Good Reasons to Take a Guided Walking Tour of Stratford Upon Avon

•Why Pick Stratford Upon Avon For a Short Weekend Break
Stratford upon Avon is a very popular destination when it comes to escaping somewhere for weekend break. But why is this? What does it offer that draws so many people to it? Some reasons are obvious but others aren’t so much. Let’s see what you could expect from a weekend break in a Stratford upon Avon holiday cottage. 1. Indulge in some Shakespearean history. It’s the main reason why so many people are drawn to the area for a weekend stay or even longer. Shakespeare was born, lived and died...

•5 Great Reasons to Visit Clearwell Caves
No matter where you decide to spend your UK holiday, there are always ‘must see’ places at every location. And if you happen to be booking a holiday in one of the beautiful countryside cottages somewhere in the Forest of Dean, you’ll want to add Clearwell Caves to your list of ‘must see’ places to go. Lots of places in England have underground cave systems and similar places that offer you an intriguing insight into how they work. But Clearwell Caves are arguably one of the best of them. So...

•Some of the Best Pubs and Inns in the Wye Valley
When you’re staying somewhere in the Wye Valley on holiday, you’ll want to make sure you frequent some of the lovely pubs and inns you’ll find in the area. Since many people take advantage of booking a walking or rambling holiday, it makes perfect sense to search out a few nice pubs along the way that you can stop in. Whether it’s for a quick drink or a more substantial snack or meal, these few suggestions should help you along the way. Be aware that there are plenty more though, so wherever...

•Superb Reasons to Visit the Bath at Work Museum
When you visit somewhere on holiday, you tend to forget there are people who live in that place all year round. As such, they will also work there too. This is one of the reasons why the Bath at Work Museum has come into being. It has actually been on site for just over thirty years, but the exhibits and displays stretch back a lot further than that. They also provide a wonderfully different view of the city when you are staying in bath accommodation. Whatever Bath self catering apartments...

•Why Do Kids Love Birdland
If you’ve never heard of Birdland, the chances are you have never visited the Cotswolds before. It is situated in the pretty village of Bourton on the Water, an ever popular place to stay for those spending a weekend break in the Cotswolds, or perhaps a longer UK holiday too. We have some stunning English country cottages you can stay in when you visit, including the wonderfully named Bobble Cottage! Or perhaps you like the sound of Chilli Cottage even more? Wherever and whenever you decide...

•Why Should You Take a Holiday in the UK
If you are a sun, sea and sand sort of person, then you probably won’t even think about taking UK holidays. But it’s amazing how many people don’t even consider taking a break in this country even if they were staying in one of the finest countryside cottages. That’s a shame, because there is so much on offer here to tempt people into staying. The Cotswolds alone are filled with pretty villages, amazing history and so much to see and do that you’d need weeks on end to do it all. UK holidays...

•Why Stay in a Classic Holiday Cottage
There are plenty of places you can stay in when you go on holiday in the Cotswolds. But arguably the best option of the lot is the country cottage. Cotswolds cottages in particular have a certain look and feel about them that makes it clear you are in this part of the country! Here at Manor Cottages we’ve got plenty of countryside cottages in the Cotswolds that you can escape to for a weekend break or longer holiday. And there is no doubt that they are all exceptionally popular. If you’re...

•Why Should You Think About Staying Near Broadway
No we’re not talking about Broadway as in New York and top theatre shows – we’re talking about a very different Broadway indeed! This particular Broadway is very sleepy and relaxed in comparison to the New York version. And it provides just the setting for a quiet peaceful Cotswolds holiday too. We have a stunning and very popular cottage in the village – called simply One, The Green – and it is always in demand. Could it be the setting for your next Short Breaks in the Cotswolds? Regardless...

•Great Farm Shops to Visit in the Cotswolds
There is something about farm shops that many people find very attractive. For starters no two are the same. Most rural areas have plenty of them for you to explore, but you’ll find countless different delights in each and every one. If you are visiting the Cotswolds on a weekend break or a UK holiday, you should definitely take the time to visit one or two farm shops while you are here. As well as being a good way to sample produce that has been created locally, it is also a wonderful way to...