Last-minute Christmas gift ideas ∙ Our guide to gifting experiences in the Cotswolds

GIFT AND EXPERIENCE

IN THE COTSWOLDS

With Christmas just two days away, finding the perfect gift can feel impossible. Instead of resorting to last-minute panic buys, consider thoughtful and sustainable options like experiences and workshops in the Cotswolds.

∙ 12 GREAT GIFT IDEAS IN THE COTSWOLDS ∙

Support local businesses, indulge in sustainable luxury, and create lasting memories with these unforgettable gifts from Kiftsgate Court ∙ Honeybourne Pottery ∙ The Light Garden Festival ∙ Heath Farm ∙ Project Active ∙ Dryhill Vineyard ∙ HUDSON'S Home & Antiques ∙ Green & Spring ∙ Hentony Gin ∙ Time Lock Photography ∙ Poulton Hill Estate

BE SUSTAINABLE AND SUPPORT LOCAL ∙ This Christmas, ditch the generic gifts and opt for something truly special. From immersive workshops and wellness retreats to sustainable luxury items, and personalised portraits, the Cotswolds offers a wealth of unique and thoughtful gift ideas.

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GIFT IDEAS HERE

GIVE THE GIFT OF

HEALTH THIS CHRISTMAS

Christmas is a time for giving, but this year, why not ditch the traditional gifts and focus on something truly special – the gift of wellbeing?

∙ 3 SUPER HEALTH GIFTS FOR CHRISTMAS ∙

Project Active's "Think Differently" program helps challenge negative thoughts and build resilience. Kiftsgate Court's Gut Health Retreat focuses on digestive health and overall well-being. The Light Garden Festival Retreat offers meditation, yoga, and creative workshops for mind, body, and soul.

Health programmes and workshops offer a unique opportunity to learn, recharge, and prioritise physical and mental health – the perfect present for yourself or your loved ones.

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VOUCHERS HERE

BOOK YOUR STAY

IN THE COTSWOLDS

Cotswolds Concierge is a great resource for planning a visit to the Cotswolds.

Book your accommodation well in advance, especially if you're travelling during peak season. We have a wide range of accommodation options, including luxurious holiday cottages, country house hotels, and B&Bs.

THE WOOD

NORTON

The Wood Norton is an impressive Grade II listed hotel in a countryside setting on the outskirts of the riverside town of Evesham. With original 19th century French decorative interiors, fifty lovely rooms including five spectacular suites, a restaurant using the finest local produce, contemporary bar and alfresco dining terrace, sumptuous private dining, extensive grounds and formal gardens, country house hotels don’t come much finer than The Wood Norton.

∙ WINTER WARMER AT THE WOOD NORTON ∙

Craving delicious dinners and cosy afternoons by the fire? Escape the winter chill with The Wood Norton's Winter Warmer package. You will be welcomed with a warm fire, hot chocolate, and a brownie on arrival. Your stay includes dinner for two at the Brasserie, overnight accommodation, and a full English breakfast.

∙ BOOK YOUR WINTER ESCAPE TODAY ∙

Offer valid until 20 March, and prices start from just £92.50 per person.

Traditional features include oak-panelled walls, original oak parquet, and charming fireplaces. The bar is a mix of old and new, and offers a wide range of drinks. Fine British cuisine is served in the restaurant, with food made from local ingredients. Both have picturesque views over the dining terrace or formal gardens.

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THE WOOD NORTON HERE

CHRISTMAS IN

THE COTSWOLDS

OUR LOVELY GUIDE TO GIFT-GIVING IN THE COTSWOLDS

As Christmas approaches, consider thoughtful and sustainable Christmas. Instead of going for mass-produced gifts, opt for considered and thoughtful gifting experiences, locally sourced products, workshop vouchers, or luxurious eco-friendly items for beauty, wellness, or your home.

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BOOK A FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA IN THE COTSWOLDS

There’s nothing quite like a festive afternoon tea in the Cotswolds. At Christmas, the Cotswolds transforms into a winter wonderland. The cosy tea rooms and elegant hotels offer the perfect setting to indulge in a delightful afternoon tea, complete with all the festive trimmings.

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GIFT EXPERIENCES

IN THE COTSWOLDS

GIVE A POTTERY EXPERIENCE THIS CHRISTMAS

This year, ditch the traditional gifts and give your loved ones something truly special – an experience they’ll remember for years to come from Honeybourne Pottery.

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GUT HEALTH RETREAT AT KIFTSGATE COURT

Our gut health influences everything from our digestion to our mood. Kiftsgate Court’s retreat is the perfect gift.

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ART GIFTS FROM

THE COTSWOLDS

SUE JONES AT BRIAN SINFIELD GALLERY

Christmas presents are always difficult, what can you buy someone who has everything? Art, of course.

Sue Jones creates a variety of wall or free standing sculptures using slate or Cotswold stone. Inspired by landscape and nature, her work graces many homes across the region and as a gift, it would certainly be appreciated by art lovers in the Cotswolds.

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SHOP

COTSWOLDS

GREEN & SPRING

This year, why not choose presents that not only delight but also contribute to a greener future?

Green & Spring offers a curated collection of sustainable and luxurious products, making it the ideal destination for eco-conscious gift-givers.