The urban guide to the countryside -
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Lowden Garden Centre, Melksham
Muddy says: Fancy a garden centre with a difference? Better come with us and have a snoop around this gaff then.
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 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 you can stay over too!
The Fuselage
Muddy says: There's a lot of love for this super cool and highly original retreat in the heart of Glos
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 utter luxury in the heart of the Cotswolds? Then take a look at the gorgeous Lords of the Manor
The King’s Head, Whiteparish
Muddy says: As huge supporters of keeping it local, we can't recommend enough this wonderful local pub. Oh, and the food's pretty fab, too!
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 Bell, Ramsbury
Muddy says: The Bell at Ramsbury has been awarded the coveted AA Best Pub in England Award! What more do you need to know?
Howard’s House Hotel
Muddy says: Could this be the best kept secret in Wilts? Let’s find out, shall we?
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.
Fisherton Mill, Salisbury
Muddy says: A gallery, a cafe and artists' studios, Fisherton Mill is a wonderful haven in the heart of Salisbury.
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...
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. We love it!
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!
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.
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?
The Plough Inn
Muddy says: After a truly local county pub that wears its heart on its sleeve? Yup, we've found one just for you.
The Field Kitchen
Muddy says: A lovely lunch-and-brunch restaurant near Bradford on Avon, in beautiful surroundings in the Glove Factory Studios. Oh, and they do weddings too.
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.
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!
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 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...
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.
Lansdowne Strand, Calne
Muddy says: We love this ancient pub, brimming with history and gorgeously quirky charm.
Dinghams Cookshop
Muddy says: Is it a cookshop? Is it a cafe? Could it be that little slice of heaven that is both? Let's find out!
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.
