The Retreat Guidebook
Tetbury Town Information
One of the most stylish of all of the market towns in the Cotswolds is Tetbury, a historic wool town with a rich history dating back over 1300 years and a firm favourite amongst Royals (Prince Charles’ Highgrove Estate can be found on the outskirts of the town). Honey-coloured limestone buildings line the streets, inviting cafés and restaurants sit on every corner and there’s a thriving independent retail scene, with plenty of hidden boutiques, delicious delis and fascinating antique and interiors shops to discover.
Set in the heart of the Southern Cotswolds, Tetbury’s rich heritage is evident in the historic landmarks throughout the town. Regular events are held throughout the year including Tetbury’s very own Wacky Races and the famous Woolsack Races, (both in May); one of the area’s more unusual traditions which involves participants lugging 65lb woolsacks up and down the town’s hilly streets. The Woolsack race is actually held on Gumstool Hill, so if you happen to be staying, you’ll have a VIP view from my living room.
The town holds a regular Farmer’s market under the Market House on Wednesdays and Saturdays and is an antique mecca with over 25 antique shops. It’s also a hub of independent retailers including the Highgrove Shop, Domestic Science (which hosts Cafe 53 inside… our top recommendation for best coffee in town), Veloton for bike enthusiasts, Vinotopia for picking up that special bottle of wine, French Grey for interiors and gifts and Treacle George for that special home accessory, to mention a few.
There are lots of gorgeous country walks that start in Tetbury and take you out into the surrounding areas. You can access the Tetbury Trail for walking or cycling from the Goods Shed Art Centre which is right opposite our apartment, The Retreat.
Just a short trip outside Tetbury, there are some of the fantastic attractions on offer. Of particular note is the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, a nature-lovers paradise boasting around 18,000 spectacular trees and shrubs, as well as Beaufort Polo club; a must-visit for equine enthusiasts and those in search of a quintessential Cotswolds day out at the polo.
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Tetbury
One of the most stylish of all of the market towns in the Cotswolds is Tetbury, a historic wool town with a rich history dating back over 1300 years and a firm favourite amongst Royals (Prince Charles’ Highgrove Estate can be found on the outskirts of the town). Honey-coloured limestone buildings line the streets, inviting cafés and restaurants sit on every corner and there’s a thriving independent retail scene, with plenty of hidden boutiques, delicious delis and fascinating antique and interiors shops to discover.
Set in the heart of the Southern Cotswolds, Tetbury’s rich heritage is evident in the historic landmarks throughout the town. Regular events are held throughout the year including Tetbury’s very own Wacky Races and the famous Woolsack Races, (both in May); one of the area’s more unusual traditions which involves participants lugging 65lb woolsacks up and down the town’s hilly streets. The Woolsack race is actually held on Gumstool Hill, so if you happen to be staying, you’ll have a VIP view from my living room.
The town holds a regular Farmer’s market under the Market House on Wednesdays and Saturdays and is an antique mecca with over 25 antique shops. It’s also a hub of independent retailers including the Highgrove Shop, Domestic Science (which hosts Cafe 53 inside… our top recommendation for best coffee in town), Veloton for bike enthusiasts, Vinotopia for picking up that special bottle of wine, French Grey for interiors and gifts and Treacle George for that special home accessory, to mention a few.
There are lots of gorgeous country walks that start in Tetbury and take you out into the surrounding areas. You can access the Tetbury Trail for walking or cycling from the Goods Shed Art Centre which is right opposite our apartment, The Retreat.
Just a short trip outside Tetbury, there are some of the fantastic attractions on offer. Of particular note is the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, a nature-lovers paradise boasting around 18,000 spectacular trees and shrubs, as well as Beaufort Polo club; a must-visit for equine enthusiasts and those in search of a quintessential Cotswolds day out at the polo.
Food scene
A little secret hideaway with a lovely outdoor eating area. A favourite for a relaxed breakfast. They do the best coffee.
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Cafe 53
53 Long StA little secret hideaway with a lovely outdoor eating area. A favourite for a relaxed breakfast. They do the best coffee.
The best bakery in Tetbury with a host of lovely pastries, cakes, sandwiches, breads and take out coffee.
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Hobbs House Bakery
4 George StThe best bakery in Tetbury with a host of lovely pastries, cakes, sandwiches, breads and take out coffee.
A cool, quirky cafe with a hippy vibe that serves fantastic cakes!
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The Blue Zucchini
7-9 Church StA cool, quirky cafe with a hippy vibe that serves fantastic cakes!
Just up the hill from our property, this is a classic Cotswolds pub. Open everyday with a good selection of beers and nice British pub food.
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The Snooty Fox Hotel
Market PlaceJust up the hill from our property, this is a classic Cotswolds pub. Open everyday with a good selection of beers and nice British pub food.
Our most local pub, you can see it from our living room window. A lovely refurbished pub with casual dining and a fantastic outdoor eating area. Burgers are great here. Dogs are welcome.
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The Royal Oak Tetbury
Cirencester RoadOur most local pub, you can see it from our living room window. A lovely refurbished pub with casual dining and a fantastic outdoor eating area. Burgers are great here. Dogs are welcome.
A nice hotel bar and restaurant for a lovely lunch or dinner or a fireside drink. There is also a fabulous garden which I would definitely recommend on a sunny afternoon where you can enjoy a classic cream tea.
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The Close Hotel
Long StreetA nice hotel bar and restaurant for a lovely lunch or dinner or a fireside drink. There is also a fabulous garden which I would definitely recommend on a sunny afternoon where you can enjoy a classic cream tea.
A very good Italian restaurant with an interesting menu.
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Casa Restaurant Tetbury
49 Long StA very good Italian restaurant with an interesting menu.
Lovely food in a lovely setting, a short walk away from town centre. Worth a visit.
https://www.thewoolsackkitchen.com for information.
The Woolsack Kitchen Tetbury
Lovely food in a lovely setting, a short walk away from town centre. Worth a visit.
https://www.thewoolsackkitchen.com for information.
An inn with a pub and restaurant, offering up freshly-cooked dishes using locally sourced ingredients; 90% of which have been sourced from within a 30-mile radius of Tetbury itself. A good option for relaxed eating out, with everything from wood-fired pizzas and gourmet burgers, to steak and wholesome salads on the menu.
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The Priory Inn
London RoadAn inn with a pub and restaurant, offering up freshly-cooked dishes using locally sourced ingredients; 90% of which have been sourced from within a 30-mile radius of Tetbury itself. A good option for relaxed eating out, with everything from wood-fired pizzas and gourmet burgers, to steak and wholesome salads on the menu.
A fantastic café-bistro with an upmarket vibe, offering a refined selection of freshly made dishes for breakfast, lunch and popular tapas evenings, running every Thursday and Friday.
Open Wednesdays to Saturdays.
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Quayles Cornerhouse
1 Long StA fantastic café-bistro with an upmarket vibe, offering a refined selection of freshly made dishes for breakfast, lunch and popular tapas evenings, running every Thursday and Friday.
Open Wednesdays to Saturdays.
A charming English country pub with a refined take on pub grub classics. An 6 minute drive or a 45 minute walk from our place.
http://www.catandcustard.co.uk
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Cat & Custard Pot Inn
The StreetA charming English country pub with a refined take on pub grub classics. An 6 minute drive or a 45 minute walk from our place.
http://www.catandcustard.co.uk
For a special occasion dining experience, book a Gastronomic menu at Whatley Manor. Two Michelin starred Head Chef, Niall Keating will create something special and memorable.
The Whatley Manor has recently been awarded a Michelin Green Star too – Recognising Sustainable Gastronomy
Evening dining is available Thursday to Sunday
www.whatleymanor.com/eat-drink/the-dining-room
The Dining Room at Whatley Manor
For a special occasion dining experience, book a Gastronomic menu at Whatley Manor. Two Michelin starred Head Chef, Niall Keating will create something special and memorable.
The Whatley Manor has recently been awarded a Michelin Green Star too – Recognising Sustainable Gastronomy
Evening dining is available Thursday to Sunday
www.whatleymanor.com/eat-drink/the-dining-room
A fantastic pub with a distinctly rustic-chic feel in the pretty village of Crudwell just a short drive from Tetbury. Menus are creative, British and very much focused on showcasing the best of the season’s produce. Cocktails here are also recommended.
https://www.thepottingshedpub.com
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The Potting Shed Pub
The StreetA fantastic pub with a distinctly rustic-chic feel in the pretty village of Crudwell just a short drive from Tetbury. Menus are creative, British and very much focused on showcasing the best of the season’s produce. Cocktails here are also recommended.
https://www.thepottingshedpub.com
Sightseeing
On the opposite side of the Green from our apartment, The Goods Shed Arts Centre has a variety of art shows, live concerts, cinema nights and a sweet cafe where you can grab coffees, sandwiches, cakes and light lunches before a walk on the Tetbury trail which also starts here.
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Tetbury Goods Shed Arts Centre
Cirencester RoadOn the opposite side of the Green from our apartment, The Goods Shed Arts Centre has a variety of art shows, live concerts, cinema nights and a sweet cafe where you can grab coffees, sandwiches, cakes and light lunches before a walk on the Tetbury trail which also starts here.
With the largest amount of tree species in the UK, this is a must anytime of year. A beautiful parkland to wander in and enjoy or visit their website and get involved in one of the many events that are held here. An 8 minute car ride or a 3 mile walk along the Tetbury trail will bring you here.
Visit https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt-the-national-arboretum for more information.
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Westonbirt, El Arboreto Nacional
With the largest amount of tree species in the UK, this is a must anytime of year. A beautiful parkland to wander in and enjoy or visit their website and get involved in one of the many events that are held here. An 8 minute car ride or a 3 mile walk along the Tetbury trail will bring you here.
Visit https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt-the-national-arboretum for more information.
This historic 3,000-acre estate owned by the Bathurst Family boasts a beautiful 19thCentury parkland designed by Alexander Pope, which the general public are free to enjoy at their leisure. Accessible via entrance gates on Cecily Hill, little ones will love stretching their legs here, whilst older visitors will enjoy taking in the stunning landscapes.
Dogs are welcome, too, just take care to stick to the designated walking areas.
Open hours everyday 8am - 5pm
There is free parking in and around the park or you can pay £2 at the Barracks car park.
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The Bathurst Estate & Cirencester Park
Park StreetThis historic 3,000-acre estate owned by the Bathurst Family boasts a beautiful 19thCentury parkland designed by Alexander Pope, which the general public are free to enjoy at their leisure. Accessible via entrance gates on Cecily Hill, little ones will love stretching their legs here, whilst older visitors will enjoy taking in the stunning landscapes.
Dogs are welcome, too, just take care to stick to the designated walking areas.
Open hours everyday 8am - 5pm
There is free parking in and around the park or you can pay £2 at the Barracks car park.
The spectacular gardens of Prince Charles’ own Highgrove Estate are open to the public between March and September, making it the perfect opportunity to discover the spectacular gardens which His Royal Highness has worked passionately to create over the past 30+ years. The gardens themselves are a series of interlinked spaces, each with their own character and purpose, bursting to life with a stunning display of colours throughout the seasons.
You will need to pre-book tickets on their website to visit the Highgrove gardens.
There is parking on site there. No dogs allowed.
After exploring the gardens, you can visit The Orchard Room for a delicious organic light lunch, cream tea or a relaxing drink on their terrace.
The Orchard Room restaurant is also open during December for festive lunches and dinners if you want a special Christmas treat.
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Highgrove Gardens
The spectacular gardens of Prince Charles’ own Highgrove Estate are open to the public between March and September, making it the perfect opportunity to discover the spectacular gardens which His Royal Highness has worked passionately to create over the past 30+ years. The gardens themselves are a series of interlinked spaces, each with their own character and purpose, bursting to life with a stunning display of colours throughout the seasons.
You will need to pre-book tickets on their website to visit the Highgrove gardens.
There is parking on site there. No dogs allowed.
After exploring the gardens, you can visit The Orchard Room for a delicious organic light lunch, cream tea or a relaxing drink on their terrace.
The Orchard Room restaurant is also open during December for festive lunches and dinners if you want a special Christmas treat.