Louise’s guidebook
Sightseeing
The churchyard of Saint Mary's, which houses 99 yew trees, was described as "the grandest churchyard in England" by the renowned historian Alec Clifton-Taylor. Legend has it that if a hundredth yew is planted, the devil will come to remove it.
Painswick Church
3 New StThe churchyard of Saint Mary's, which houses 99 yew trees, was described as "the grandest churchyard in England" by the renowned historian Alec Clifton-Taylor. Legend has it that if a hundredth yew is planted, the devil will come to remove it.
The UK's only complete surviving Rococo style garden!
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Painswick Rococo Garden
Gloucester RoadThe UK's only complete surviving Rococo style garden!
A spectacular medieval building steeped in history and the burial place of King Edward II. Of particular interest is the elaborate fan vaulting of the cloisters (the first use of this architectural style in the country).
Gloucester Cathedral was a popular film location for Harry Potter films.
Entrance is free (a donation is requested on entry). The Monk's Kitchen is a nice cafe to stop at.
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Καθεδρικός Ναός του Γκλόστερ
12 College GrnA spectacular medieval building steeped in history and the burial place of King Edward II. Of particular interest is the elaborate fan vaulting of the cloisters (the first use of this architectural style in the country).
Gloucester Cathedral was a popular film location for Harry Potter films.
Entrance is free (a donation is requested on entry). The Monk's Kitchen is a nice cafe to stop at.
City/town information
Cheltenham spa town is the most complete regency town in Britain and the town is world renowned for its many festivals including the annual international literature and music festival.
The Cheltenham Festival horse racing is held annually in March and includes the famous Gold Cup Day, said to be the ultimate bucket list event of every sports fan.
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Cheltenham
Cheltenham spa town is the most complete regency town in Britain and the town is world renowned for its many festivals including the annual international literature and music festival.
The Cheltenham Festival horse racing is held annually in March and includes the famous Gold Cup Day, said to be the ultimate bucket list event of every sports fan.
Food scene
An independent arts cafe, providing lovely barista coffee, cakes and drinks (dine in or take-away).
Cards and gifts for sale, handmade by local artists.
Handmade In Painswick Arts Cafe
Bisley StreetAn independent arts cafe, providing lovely barista coffee, cakes and drinks (dine in or take-away).
Cards and gifts for sale, handmade by local artists.
Just a few steps up from Stonebarrow cottage you will find The Painswick, a luxury boutique hotel of Palladian architecture. Perfect for cocktails, afternoon tea and supper.
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The Painswick Hotel & Restaurant
Kemps LaneJust a few steps up from Stonebarrow cottage you will find The Painswick, a luxury boutique hotel of Palladian architecture. Perfect for cocktails, afternoon tea and supper.
Friendly pub in the centre of Painswick, selling local craft beers and great pub food.
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The Royal Oak
Church RoadFriendly pub in the centre of Painswick, selling local craft beers and great pub food.
Recommended for great food, location and walks from the pub car park
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The Bell at Sapperton
Recommended for great food, location and walks from the pub car park
Award winning Stroud Farmers Market, known as one of the most popular markets in the UK.
Location: Cornhill market place and surrounding streets.
Every Saturday 9am-2pm.
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Stroud
Award winning Stroud Farmers Market, known as one of the most popular markets in the UK.
Location: Cornhill market place and surrounding streets.
Every Saturday 9am-2pm.
Local brewery producing and offering organic beer, tasting tours and food.
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Stroud Brewery
London RoadLocal brewery producing and offering organic beer, tasting tours and food.
Award winning Cotswold vineyard. Tastings and tour recommended.
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Woodchester Valley Vineyard
Convent LaneAward winning Cotswold vineyard. Tastings and tour recommended.
The Falcon pub, Painswick offers locally sourced dishes and wines from The Balfour Winery in Kent.
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The Falcon Inn
London RoadThe Falcon pub, Painswick offers locally sourced dishes and wines from The Balfour Winery in Kent.