B L A N C H E H O U S E

BOUTIQUE: We stock beautiful jewellery designed by Jessica and made with stones from around the world. Choose an Arizonan turquoise necklace or a pair of Mexican pearl earrings to treat yourself or a loved one as a reminder of your stay.
BOOKS: Signed copies of the novel "White Blood" by James Fleming (Christian's father) are on sale for £6 each.
HORSES: Riding can be arranged at a local stables for riders of all competency. It is advisable to book in advance so please telephone or email us if you would like to. 
MEAT EATERS: If you're into eating homegrown Cotswold meat, then you'd be mad to miss out on buying delicious burgers or lamb chops from Jessica's parent's farm.
Please order in advance by contacting 01242 673510. www.rushburymeats.co.uk

* Local pubs and restaurants

The Wheatsheaf in Northleach - just down the road, with good food and a good vibe. We eat there all the time! http://www.wheatsheaf.cotswoldinns.com/
The Plough at Cold Aston - a delicious and adventurous menu in a country pub setting. http://www.theploughcoldaston.com/
The Fossebridge Inn - unpretentious and tasty food, lovely garden. http://www.fossebridgeinn.co.uk/dining.html
The Seven Tuns in Chedworth - privately run, relaxed and friendly with great food 01285  720 242. A good place to stop for lunch if you're doing a day-long-rural march.
The Hare and Hounds Fosse Cross - recently winning an AA Rosette you'd expect nothing better than brilliant! It is. http://www.hareandhoundsinn.com/restaurant.php
The Old Butchers in Stow on the Wold - excellent food and booze, you'll definitely need to book. http://www.theoldbutchers.com/
The Plough at Kingham - Top class Sunday lunches - they're great supporters of British farmers and local produce which we love. http://www.thekinghamplough.co.uk/
The Tunnel House - Nr Cirencester - a groovy pub where you'll often find a party. www.tunnelhouse.com

If you're looking for something a little smarter....

Lower Slaughter Manor - http://www.lowerslaughter.co.uk
The Lygon Arms in Broadway - http://www.lygonarms.co.uk
The Wesley House in Winchcombe - http://www.wesleyhouse.co.uk/
Michelin 2 star - Le Champignon Sauvage in Cheltenham - http://www.lechampignonsauvage.co.uk/
Michelin 1 star - 5 North Street in Winchcombe - http://www.squaremeal.co.uk/restaurants/uk/view/82646/5_North_Street 

* Places to visit

Sudeley Castle. Home of the Dent-Brocklehursts and Lord and Lady Ashcombe, the castle has a plethora of historical stories to tell. It became the home of Queen Katharine Parr, the only wife to survive King Henry VIII, but sadly the castle was later destroyed by Cromwell and lay derelict for years. The house was the restored by the Dent family in 1855. //www.sudeleycastle.co.uk/
Blenheim Palace. Home of the Duke of Marlborough, the birthplace of Winston Churchill. Beautiful gardens and walks round the grounds. http://www.blenheimpalace.com/
Stanway House. Home of Lord and Lady Neidpath, an impressive house nestling at the base of the Cotswold escarpment, home of Britain's tallest fountain.  http://www.stanwayfountain.co.uk
Snowshill Manor, Nr Broadway, Worcs. WR12 7JU. Tel 01386 852410. Home of Charles Paget Wade artist, architect and craftsman.  A traditional Cotswold Manor housing an array of cultural collections from around the world. Pretty Gardens.  

* A Family Day Out?

Bicycle Hire - Cotswold District Council 01285 623 000
Birdland - Bourton-on-the-Water  http://www.birdland.co.uk/
The Butts Farm Rare Breed Centre - 01285 869 414
Cheltenham Festivals, Cheltenham Town Hall - If you're into Literature, Jazz, Classical Music or Science these are definitely worth a visit.  See their wesbite for dates and details http://cheltenhamfestivals.com/
Cotswold Falconry Centre at Batsford Park http://www.cotswold-falconry.co.uk/ and Batsford Arboretum http://www.batsarb.co.uk/
Fundays (Indoor Play) - Bourton-on-the-Water http://www.fundaysplaybarn.com/da/45220
Gloucestershire and Warwickshire Steam Railway http://www.gwsr.com/
Kim Bailey Racing - Andoversford www.kimbaileyracing.com
The Model Village - Bourton-on-the-Water http://www.completely-cotswold.com/bourton/attract/village/village.htm
Westonbirt Arboretum http://www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt

* Sports and Leisure

Le Spa Cirencester http://www.lespa.com/
Cirencester Open Air Swimming Pool 01285 653947
Cotswold Leisure Centure Bouton-on-the-Water http://www.cotswold.gov.uk/nqcontent.cfm?a_id=778
Cotswold Paintballing and Multi Activities http://www.cotswoldquads.com/Paintballing.htm
Cotswold Water Parks http://www.waterpark.org/
Cotswold Bowl 01242 226 766 (Book in advance) 
Daylesford Organic - Kingham http://www.daylesfordorganic.com/
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre http://www.gloucesterski.com/
Cirencester Golf Club http://www.cirencestergolfclub.co.uk/
Cleeve Hill Golf Course http://www.cleevehillgolfcourse.com
Nauton Downs Golf Club (closest golf course to Blanche House) http://www.nauntondowns.co.uk/