Location: Cotswolds
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Top 6 Events in Cotswolds, England
The Cotswolds (/ˈkɒtswoʊldz/ KOTS-wohldz, /-wəldz/ -wəldz) is an area in south central England containing the Cotswold Hills, a range of rolling hills which rise from the meadows of the upper Thames to an escarpment, known as the Cotswold Edge, above the Severn Valley and Evesham Vale. The area is defined by the bedrock of Jurassic limestone that creates a type of grassland habitat rare in the UK and that is quarried for the golden coloured Cotswold stone. It contains unique features derived from the use of this mineral; the predominantly rural landscape contains stone-built villages, historical towns and stately homes and gardens. The population of the District is about 84,000.
Restaurants in Cotswolds
1. Fantasy Forest Festival
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Fantasy Forest is an annual Fanatasy/Costuming festival held on the grounds of the beautiful Sudeley Castle and Gardens. With live shows, music, costume competitions, a large market, Medieval encampments, workshops and international guests.
Reviewed By belly19 - Cheltenham, United Kingdom
This was the first time I have ever experienced such an event. And it won't be the last! We were so impressed with the entertainment, the bands were excellent! Everyone was jigging! The stalls were a sight to behold, an amazing selection on offer. I have never seen so much talented craft-work on display, from Fairy castles to bespoke Jewellery. We did dress up in Cosplay outfits, and felt very under dressed ha ha! The costumes people wore there were their own creations, and I was blown away to be honest! The whole event was so fantastic! we went on the Saturday, and watched the burning of the wicker man (Dragon) It was a very emotional memorable moment. I would highly recommend this event, not to be missed! I will be going in 2020 to be sure!
2. Broadway Arts Festival
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Womad UK
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4.0 based on 23 reviews
The WOMAD festival (World of Music Arts and Dance) is a World music festival that takes place every year on the last week of July. This festival is very family friendly and as such all children under the age of 13 can attend for free. There is also an Arboretum (a well-being spa) that provides a Jacuzzi, sauna and various treatments available.
4. Cheltenham Festival
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 23 reviews
The Cheltenham Festival is an event dating back to 1860 where many of the best horses in the UK race The festival takes place annually in March at Cheltenham Racecourse in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. It features several Grade I races including the Cheltenham Gold Cup, Champion Hurdle, Queen Mother Champion Chase and World Hurdle, held over four days. Large amounts of money are gambled during Cheltenham Festival week, with hundreds of millions of pounds being bet over the week. Cheltenham is often noted for its atmosphere, most notably the "Cheltenham roar", which refers to the enormous amount of noise that the crowd generates as the starter raises the tape for the first race of the festival.
Reviewed By paul19602013 - Brighton, United Kingdom
Another enjoyable day at the Cheltenham Festival.Top venue for horse racing and watching the top horses and jockeys.Best to buy tickets in advance as they are cheaper.Will be back.
5. Craft Festival
Craft Festival Cheltenham (formally known as Made By Hand Cheltenham) returns to the iconic location of Cheltenham Town Hall on the weekend of the 20-22nd March 2020, Cheltenham’s largest Craft Festival brings over 100 of the UK’s finest designer makers to Cheltenham.
