Romans Return to Birdlip for Inaugural Roman Festival Saturday, July 5, 2025 roman birdlip festival archaeology erminway history reenactment cotswolds heritage museums This summer, the village of Birdlip in the Cotswolds will come alive with the sights and sounds of Roman Britain as it hosts its very first Roman Festival. Scheduled for Sunday, August 17, the event will be held at Ruby’s … Read More
Revitalizing a Derelict Historic Bedsit into Luxury Apartments in Cheltenham Tuesday, July 1, 2025 cheltenham restoration heritage architecture apartments conservation waterdamage redevelopment listedbuilding sandfordparkalehouse A long-neglected former house of multiple occupancy at 24 High Street in Cheltenham is poised for a dramatic transformation. Situated next to the celebrated Sandford Park Alehouse, this Grade II listed building, which dates … Read More
Inside Look as Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Transforms Bibury Gem into Creative Garden Café Tuesday, July 1, 2025 laurencellewelynbowen bibury cotswolds gardencafe interiordesign arlingtonrow artsandcrafts coffeeculture community heritage Renowned interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen has brought his signature flair to a charming new project in the heart of Bibury. Situated opposite the iconic Arlington Row, this Arts and Crafts-inspired garden café … Read More
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Criticizes Beckhams as He Passes on Cotswolds Mansion to Family Sunday, June 29, 2025 laurencellewelynbowen beckhams cotswolds sohofarmhouse celebrityculture heritage authenticity family realestate retirement Renowned designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen has voiced strong criticism of the growing celebrity presence in the Cotswolds, particularly targeting the Beckhams and the sleek Soho Farmhouse. Speaking with his trademark flair, … Read More
Why I Won’t Return to Bourton-on-the-Water: When Over-Tourism Spoils a Cotswolds Gem Sunday, June 29, 2025 bourton cotswolds tourism overtourism village travel heritage overpopulation preservation community Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Bourton-on-the-Water is often hailed as the “Venice of the Cotswolds” for its enchanting stone bridges and gently flowing waterways. On a bright summer day, the village’s idyllic beauty … Read More
I’ll Never Return to Bourton-on-the-Water After One Thing Ruined It Sunday, June 29, 2025 bourton-on-the-water cotswolds overtourism tourism travel modelvillage locallife visitorexperience heritage conservation Bourton-on-the-Water, often called the “Venice of the Cotswolds,” captivates visitors with its serene waterways and enchanting stone bridges. The River Windrush gracefully winds through the village, shaded by lush … Read More