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Tetbury

When Prince Charles and Princess Diana made their home at Highgrove House in Tetbury, the town was elevated to country-wide, if not world-wide fame. It was said that he adored the countryside and all...

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Stow-On-The-Wold

One Christmas Eve, a small gypsy caravan struggled through snow-filled lanes, almost obscured by the flakes that were still falling, as it made its way towards Stow-on-the-Wold.

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South Cerney

Imagine England 50,000 years ago, when ice engulfed the land. Gradually, an ice sheet covering the Midlands, started to melt. And, as it turned into rivers and streams, these great waterways took with...

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Moreton-in-Marsh

The famous Fosse Way is a good starting point for Moreton-in-Marsh. This long, straight road is one of the great relics of the Roman occupation of Britain, and it's still a wonderful way to follow. And...

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Malmesbury

The year was 1010, and the place was Malmesbury. A young brother from the Abbey was climbing steadily up the tower of the already ancient building, a weird home-made contraption in his hands. Looking...

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Lechlade

To say that the charming little town of Lechlade is an inspiration, is not an idle boast. For among its wide streets and busy Market Place, the Romantic poet Shelley found his muse. As he wandered by...

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Fairford

John Tame knew he had a lot to be thankful for. He, like many other Cotswold merchants, had grown rich, thanks to the fleecy sheep that roamed the local hillsides. His town of Fairford was at the...

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Cricklade

When you step onto the streets of Cricklade, you can be sure that you're placing your feet where many a dignitary from history has passed.

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Cirencester

It's not difficult to imagine the Roman army, in gleaming metal and great plumed crests, coming upon the spot that is now Cirencester, with a sense of awe.

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Bourton-on-the-Water

Bourton-on-the-Water has a high profile tourist image, so much is true. But that's on paper only. When you arrive at this idyllic village in person, it never disappoints.

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