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Restaurants
Fire Station
Muddy says: A big WOW for this fabulous, super cool gaff, an all-day social hub where you can eat, drink, work and part-ay!
Lords of the Manor
Muddy says: Fancy a stay in luxury in the heart of the Cotswolds? Then take a look at the gorgeous Lords of the Manor
The Five Alls
Muddy says: The perfect village pub, promoting local ales (including their own Five Alls house ale), a huge flag-stoned bar, pretty pub garden, fab kids’ menu and food to die for
Sarsens Restaurant
Muddy says: Heads up for this brand new, super cool and uber delicious joint in the heart of Marlborough
Hatton Court Hotel
Muddy says: Big love goes out to this lovely country house hotel in the heart of the Cotswolds, perfect for a weekend escape or the wedding of your dreams
Cotswold House Hotel & Spa, Chipping Campden
Muddy says: A quintessential English boutique hotel in gorgeous surroundings that’s big on intimacy, style and quirky details.
The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie
Muddy says: The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie is a modern classic, offering all-day dining nirvana. You won't want to be anywhere else...
The King’s Hotel, Chipping Camden
Muddy says: Thumbs up to this oh so easy on the eye Cotswold town house hotel in the heart of the Cotswolds, with tip top food and some pretty snazzy rooms
Tudor Farmhouse, Clearwell
Muddy says: A snug, des-res in the middle of the Forest, we can’t get enough of this boutique hotel's super-comfy interiors and superlative food.
The Old Bell Hotel
Muddy says: Bed down for the night in this newly restored hotel in the heart of charming Malmesbury. It's Britain's oldest hotel, y'know. And it's got a gin bar. Right, I'm moving in...
Cowley Manor, Cowley
Muddy says: A contemporary take on the Cotswold country house hotel where chic modern interiors plus cool bar, amazing spa and stupendous surroundings equals 21st-century nirvana.
Royal Oak, Swallowcliffe
Muddy says: Fancy a snuggle in this award-winning pub? It’s a perfectly cosy blend of traditional 18th century architecture and stylish, modern interior design – just what we love at Muddy
The Greenway Hotel & Spa, Cheltenham
Here at Muddy we've fallen head over heels for the charms of this handsome country manor house hotel, with its knockout looks and luxury trappings.
Stroud Brewery, Thrupp
Muddy says: So much more than just a producer of fine ale, Stroud Brewery is a one-stop brewing, drinking, eating and partying destination. Right up our street then!
Malmaison, Cheltenham
Muddy says: We love this chichi hotel in Cheltenham for its chic Montpellier location and grande dame exterior that segues into cool, eclectic interiors.
