Here are some of our favourite places
There is so much to discover in the immediate area surrounding Fosse Farmhouse - it really is worth staying a little longer to see them all!
Castle Combe
This is the prettiest village in the Cotswolds! Follow the footpath from our door and after a 20 minute walk through spectacular countryside, you will arrive in this picture postcard village. Used as a location for many major feature films including Dr Doolittle, Warhorse, Stardust and Wolfman.
Lacock
A charming National Trust Village with an amazing Abbey that featured in the Harry Potter movies as Hogwarts school! The Fox Talbot photographic museum - where the first reverse negative image in the world was made is also in this picture postcard village located 15 minutes drive from Fosse Farmhouse. www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Bowood House
Privately owned by the Earl of Shelbourne Bowood House and gardens are open to the public and are well worth a visit. One of the best adventure playgrounds in England can be found in the grounds providing hours of family fun and don’t miss the spectacular lake, waterfall and Grotto. 15 minutes drive. www.bowood.org
Thermae Bath Spa
Just a 20 minute drive to Bath and you and the family can relax in the hot thermal spring waters of the Thermae Bath Spa. Day tickets and three hour sessions available. www.thermaebathspa.com
Longleat Safari Park
Followingthe huge popularity of the BBC’S Animal Park series this has to be one of the best children’s attractions in the country! Forty five minutes drive from Fosse Farmhouse, Family tickets available. www.longleat.co.uk
Castlecombe Circuit
A popular motor racing venue with events held throughout the year and only 5 minutes drive www.castlecombecircuit.co.uk Kart Track/Skid Pan/4wd @ Castle Combe www.combe-events.co.uk
The Badminton Horse Trials
Held annually in the Grounds of Badminton House the home of the Duke of Beaufort during the first weekend in May just 15 minutes drive. http://www.badminton-horse.co.uk/
Grittleton House, The Manor House and The Orangerie at Euridge
Three popular wedding venues 10 minutes drive.
Westonbirt
The National Arboretum, 20 minutes drive. www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt