by Molly Davidson

Glorious Gloucestershire is famed for the beautiful Cotswolds with its gentle hillsides and sleepy villages. But what else does this typically English county have to offer? In no particular order, here are our suggestions for things to do in Gloucestershire:

Chedworth Roman Villa, nr Cheltenham

Westonbirt Arboretum, nr Tetbury

Stunning area of natural beauty with well over 500 acres of trees, plants, flowers and wildlife. Their collection of trees is believed to be one of the best in the world. Entry to the arboretum is currently £6 for adults but just £1 for the kids from 10am till 8pm every day of the week. For further details call 01666 880220 or go to www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt

Painswick Rococo Garden, Painswick

One of the few rococo style gardens remaining in England with many unique features and garden designs you probably wont have seen before. Admission is £4 for adults and £2 for children from 11am to 5pm January through to October. For more information call 01452 813204 or go to www.rococogarden.co.uk

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