December in the Cotswolds
With quaint stone villages illuminated by twinkling lights, the Cotswolds is a magical place to spend the festive period. Although you may want to avoid the cold and curl up in front of a roaring fire, there are a wonderful array of activities you can enjoy on the build up to Christmas that are not to be missed during your visit. Discover our top recommendations below!
Cotswolds Christmas Lights
Wrap up warm and enjoy an evening viewing the glittering street lights around the Cotswolds. There are a wonderful array to choose from, such as those in Broadway and Chipping Campden, all offering beautiful displays and twinkling trees, as well as an array of restaurants and pubs to warm up in afterwards!
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Spectacle of Light, Sudeley Castle
A hidden gem of the Cotswolds, the stunning Sudeley Castle really comes to life in December. Follow the trail of light around the beautifully landscaped gardens and historic ruins for a wonderfully festive evening. Follow with a candlelit dinner at one of our highly recommended Cotswold pubs and cosy up by the roaring fires in our luxury homes for an evening of true bliss.
Sudeley Castle & Gardens, GL54 5JD
Winchcombe Christmas Festival
Discover a whole host of gifts, events and entertainment that the whole family an enjoy at Winchcombe Christmas Festival. Local shops, restaurants and pubs all join forces to bring festive joy to visitors from far and wide, with an array of stalls offering food, jewellery, crafts and local produce. This is the perfect place to pick up any last minute gifts to take home from your travels.
Winchcombe, GL54 5LT
Enchanted Light Trail at Adam Henson’s Farm Park
Head to Guiting Power to enjoy a spectacular night time journey of magical lights and sounds around the farm park. There is a set trail to follow which takes you from the visitor centre area right the way to the park’s boundaries and back. You can also find a crackling fire pits, a festive shop perfect for present buying and hot food and drinks at various points along the route.
Guiting Power, Cheltenham, GL54 5FL
German Christmas Market in Cheltenham
Running throughout December, this popular market is a must-see during your festive break. Displayed on the promenade of Cheltenham, you’ll find a vast array of stalls offering unique gifts, Christmas decorations, traditional wooden toys and more. There are also plenty of stands offering tasty food and warming drinks from mulled wine to Bailey’s hot chocolates, perfect for getting you in the Christmas spirit!
Cheltenham