Contemporary meets traditional Cotswold splendour at Barnsley House Hotel..... a glorious country house set in idyllic gardens, made famous by Rosemary Verey, situated just outside Cirencester. There are 18 stylish bedrooms to be discovered, each with top of range furnishings, designer lighting and luxurious bathrooms. The hotel also enjoys an intimate cocktail bar, elegant restaurant serving home-grown produce, a meeting room and private cinema. The discreet Barnsley House Spa includes hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and 6 treatment rooms. Non residents welcome. Contact Details Barnsley House, Barnsley, Near Cirencester, Glos, GL7 5EE Tel; 01285740000 Email; reservations@barnsleyhouse.com www.barnsleyhosue.com

Situated in one of Cirencester’s oldest streets, this delightful privately owned hotel & restaurant boasts an oasis of tranquility just 5 minutes walk from the town centre. The Corinium dates back to the 16th century and now provides 15 individual character bedrooms, a locally renowned brasserie-style restaurant and cosy bar that are all full of Cotswold charm. The attractive walled garden provides a lovely place to relax in during the summer months whilst enjoying an alfresco meal and drink. The Corinium also has the benefit of ample free car parking within its own grounds. Corinium Hotel & Restaurant 12 Gloucester Street Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 2DG Tel: 01285 659711

The Cotswold Water Park Hotel near Cirencester enjoys a stunning location in the heart of the Cotswolds yet only 20 minutes from junction 15 of the M4 and junction 11a of the M5. Providing luxury accommodation, the hotel has been designed to complement its surroundings, while retaining all the features of a premier four star hotel. It offers 354 En-suite Bedrooms, a superb lakeside restaurant, separate gastropub and luxury spa. A wide range of outdoor activities including sailing, fishing, waterskiing and walking are available locally.