Reports suggest that international superstars Beyoncé and Jay-Z are contemplating a move from the glitz and glamour of Hollywood to the scenic Cotswolds, a favored location among elite celebrities. The couple, along with their children, have been drawn to the Cotswolds for its expansive landscapes, particularly following the devastating LA wildfires in January 2025.
Sources close to the family have disclosed that Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and their children have previously enjoyed vacations in the Cotswolds, with the family rumored to be eyeing properties in Great Tew, near Chipping Norton. This area is notable as the location where Taylor Swift stayed during her UK tour in June 2024.
Great Tew is home to the exclusive Soho Farmhouse, a private members' club that has attracted a host of high-profile individuals, such as Meghan Markle, who chose the venue for her hen party. The couple’s reported appreciation for fine dining might lead them to The Trough at Daylesford Farm, which holds the distinction of being one of only 33 Michelin Green Star restaurants in the country.
In addition to Great Tew, the couple might also be considering Burford, a charming town in the Cotswold hills famous for Jeremy Clarkson’s pub, The Farmer’s Dog. This town has garnered attention for its culinary offerings, such as an extra-extra large pie at a notable price.
Known for their adherence to a plant-based diet and their generous tipping at Michelin-starred restaurants, the couple’s reported interest in the Cotswolds signifies a potential shift towards a countryside lifestyle. Shipston-on-Stour, regarded as the ‘hippest town in the Cotswolds,’ is also under consideration due to its unique offerings and proximity to London.
The Cotswolds, spanning across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, has become a sought-after retreat for affluent and renowned individuals. High-profile personalities such as David and Victoria Beckham, Kate Moss, Lily Allen, Simon Cowell, and Ellen Degeneres own properties in the area, adding to its appeal.
An insider has revealed that the family is currently exploring short-term living arrangements as they continue to seek the perfect property. The source stated, “They’ve been looking for properties and will buy if they find somewhere that feels like home, but are looking at short-term agreements while they make their decision. The wildfires have given them a good reason to look outside of Los Angeles to build new bases. They will always be based in LA, but the UK is on the agenda.”