We hope you enjoy our top list of June holiday days out in the Cotswolds. The summer is here and there’s lots going on in the Cotswold’s. Beat the rush of school holidays and enjoy beautiful Cotswold gardens, the first of the summer’s watersports and fun food festivals for the whole family. Whether you are on a couple’s holiday or a family break there is something fun to look forward to in June.
Birdland
Birdland is in the quaint village of Bourton on the Water. A village that justifies a visit in June by itself. Walking the winding lanes and crossing the pretty bridges that crisscross over the River Windrush it’s everything you imagine a Cotswold village to be. If you’re enjoying a family holiday in June then a visit to Birdland will really get the kids excited. Especially for Penguin week which runs for the first week in June and involves hearing about each penguins unique personalities, seeing them feed and taking part in a fun quiz all about these amazing creatures. From flamingoes and parrots and of course penguins the kids will love to see and learn about the birds here. Make sure you time your visit around the feeding times found on their website. This is a great value day out for families whilst on a short break with us.
For more Info: http://www.birdland.co.uk/
Cheltenham Food and Drink Festival
Head to the beautiful town of Cheltenham to enjoy a day seeing celebrity chefs in action, appreciating the live music and theatre and furthering your foodie education at some of the many talks and tastings. All of course whilst enjoying some of the great food on offer. With talks on everything from growing your own food, nutrition and butchery to sushi masterclasses and a talk for young kid chefs just starting out! Finally, the wine tastings are a great chance to develop a greater appreciation and understanding of wine from around the world with some top experts in a friendly environment. This is one of the annual highlights in the Cotswold Events calendar. Cheltenham is just 30 minute drive from your lake cabin so jump in the car and enjoy a foodie day out in the Cotswolds this June.
For more Info: http://garden-events.com/
Gloucester Cathedral
This stunning Cathedral offers lots of things to see and do from climbing the tower to special family activities and events. There is also a Gift Shop full of interesting products once you’re done. As a location for the Harry Potter films, kids will love being in some of the Hogwarts scenes and seeing the enormous stain glass windows. Our highlight is to enjoy the best views over the most inland docks in England after you’ve climbed the 269 steps up to the top of the tower which is 225ft tall!
For more Info: http://www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk/
Broadway Arts Festival
Enjoy a day being cultural this June. Celebration of the arts in Broadway dates back as far as 1885 and today the festival offers days out through most of June. A varied programme of music, painting, talks, drama and workshops can be picked from. If you’re with us for a photography holiday definitely look out for the great photo exhibitions on show. Tickets for each event can be booked on the website below. Although a little further from our log cabin holidays the 50 minute drive ticks off a few of the top Cotswold towns and villages en route including Cirencester, Bourton on the Water and Stow on the Wold. Make a day of it and enjoy a day exploring the Cotswold’s this June.
For more Info: http://broadwayartsfestival.com/
Watersports in the Cotswold Water Park
The water’s warm now so look forward to spending a few hours enjoying water sports one afternoon. Grab the bar on the cable and off you go. If you’re with us for a birthday celebration this is a great venue for a birthday group. Even if you’ve never tried any of the sports before, their skilled coaches will make sure you get going in no time and are well looked after. They even do ringo rides! Just 10 minutes away in the Cotswold Water Park this is an easy day out on your lake holiday with us this June.
For more Info: http://www.wmski.com/
Whilst at the Lake…
Enjoy long days reading on your cabin’s private decking, exploring the 2.5 mile private walk and taking a dip in your hot tub perched on the lakes edge with not another soul in sight. Jump in a kayak or in your rowing boat and let the gentle breeze carry you across the 100 acres of water to a spot where you can roll out the picnic rug. Nature is everywhere in June so look out for the abundant wildlife and wildflowers whilst out and about in your private nature reserve. When each day comes to a close, gather round your fire pit and toast a marshmallow under the clear starry skies whilst planning your next June day out in the Cotswolds.