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Food & Drink
The Old Ale and Coffee House, Salisbury
Muddy says: Looking for the best brunch in Salisbury? A beach hut in the garden? A fun place to just, hey, hang out? We've found the joint, and you're gonna love it!
Cowley Manor
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.
The Garden at Miserden
Muddy says: A huge green thumbs up to this stunning, timeless garden, with tip-top events including outdoor theatre and a pop-up restaurant. Oh, and there's camping too!
Silver Fox Gin
Muddy says: Hats off to this divine, bespoke gin from the heart of the Wiltshire countryside. It's gonna be a good Christmas!
Pure Punjabi
Muddy says: We love this amazing mother and daughter team, whose fab company offers Indian cookery courses, home meal kits and wedding event catering
THE LOOKING GLASS
Muddy says: Like the idea of a restaurant that showcases the very best of the Cotswolds? The Looking Glass is for you
The Bath Arms, Horningsham
Muddy says: We love this cosy hideaway tucked in the shadow of Longleat. It's the perfect place to relax, unwind and explore...
Rollestone Manor
Muddy says: A gorgeously affordable, cosy and relaxed B&B a mere stone's throw from Stonehenge - we love it!
The Bell, Ramsbury
Muddy says: The Bell at Ramsbury has been awarded the coveted AA Best Pub in England Award for 2017/18! What more do you need to know?
Flying Monk Brewery
Muddy says: A fabulous local boozer, The Flying Monk (named after Malmesbury’s legendary Flying Monk, no less) is a real find.
Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort
Muddy says: Snooze, spa, fine dine and positively chillax in one of the finest luxury hotels in Wiltshire. It's a huge Muddy tick from us!
The Cookery School at Daylesford
Muddy says: Want to up your dinner party game, bond with your kids Great British Bake-Off style or just enjoy cooking in the most sublime place ever? Hello Daylesford!
The Frogmill, near Cheltenham
Muddy says: A superlative country pub near Cheltenham with grill-tastic food, home-from-home rooms and an events space to die for.
Woolley Grange, Bradford-on-Avon
Muddy says: Any hotel that collects the Mudlets from my room for brekkie and lets me sleep in is top notch in my book. A massive thumbs up to Family Luxury Hotel Woolley Grange.
The Old Bell Hotel, Malmesbury
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...
Averys Wine Merchant
Muddy says: Bored of supermarket plonk and feel like you’re grown-up enough to get a bit more knowledgeable about what you’re filling your wine o’clock with? Follow us…
Visit Hillbrush, Mere
Muddy says: Vintage brush machines, a fab sun terrace and artisan coffee bar – can you get more cool and quirky? This is Muddy to a tee.
Marlborough College Summer School
Muddy says: Got a long summer holiday ahead of you to fill? No worries, Mudsters - we've got you covered
Cookery at Winston House
Muddy says: Looking for something a bit different to do with your bezzies? This home-grown cookery establishment delivers fun culinary inspiration, fab fodder and a stunning, ‘I’m on holiday’ setting.
The Daneway
Muddy says: We almost don’t want to share this hidden treasure with you – but hey, that would be bad karma and we don’t want any of that! So here you go – fill your boots with this superb country pub near Cirencester.
The Lamb, Hindon
Muddy says: What are you waiting for? Check in to this gorgeous country pub deep in the West Wiltshire Downs with boutique-style bedrooms, great food and a seriously impressive wine list.
Helen Browning’s Royal Oak, Bishopstone
Muddy says: A dining pub with rooms on a lush farm in Wiltshire. If you want great tasting organic food, the farm is where it starts!
Splash of Colour
Muddy says: Get creative at this little gem in the heart of Salisbury. Kids' parties, rainy day sessions, baby's footprints (too cute)...it's all here.
The Farm Cookery School
Muddy says: Kids' holiday clubs, children's parties, plus classes for us grown-up lot in everything from making soup to baking bread at The Farm. Love it!
Harts Barn Cookery School
Muddy says: A one-stop shop for all things culinary, this cookery school in the Forest of Dean aces every base.
Natural Cookery School
Muddy says: If you follow this cookery school on Instagram, you’ll know that its food looks AMAZING. Well, you can learn how to make it, you know!
Craft Bar, Salisbury
Muddy says: Craft beer, craft cider and a cool street food kitchen serving knock-out burgers and fries, welcome to your local Salisbury haunt.
Three Tuns Freehouse, Great Bedwyn
Muddy says: We love The Three Tuns for its year-round curb appeal. Roaring fires, fabulous beer garden and top notch grub - what's not to like?
Vaughan’s Cookery School
Muddy says: Need a hand sharpening those culinary skills? We love Vaughan's cool, calm and inventive approach to getting your cooking back on track
The Socialight
Muddy says: We love, love, love this Stroud café for its super smooth Cornish coffee, full English platefuls of deliciousness and über sociable vibe.
Cotswold House Hotel & Spa
Muddy says: A quintessential English boutique hotel in gorgeous surroundings that’s big on intimacy, style and quirky details.
Lowden Garden Centre, Melksham
Fancy a garden centre with a difference? Better come with us and have a snoop around this gaff then.
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 Wheatsheaf
Muddy says: Sooooo much more than a pub, The Wheatsheaf has an art gallery, music studios, great grub...and did I mention it's all local, organic and sustainable? Right up our Muddy street. You comin' too?
Sheep on Sheep Street
Muddy says: A stylish new refurb of this Stow-on-the-Wold Inn takes it into must-try territory for pizza lovers and Cotwolds explorers.
The Porch House
Muddy says: England’s self-proclaimed ‘oldest inn’ also happens to be one of the classiest I’ve stayed at, with stylish interiors, excellent gastrofare and luxe bedrooms. A big yes.
The Greenway Hotel & Spa
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.
The Weighbridge Inn
Muddy says: An historic Cotswold inn with rustic charms aplenty, local real ales on tap and knockout 2in1 Pies.
The Cricklade Club, Cricklade
Muddy says: This quirky independent café, bar and events space serves such great food and is so relaxed you’ll be wanting to make it your home from home.
Stroud Brewery
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!
Timbrell’s Yard, Bradford-on-Avon
Muddy says: Thumbs up for this cool Bradford-on-Avon gaff, serving fresh West Country meals and snacks, and all absolutely delish.
The Woolpack Inn
Muddy says: It’s impossible to resist the bohemian charms of this cool, old-school, independent pub hanging out in the stunning Slad Valley.
The Hollow Bottom
Muddy says: We love this award-winning, 17th-century country pub in the Cotswold heartland for its fab food, chilled-out atmosphere and quirky touches.
Tudor Farmhouse
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.
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.
Larmer Tree Gardens, Tollard Royal
Muddy says: We love the breezy, open air vibe at Larmer Tree. With ornate gardens, pavilions, halls and secret spaces, it's perfect for the quintessential English country wedding
The Old Lodge
Muddy says: We’re blown away by this elemental wedding venue on top of the world on Minchinhampton Common.
The Crown at Woodstock
Muddy says: A modern Scandi reinvention of the traditional inn in pretty Woodstock – a super-stylish addition to the town with great food and 5 luxe bedrooms.
The Riverbarn
Muddy says: All hail the winner of Best Restaurant in Wiltshire in the Muddy Stilettos Awards, The Riverbarn in Fonthill Bishop! It's worth travelling to from far and wide
Fisherton Mill, Salisbury
Muddy says: A gallery, a cafe and artists' studios, Fisherton Mill is a wonderful haven in the heart of Salisbury.
Twisted Brewing Company
Twisted Brewing are an authentic micro-brewery, overlooked by the White Horse of Westbury in West Wiltshire. As an award winning craft brewery, we only use quality ingredients and traditional processes to produce hand-crafted ales. Our aim is to create small batches of quality session beers that showcase our ingredients and skills. The passion is evident in all […]
Wiltshire Chilli Farm
Based a short distance from Melksham, The Wiltshire Chilli Farm consists of a group of culinary and horticulture enthusiasts who share a love of all things spicy. Our chillies put the fire in our bellies that drives us to do what we love best – and that’s sauces and seasonings that encourage people to discover […]
The Wiltshire Liqueur Co
Our Story It’s short and sweet; we love liqueurs and after being involved in the initial concept of the Wiltshire Liqueur Company in 1993, we jumped at the chance to take over the company in 2012 and haven’t looked back since. We are a small family run company with exciting plans and ideas. Working from […]
Whatley Manor Hotel and Spa, Malmesbury
Muddy says: Looking for a Cotswold retreat where you can leave the world behind? Whatley Manor Hotel and Spa aces every base.
Monty and Mabel’s, Wilton
Muddy says: Think cool London club meets yummy local bakery meets everything-you-could-think-of-to-buy-for-your-pup and you’ve got Monty and Mabel’s.
Rumsey’s Chocolaterie
Master chocolatier Nigel Rumsey has been creating his exquisite range of award winning handmade chocolates since 1991. Thirty years’ experience as a Chef and Patissier has provided the inspiration and depth of knowledge needed to become a Master Chocolatier of distinction. Nigel and his wife, Mary, now have coffee shops in Wendover and Thame. Inspired […]
The Vine Tree, Norton
Muddy says: Formerly an old mill serving beer through the front windows to travellers in carriages, The Vine Tree nestles in the tiny hamlet of Norton on the edge of The Cotswolds.
Belmond Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons
Dining at Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons is an experience that will stay with you forever. The hotel opened in 1984, with the restaurant quickly gaining two Michelin stars, an accolade that has since been repeated for an astonishing 30 years. Described as “a twist of imaginative genius”, Raymond Blanc’s dishes utilise the freshest, best […]
The Chef’s Dozen, Chipping Camden
The Chef’s Dozen is proudly located in Chipping Campden in the Cotswolds. 2015 Winner of ‘Chef of the Year’ at the Cotswold Life Food and Drink Awards and awarded Chipping Campden’s High Street Business of the Year 2014, we are committed to working closely with a small core of quality producers who are dedicated to […]
The Maytime Inn
The Maytime Inn is a luxurious, 4 star gold rating hideaway, tucked into the historic village of Asthall, Oxfordshire. Dating back to the 17th century, it was bought by now-owner Dominic Wood in 2012 and has since been extensively renovated and remodelled. There is now a bar and restaurant for visitors to enjoy, as well […]
The Sheep on Sheep St
The Sheep on Sheep Street lies in the heart of the picturesque Cotswolds market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. Following a meticulous refurbishment by new owners, Brakspear, this boutique Inn with 22 rooms re-opened in July 2016. Featuring light, bright, contemporary spaces including an open-plan restaurant, a full-length bar top that flows into counter dining space facing […]
The Porch House
A handsome, Grade II* listed, Cotswold building with parts dating from 947AD, The Porch House, in the heart of historic Stow-on-the-Wold, claims to be ‘England’s oldest Inn’. It is also a stylish boutique retreat with restaurant, inn and 13 stylish rooms from £99 a night on a B&B basis. A light and airy bar with […]
