Things To Do
Cotswolds
Grittleton is in the Cotswolds – a small region of Southwest England known for it’s picturesque villages, rolling hills and is recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Close by Grittleton House is Castle Combe (3 miles) - known for it’s pretty village with no new houses built since the 16th century
Bath
Situated 17 miles southwest of Grittleton, Bath is a city known for its stunning architecture and cultural attractions, as well as the World Heritage site Roman Baths which it is named after. As well as visiting the Roman baths, recommended sites in the city include the Victoria Art Gallery, The Holborne museum and Bath Abbey
Oxford
Where Sarah and Michael first met, the historic city of Oxford is 60 miles east of Grittleton. Best known for it’s university institutions which date back to 1096, Oxford is also home to many large university parks, museums, and historic tours which take in filming locations of Harry Potter and Inspector Lewis. Sarah and Michael can provide more detail on request on recommended accommodation and attractions in Oxford
Cornwall
Cornwall is situated 180 miles southwest of Grittleton (approx. 3 hour drive) – a large county consisting of many sandy beaches, harbour towns and villages, and large gardens such as the Lost Gardens of Heligan and the Eden Project. Recommended areas to visit are the towns of St. Ives and Port Isaac (with Tintagel castle nearby) as well as the larger city of Truro
London
The city of London is situated 100 miles east of Grittleton. If flight is arriving at and/or departing from Heathrow airport, this is approximately 15 miles away from the centre of London. Tourist attractions in Central London include the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London, London Eye as well as museums and galleries such as the British Museum, Natural History Museum and the National Gallery. While slightly outside London picturesque areas to stay include Hampstead Heath, Chiswick, and Richmond