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FOLLOW THE COTSWOLDS WAY<\/h2>\n
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Glittering fields of dew-spangled grass. Piles of red and orange leaves lining woodland paths. It\u2019s easy to see why the\u00a0Cotswolds<\/a>\u00a0takes centre stage in England\u2019s countryside. And as the crisp autumn air takes over from summer, it\u2019s time to lace up your hiking boots and explore the surrounding landscape and villages. Then warm up with delicious food and drink served up at some of the best boutique hotels in the Cotswolds. Here are a few lovely walking trails to get you going\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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WALK ONE: A STROLL FROM BROADWAY<\/h2>\n
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J M Barrie found inspiration for Peter Pan while living in the village of Stanway, near the honey-stone village of\u00a0Broadway<\/a>. You can follow (or fly) in his literary steps by taking a half-hour stroll downhill to the Farncombe Estate entrance. Beyond this 400-acre woodland sanctuary, it\u2019s an easy two to three-hour circular walk to the historic market town of Chipping Campden.<\/p>\n

Trail markers help guide you through shaded woodlands, meeting the odd deer, sheep and pheasant along the way. Then go through fields to Broadway Tower. Created over 200 years ago by Capability Brown, Pre-Raphaelite artist, William Morris made it his country escape. It\u2019s also home to the famous printing press of Sir Thomas Phillips. Discover more in the museum, before climbing to the rooftop platform for panoramic views of up to 16 counties.<\/p>\n

Rest weary feet at the contemporary Morris and Brown Caf\u00e9 and Shop with a hazelnut hot chocolate in front of the log fire.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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BE REELED IN BY THE FISH\u2026<\/h2>\n
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The Fish Hotel<\/a>\u00a0offers a luxurious, back-to-nature escape (there are even contemporary treehouse suites and hillside shepherd\u2019s huts). Its curious name comes from the tale that a local monastery used to store fish within the cool caves under its hillside setting.\u00a0 By day, archery, off-roading, Segway safaris and a woodland playground will keep the whole family busy. The staff can also equip you with complimentary maps, wellies and raincoats for those muddier autumn days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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WALK TWO: HEAD FOR THE HILLS<\/h2>\n
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Dover\u2019s Hill, northwest of Chipping Campden, is an 80-metre climb to the amphitheatre shaped rim. From here, the golden glow of the stone buildings below come alive under the autumn sun.<\/p>\n

Or pick up a map for a more challenging 6-mile circular trail south of Broadway. Dogs will have a ball running free across the open countryside as you head towards Snowshill Manor and Garden. Stop here for lunch and a look at the extraordinary toys and treasures collected by Charles Wade.<\/p>\n

Continue westwards over hilltops, through kissing gates and down valleys to the picturesque village of Stanton, filled with proper old pubs. It\u2019s then about the same distance again back to Broadway and the comforts of your boutique hotel.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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WALK THREE: EXPLORING GLOUCESTERSHIRE<\/h2>\n
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There are lots of walks in and around the village of Lower Slaughter. From here, follow the River Eye to the 19th century Old Mill and\u00a0Upper Slaughter<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 where John Milton is believed to have penned Paradise Lost in Eyford House. Leckhampton Hill in Shurdington promises another exhilarating route up to a classic Cotswolds spot overlooking Cheltenham, and views as far as Malvern.<\/p>\n

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Other ways to travel<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

The Cotswolds is made for walking and cycling. But if you fancy letting a horse do the hard work, there are plenty of riding centres in the area and delightful routes such as the Sabrina Way, which starts near Cheltenham.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN THE COTSWOLDS<\/h2>\n
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As well as The Fish, two other boutique hotels are set on Broadway\u2019s sprawling Farncombe Estate.\u00a0Foxhill Manor<\/a>\u00a0pairs retro style with truly personal service \u2013 you can even ask the chef to prepare exactly what you want to eat. Nearby, is the award-winning, 17th century restored\u00a0Dormy House Hotel<\/a>\u00a0featuring a state-of-the-art spa that Foxhill guests are also welcome to use.<\/p>\n

The Greenway Hotel & Spa<\/a>\u00a0on the fringes of Cheltenham, is the epitome of vibrant Regency d\u00e9cor, complete with an award-winning French inspired restaurant, hydrotherapy pool and wide range of spa treatments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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