Barnsley - Cotswolds
Glorious, rambling countryside, honey coloured stone picturesque villages, quaint English scenes and rare wildlife make up the Cotswolds - England’s largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The T Barn sits in the pretty village of Barnsley, a small village with The Pig Hotel and Village Pub offering fabulous food and gardens due to open summer 2024. Garden lovers will appreciate Rosemary Veery’s distinguished garden design at the hotel, once her home.
Local Villages
Neighbouring village of Bibury is one of the most visited and photographed Cotswolds locations, William Morris called it 'The most beautiful village in England'. The National Trust are now caretakers for Arlington Row, originally built in the 14th century as a monastic wool store. It was later converted in the 17th century into a row of weavers' cottages.
Great food
Our local pub The Boot and Barnsley House Hotel are a 15 minute walk from the huts and offer a delicious food and a warm welcome. Walkable from the huts - 20 minutes.
The Stump at Fossecross is an ancient roadside inn now offering delicious pizza and pasta. Walkable from the huts - 1.5 hours.
Wild Honey and Thyme Newly restored pub with pods by the river, fun spot to eat with decent food.
The New Inn at Coln is a 16th century coaching inn serving up amazing burgers and other specials. Walkable from the huts - 1.5 hours
Thyme, The Swan and Ox Barn at Southrop boasts some of the best food in the county with their pub and restaurant they cover all bases of local, delicious food.
The Organic Farm Shop just down the road is open Tuesday - Sunday 10 - 4pm, beautiful organic produce, much made on the farm and a sweet cafe offering up homemade, nutritious food.
cycling & walking & Horse riding
Walking through the Cotswolds offers charming scenes of idyllic villages juxtaposed with rustic & wild farmland. Follow the footpaths and dry stone walls across the farm and through the valley to experience some beautiful local vistas.
Cycling is popular in the area, winding lanes take you through chocolate box villages, vast swathes of farmland and nature reserves. Gently rolling hills make for an enjoyable ride but if you want a little extra oomph then check out Cotswold E Bikes located on the neighbouring Abbey Home Farm
Hop on a horse at the Talland stables, there are beautiful bridle paths all around the area. Book a private ride or join in on a lesson, advance booking needed.
Historical sites
Kelmscott Manor, The Inspirational Cotswold Retreat of William Morris open over the spring / summer
When Morris first saw the Manor in 1871, he was delighted by this 'loveliest haunt of ancient peace'; he signed a joint lease for the property with his friend and colleague Dante Gabriel Rossetti, the Pre-Raphaelite artist.
Stow on the Wold & Morton in Marsh, are two of the most well known Cotswolds market towns. Go for a browse around the curious antique shops and farmers markets.