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 Hunting for cheese (such as the local Berkswell or Fosse Way Fleece?) then look no further than the Cotswold Cheese Company. With a shop in Moreton-in-Marsh and a good online website you can choose from a range of cheeses to thrill your tastebuds: An independent retailer of fine artisan cheeses
 Cotswold Cheese Company High Street, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 0AW. t: 01608 652862
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3 miles east of Stow-on-the-Wold is a 16th Century Inn with a good reputation for food and wine in a quiet and charming Cotswold Village:
 This Virginia creeper clad, Cotswold stone Inn, with flagstone floor, beams, open fireplaces and collection of antiques is the perfect setting for either a romantic, family meal or indeed, a relaxing break away in this quintessential British Pub.
During the summer months you can enjoy the enclosed, pretty Cotswold garden, lovingly cared for by our neighbours, Ted and Anne. There is also a covered and heated terraced area for al fresco dining.
We offer excellent food from our seasonal menu, which includes the modern and traditional classics, complimented by our large range of fine wines and our selection of real ales, all offered to you in our cosy pub atmosphere.
There are also 3 cosy bedrooms for an overnight stay (or longer) with ensuite facilities.
Fox Inn, Lower Oddington,nr Moreton-in-Marsh,Glos GL56 0UR
t: 01451 870555
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Batsford Timber Fencing originally started as manufacturers and erectors of good quality fencing to the farming industry. The business has since developed and they now offer a wide selection of fencing for the garden as well as gates, decking, garden furniture and log cabins.
www.batsfordtimber.co.uk
Aston Magna, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire GL56 9QQ
T: 01608 651096 F: 01608 651879
 Simon and Fabienne Peckham (and son Monty) run this organic farm just south of the M40 on the Fosse Way.They produce organic (soil association) Berkshire and Gloucester Old Spot pork; Slowed reared organic grass-fed lamb, grass reared Beef hung for at least 21 days (not yet organic but reared to organic standards); organic Geese, Turkey, Duck. Guinea Fowl and Chicken.
For Christmas they are preparing the ultimate Christmas lunch – the 5 bird roast – a bronze Turkey stuffed with a Goose, Duck, Chicken and Guinea Fowl with a layer of organic sausage meat between each bird – you probably need a big houseful and a strong dining room table for that!!
 All the stock is reared outside for the majority of the year, only going inside when the weather makes life hard for them. They feel this means that the animals enjoy a great quality of life, socialising and plating in small groups allowing all to flourish.
They also offer a weekly pack of meat comprising a Sunday Joint, Chops or Steaks, a midweek joint along with sausages, bacon and eggs for the weekend – delivered locally for free.
Galileo Farm, On the Hill, Fosse Way, Moreton Morrell,Warwickshire CV35 9DF
Tel: 07817 521510
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Holly House is quietly situated in the centre of the picturesque Cotswold village of Ebrington, with its quaint thatched cottages and the Norman church of St. Eadburgha. The ground floor rooms are set around an attractive flower filled courtyard, each with its own private entrance. All the rooms are En-suite, spacious and well appointed with full English breakfast served in the garden room.
www.hollyhousebandb.co.uk
Holly House, Ebrington, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire GL55 6NL
T: 01386 593213 F: 01386 593181
 The Where I Fell In Love gallery opened it’s doors on Sunday 24th October 2004. It showcases artists work on a monthly basis, with a frequent introduction of new pieces. The range of work exhibited includes paintings, ceramics, sculpture, jewellery, wood and textiles. A studio has been created, where visitors can see artists working on site.
Shipston on Stour is 2 miles east of the Fosse Way on the A3400 from Oxford and Stratford – see map
www.whereifellinlovegallery.com
The Shambles, Market Place, Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire CV36 4AG
T: 01608 663809
 The Kings Arms Hotel at Stow-on-the-Wold is a charming 500 year old coaching inn retaining a wealth of original features. Past guests have included King Charles 1 and it was also used for the location of the BBC’s 1970’s TV adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s ‘Mayor of Casterbridge’. The hotel has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy award winning food plus a selection of fine wines and ales.
Situated right in the centre of this charming Cotswold town – plenty of shopping opportunities right on your doorstep – yet peaceful at night.
Kings Arms Hotel, Market Square, Stow On The Wold, Cheltenham, GL54 1AF
t: 01451 830364
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 Galileo Farm is a small farm run to Soil Association standards just off the Fosse Way, a few miles from the historical towns of Stratford Upon Avon, Warwick and Leamington Spa.
All are animals are allowed to range free in pasture. They are not stressed in there normal life and therefore do not require treating with un-necessary drugs which is the situation with many intensive farms. The farm lies south-east, and adjoins the outside boundary, of the village of Moreton Morrell. The land comprises of deep clay soils, divided from neighbouring land by a running brook to the west of the holding and mature hedges to all other boundaries except for the Fosse Way. The farm produces Organic Lamb, Organic Pork, Organic Beef, Organic Chicken, Organic Duck, Organic Geese, Organic Turkey and Organic Eggs.
Galileo Farm On The Hill, Fosse Way, Moreton Morrell, Warwickshire CV35 9DF t:07891 522451
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Compton Verney is Warwickshire’s award-winning art gallery. Since its opening in 2004, it has continued to deliver an exciting international programme of exhibitions and events, alongside a diverse collection of art from around the world. It offers visitors the unique opportunity to view art in the setting of a Grade 1 listed Robert Adam mansion located in 120 acres of spectacular parkland.]
 Compton Verney is unique in that it is a place where art, architecture, landscape and learning fuse, to offer the visitor an experience that is completely integrated and accessible.
Compton Verney, Compton VerneyWarwickshire CV35 9HZ t:1926 645500
26 March 2011 to 11 December 2011 Exhibition: What the folk say -contemporary artist interventions
26 March 2011 to 11 December 2011 Exhibition – Family activity Art in the grounds
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Recently opened and re-styled, Number Four Hotel & Restaurant is on the Fosse Way between Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water and ideally placed for both.
 Number Four is a contemporary and stylish boutique hotel offering luxury and comfort as well as an unique personal service from owners Caroline and Patricia and their dedicated team, who promise to make sure your stay is an enjoyable one.
In the comfortable and cosy ambience of Cutler’s Restaurant, Chef Patron Brian Cutler and his Team serve English classics with continental influences. With only the best of local and seasonal sourced ingredients, our dedicated chefs produce a range of tasty dishes.
Number Four Hotel & Restaurant Fosseway, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham Glos GL54 1JX t: 01451 830297
The Wheatsheaf Inn in the quiet Cotswold village of Northleach has recently upgraded its accommodation and outside spaces-
 The Wheatsheaf is a coaching inn, where in years come by weary travellers would rest and recuperate by having a good meal and a few drops of beer or ‘wine’. Today our focus remains the same.
We aim to please our local community by being warm and friendly and providing professional service and interesting food that changes regularly in a family friendly environment.
For people visiting from further afield our goal is to be an exceptional example of a traditional coaching inn; with real locals, great beer, excellent regional food and clean and comfortable rooms.
A great place for a drink, a lunch or a stay in one of their 14 en-suite rooms.
We have 14 rooms which all boast wonderful individual features. The rooms are designed for comfort based around what original features are there. We believe that the key ingredients for a good night sleep are big comfortable beds, powerful showers and rich luxurious bed linen
Being just off the Fosse Way the inn is generally quiet as is the small but delightful village which is worth exploring. The Wheatsheaf also hosts many events – wine tastings, wine and food evenings, clay-pigeon shooting etc
Wheatsheaf Inn, West End, Northleach, Gloucestershire GL54 3EZ
t:01451 860244
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8.30am – 1.00pm by the Countrywide Stores on the 4th Sunday of the month.
On 3 December 2010 the town holds its annual Victorian Christmas Evening – a sort of rural late night shopping with all the Christmas lights on show, stallholders in Victorian costume, and a great selection of local produce and crafts, carol singing!. The old tree in the river serves as a focal point. Runs from 6pm to 9pm!
For more info see www.fresh-n-local.co.uk
Just off the Fosse Way at Ettington is Stamford Hall Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast.
 Situated in rural rolling countryside, this grade 2 listed mellow brick built farmhouse can trace its origins back to the late 18th century. It is perfect base for exploring Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick & Kenilworth’s majestic castles or the beautiful Cotswolds, alternatively just the place to come and relax in comfortable surroundings.
We are an hour and a half drive up the M40 from London, 40 minutes from Birmingham Airport. Oxford can be reached in under an hour.
Here Alice and James have created a stylish yet homely accommodation which is ideally situated for visiting Stratford-on-Avon and the north Cotswolds. With ensuite facilities and wifi!
For more info : www.stamfordhall.co.uk/ Stamford Hall, Ettington, Stratford upon Avon CV37 7PA
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 A new arrival takes the form of Oeno - an online merchant with a shop Cirencester, Gloucestershire. This is no traditional, stuffy winemerchant, but a stylish and informative way of presenting a smallish range of well-chosen and very interesting wines. Whilst there are some good classics available, there are many less well-known wines and regions – including Sicily, Corsica and Slovenia – predominantly from small growers.
No pile it high – sell it cheap approach here – the wines are elegantly displayed with very good tasting notes – and the opporunity to taste in shop – the shop environment is impressive and prompts you to linger and explore – prices start at about £6.00 – so no bargain basement, but not extortionate for the quality on offer!
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We hold regular tastings in our Cirencester shop with bottles open every Friday and Saturday for you to come in and taste.
There is a Christmas Tasting in Cirencester on 26 November 2010.
oeno 5 Corn Hall, Market Place, Cirencester, GL7 2NY t 01285 856511
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