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A419 east from Stroud, from Swindon
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 Cirencester
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Known
as the 'Capital of the Cotswolds', the busy market town of
Cirencester dates back to Roman times. Then known
as 'Corinium Dobunnorum', it was one the of regional capitals
of Roman Britain.
Relatively
little of the Roman town remains above ground but a large
grassed over amphitheatre is worth a visit.
The award-winning
visitor attraction, the Corinium Museum, illustrates the facinating
history of Cirencester.
The town
centre is dominated by the large parish church of St John
Baptist, one of the finest Cotswold wool churches and known
as the 'Cathedral of the Cotswolds'. Its unique three-storied
porch housed the Town Hall until 1897.
The town's
colourful street market is still held twice a week in the
large and impressive Market Place.
Cirencester
offers a range of excellent shops and is now also an important
crafts centre. The Brewery Arts Centre hosts workshops, a
gallery and regular craft fairs.
Cirencester's
many open spaces include the Abbey Grounds, site of St Mary's
Abbey, and the extensive 18th century parkland of Cirencester
Park, home to the Bathurst family for over 300 years.
Cirencester
Park, which comes right into the heart of the town, plays
host to a number of equestrian events including polo, held
here every Sunday throughout the summer.
Nearby
tourist attractions include the Westonbirt Arboretum at Tetbury,
the Cotswolds Wildlife Park in Burford and the Cotswolds Water
Park and Keynes Country Park at Shorncote.
The Kemble
Airfield, on the A429 to the south of the town, houses the
Bristol Aero Collection and is used for track days.
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What
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Cirencester Tourist Attractions
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 Corinium
Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, GL7 2BX, after a 2
year refurbishment programme, this museum explores the archaeology
of the Cotswolds and has one of the finest collections of Roman
and Anglo-Saxon Britain artifacts. Step through the triumphal
arch to arrive in the city of Corinium (Cirencester). Reconstructions
of a dining room, a kitchen and garden. Anglo-Saxon gallery
houses finds discovered in the cemetery uncovered at Butler’s
Field, Lechlade. Special events and exhibitions. Open: Mon-Sat,
10:00-17:00, Sun 14:00-17:00. Tel: 01285 655611  |
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Arts Centre, Brewery Court, Cirencester, GL7 1JH , one
of the Cotswold's major attractions, with a craft shop, gallery
and coffee house. 16 craftworkers in residence including ceramicists,
textile designers, glass blowers, stained glass artists and
a wire weaver. Workshops, classes and theatre. Open: Mon:-Sat:
10:00-17:00 Tel: 01285 657181 Performances, workshops and classes
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Aero Collection,
Hangar A1, Kemble Airfield, A429 south of Cirencester, with
the display of artifacts relating to the Bristol Aeroplane Company. From
the earliest bi-plane through to Concorde. Exhibits include
aircraft, engines, guided missiles and spacecraft. There is
also a Bristol Tram and a small collection of vintage Bristol
buses. The museum's Filton Airfield site is the home of Concorde
216 (advance booking only). Open: Easter-Oct: Sun, Mon and
Bank Holidays 10:00-16:00 Tel: 01285 771204
www.bristolaero.com
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Barnsley
House Garden,
4 miles north-east of Cirencester on B4425, a mature 4.5 acre
garden has been planted so that there is something of interest
whatever the season. There are spring bulbs, mixed borders and
superb autumn colours. Tel: 01285 450000
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| Misarden
Park Gardens,
at Miserden, GL6 7JA, 6 miles north-west of Cirencester, gardens
around a17th century house overlooking the 'Golden Valley'.
The design was influenced by Lutyens. Terraces with wisteria,
yew hedges and rose gardens. Topiary
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Rodmarton
Manor,
GL7 6PF,at Rodmarton, off A433 Cirencester - Tetbury road, one
of the last great country houses to be built -in a beautiful
setting with garden surrounding the house designed by Ernest
Barnsley. Series of 'outdoor rooms' , a rock garden, rare plants
and summerhouse. Topiary and woodland garden .
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Where
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Bibury Cirencester GL7 5NT
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Bibury Court is situated less than two hours drive form London, close to Cirencester and Swindon, and ideal for the M4 corridor. Privately owned since 1968, Bibury Court is a eighteen bedroomed manor house hotel and is a welcoming refuge
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Main Street Aldwyns Cirencester GL7 5AN
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Nestled in the pretty Gloucestershire village of Coln St Aldwyns, this beautiful country inn offers an award-winning restaurant, a garden overlooking meadows and elegant, individually designed rooms with modern amenities.
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Bibury Cirencester GL7 5NW
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19Th Century craftsman, designer and writer, William Morris, crowned Bibury 'the prettiest village in England'. Today, this picturesque Cotswold hamlet continues to evoke such reactions.
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Guest
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Ewen near Cirencester GL7 6BY
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In the tranquil Cotswold village of Ewen, the 16th-century Wild Duck Inn offers elegant rooms with flat-screen TVs and DVD players. There is a garden terrace for al fresco dining.
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14 Victoria Road Cirencester GL7 1EN
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The Talbot Inn offers bed and breakfast, a short walk from Cirencester town centre, with its markets, shops, pubs and restaurants. Wi-Fi and parking are free. The bedrooms are set in converted stables and all have a private entrance.
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Hare Bushes A429 Burford Road Cirencester GL7 5DS
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Lake 6, Spine Road East South Cerney near Cirencester GL7 5FP
This premier lakeside resort is surrounded by the 140 lakes of Cotswold Water Park, and offers exciting outdoor activities, a wide range of watersports and the tranquil 6 Spa.
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11 Ampney Crucis near Cirencester GL7 5RY Tel: 0844 847 1200
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In the charming Cotswold village of Ampney Crucis this immaculately presented cottage enjoys lovely quintessentially English views over grazing sheep and the village cricket ground. Full of character with beamed high vaulted ceilings and its own walled ga...
Sleeps 3
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Lake Pochard Cotswold Water Park near Cirencester GL7 5TL Tel: 01244 357717
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Kingfisher is a detached, timber-built, single storey Scandinavian lodge, on the peaceful southern side of the Cotswold Water Park, just 4 miles from Cirencester in Gloucestershire....
Sleeps up to 6 in 3 bedrooms
. Pets allowed. Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: 340.00-815.00
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Days Out in and around Cirencester
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Towns near Cirencester To Visit - straight line distance:
Northleach Tourist Information (9.63 miles) Tetbury Tourist Information (9.88 miles) Malmesbury Tourist Information (10.73 miles) Stroud Tourist Information (10.76 miles) |
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Centre
Corn Hall
Market Place
Cirencester
GL7 2NW
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