are plenty of activities to do in the area. Read below for some trip suggestions.
Located in the heart of the Five Valleys in an Area of Outstanding Beauty in the Cotswolds- Stroud is an undiscovered authentic gem of an uncoventional place to visit- definitely for those guests who have a 'Plan B' outlook.
Bisley Road Cemetery
A huge variety of walks right from the house- the BEST place to see the sunset
Stroud Wassailers in Town
For January Visitors- the Mummers, an ancient folk traditional event,  perform in and around Stroud
Simpsons Fish and Chips
Our BEST local chippy. Bouquet of fish and chips anyone?
HUGE amounts of walks from the house
Just many of the beautiful places to stumble across in the near vicinity
Rodborough Common
Great place to take dogs- and one of the one of the few 'flatter' walks. Home to Winstones Ice cream, Rodborough Common is an SSSI and home to the rare large blue butterfly
Painswick Rococo Garden
Visit the amazing Sculpture Festival in the Summer or buy a plant from their specialist nursery
Giffords Circus
Only the Best- Circus in Town/ UK/ World! Their home is 10 mins walk from the house
Westonbirt Arboretum
The UK's National Arboretum and beautiful to visit anytime of the year. The Arboretum is especially striking during the autumn
Stroud Farmers Market
The Best and most lively BBC award-winning market for local traders in food and crafts in the UK. Feel like a local by shopping local and chatting with the lovely stall holders.
Happens every Saturday
Victoria Works Studio
Take in a course in pretty much anything from wreath making to stained glass at this studio near by.
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Many guests have also attended nearby yoga courses at other organisations too
Make sure to book in advance
Bibury Village - North Cotswolds
Just one of the many highly popular Chocolate-box villages to visit 35 minutes away in the North Cotswolds. Stroud is the perfect place to be based for exploring. Driving maps for North and south Cotswolds routes can be provided
Cattle Country Adventure Park
Perfect day out for the kids- Cattle Country has indoor scary slides, petting zoos and a big outdoor climbing frame based on the design of the nearby Berkeley Castle - a most beautiful archetypal British castle- another great place to visit
....plus SO much more! Stroud is ideal for couples, dog owners, families, hikers, artists those seeking a break from the city.