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Chavenage House Near Tetbury In The Cotswolds.

Chavenage House is an Elizabethan era house 2.4 kilometres (1.5mi) northwest of Tetbury, in the Cotswolds area of Gloucestershire, England. The house was built in 1576 and is constructed of Cotswold stone, with a Cotswold stone tiled roof.

The estate of Chavenage was sold to Edward Stephens of Eastington in Gloucestershire in 1564. He built the house in the Elizabethan style, adding large windows to the south of the porch, much of the glass being obtained from redundant churches and monasteries in the area. On Edward's death, the estate passed to his son Richard and, on his death, to his second wife Anne, before his eldest son Nathaniel Stephens inherited it.
During the Civil War, Nathaniel Stephens raised troops and supported the Roundheads, and later became a member of Cromwell's parliament. Cromwell visited Chavenage House, and Stephens supported his planned regicide, and although he was not one of the signatories of Charles I's death warrant, he is nevertheless said to have died of remorse soon afterwards. It is also recounted that on the day of the Nathaniel's death, his ghost was seen leaving the house in a coach driven by a headless coachman dressed like the hapless king. The house is reputed to be one of the nation's most haunted homes.
In 1944, the house was requisitioned and housed American troops prior to the Normandy landings in France.
The house is an Elizabethan house and is a Grade I listed building. It was built originally in 1576 by Edward Stephens. It has an E-shaped plan with a porch at the centre of the east side. It is constructed of rubble stone with a stone slate roof and has two storeys and attics. It was enlarged in the seventeenth century and further extended in the eighteenth century by the Rev Richard Stephens, then again at the start of the 20th century. As these additions are in keeping with the original style and materials, they appear as one consistent building and the new areas are not obvious.
The interior has a former open great hall, but this has now had a ceiling installed, with an altered minstrels' gallery over a screen. This is sixteenth century as is the Renaissance style fireplace and the panelling and Gothic fireplace in the dining room. Other notable features of the house are the two tapestry rooms Cromwell's and Ireton's Room; the stained glass windows in the Great Hall; the Oak Room which has elaborate 1590 panelling. Additionally, there is an Edwardian wing, featuring a sprung-floored ballroom.
Close to the house is the family chapel which is included in the Grade I listing. It has a tower, built as a folly in the seventeenth century, with two stages, stepped diagonal buttresses and a parapet with embattlements. The main fabric of the chapel is eighteenth century and it has an undercover link to the house.
Chavenage has been used in films and for television programmes, including Barry Lyndon, The Ghost of Greville Lodge, the first Hercule Poirot story The Mysterious Affair at Styles; a 'Gotcha' for Noel's House Party, The Barchester Chronicles; Berkeley Square; Cider with Rosie; Grace & Favour; The House of Eliott; Casualty and Dracula. From 2008 the house featured as Candleford Manor in the BBC's Lark Rise to Candleford. Scenes from Bonekickers, Tess of the D'Urbervilles, starring Eddie Redmayne and In Love with Barbara were shot at Chavenage in 2008.
Recent credits include Rosamunde Pilcher's The Four Seasons, the BBC's Nightwatch and the CBBC's series Sparticles. Two productions were shot at Chavenage in 2013, The Unknown Heart, based on an idea by Rosamunde Pilcher as well the historical drama New Worlds (Channel 4), starring Jamie Dornan. Chavenage is Trenwith House in the new adaption of Winston Graham's Poldark (2015 TV series), starring Aidan Turner.



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Oxfordshire Country Walk The Cotswolds Burford to Swinbrook round

Our video is a guided walk in the Cotswolds from the delightful town of Burford, known as the southern gateway to the Cotswolds. We walk to Fulbrook then make our way through wonderful countryside to Swinbrook and follow the River Windrush back to Burford. We encounter some wonderful wildlife. This is an easy walk on grassy and gravel paths and tracks, two short stretches of minor road and two main roads with pavements.
Elevation: Approx lowest point 92.3m (302.8ft) approx highest point 166.8m (547.2ft) ascent 155.6m (510.5ft).
Approx 7.6 miles allow 3 hours using OS Explorer Map OL24, The Cotswolds, Burford, Chipping Campden, Cirencester & Stow-on-the-Wold.
Start point: Free car park at the back of the church.
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Lords of the Manor, Cotswolds - Unravel Travel TV

Situated in a timeless corner of the Cotswolds, in the village of Upper Slaughter, the Lords of the Manor is a former rectory of honey-coloured stone, set in eight acres of landscaped gardens and rolling parkland. This is a place to relax, do as much or as little as you like. The hotel has a pair of wellies waiting for you at the door just in case you would like to explore the stunning Cotswold countryside.

The reception rooms of the rectory have been tastefully preserved with a sense of style and character with blazing log fires throughout the winter months and during the summer months, the french windows are thrown open providing exquisite views to the terrace, a perfect setting for alfresco dining.

With no intrusion on the peace and relaxation of your stay, the staff will attend to your every need, the service taking its cue from the idyllic surroundings. This is how a luxury country house hotel should be.

Outside in the eight acres you’ll find yourself in the heart of the most scenic and interesting Cotswold country.

Lords of the Manor

The Lords of the Manor
Upper Slaughter
Gloucestershire
GL54 2JD

For Unravel Travel TV's report, travel journalist Julianne Mooney visited the Lords of the Manor hotel and spoke to Paul Thompson the General Manager.

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TUCKEDAWAY | Campden Cottages | Self catering | Forget Me Not Cottage, Blockley, Moreton In Marsh

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A popular, one bedroom cottage located in the centre of Blockley. Accessed from a footpath, its secluded location makes the cottage a most peaceful retreat.

Forget Me Not Cottage provides all the charm and peace expected of a country home. It is approached through a small cottage garden with flower borders and gravel paths. The mellow honey coloured Cotswold stone is exposed in the sitting room and still retains the original beams and original flagstone floor.
Babies are welcome, a cot and high chair can be provided. Guests are able to park nearby.

Upon entry, guests are greeted with the lounge. The original flagstone flooring, exposed beams and Cotswold stonewalls are all features. Newly redecorated, guests can relax in front of the wood burning stove in the comfort of the two-seater sofa or armchair. Included is the flat screen TV with Free view, DVD player and iPod dock. The drop leaf oak dining table and chairs can be found to one side of the room. There is full gas central heating included.

The fitted kitchen is modern yet in keeping with the traditional nature of the cottage. It is fully equipped with a washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher. There is also a fridge with icebox, microwave and gas cooker, in addition to an Iron and ironing board. Guests may enjoy a welcome tray that provides home made cake, condiments (to include tea, coffee, sugar and milk) and freshly cut flowers.

With windows on either side of the room, the bedroom is very light and sunny. The room is furnished with a king size (5ft bed) cream bedstead with bedside tables and lamps. Additionally, there is a chest of drawers, a wardrobe and a free standing long mirror. An additional TV with DVD player is provided. A Hairdryer may also be found here. Scenic views of the countryside can be seen here.

The Shower Room features a walk in shower, a basin enclosed in a vanity unit and WC. Toiletries and towels are included.

Located at the front of the property, guests are greeted with the garden. It has large flowerbeds with gravel paths. Plenty of pots of flowers add additional colour and interest. The Bistro style table and chairs are ideal for enjoying the seclusion and peace. A brick outhouse can be used to store bikes and includes a barbecue. There is access to the bridle path.

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Charingworth Manor - Charingworth, United Kingdom - Amazing place!

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Set in the beautiful Cotswolds countryside, Charingworth Manor is a 14th-century manor house in 54 acres of grounds, providing the perfect base from which to explore the picturesque area.
Charingworth Manor boasts an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and solarium. There is also a fully-equipped gym and an outdoor tennis court. Guests will enjoy scenic walks on the grounds.
The John Greville Restaurant serves excellent AA Rosette standard cuisine, using local produce, in elegant, intimate surroundings.
Each spacious room is furnished with antiques and fine fabrics, with private bathrooms and a plasma-screen TV. Some rooms have charming vintage features and boast wonderful views of the Cotswold countryside.

Oxfordshire Country Walk Cotswolds Blenheim Palace Woodstock to Wootton round

Our video is a guided circular walk in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds. From Woodstock we walk through the grounds of Blenheim Palace, the birth place of Sir Winston Churchill, to Wootton. This is an easy walk along grass and gravel footpaths and tracks, minor tarmac road and short distance on main road. There are some gradual inclines and declines.
Elevation: approx lowest point 78.90m (258.86ft) approx highest point 146.10m (363.85ft) approx ascent 142.50m (467.52ft).
Approx 6.5 miles allow 2½ - 3 hours using OS Explorer Map 180, Oxford Witney & Woodstock. This walk is done clockwise.
Start point: Free car park in Hensington Road.
For more info and facilities please see our website.

Beth Chatto Gardens

Small but perfectly formed, The Beth Chatto Garden in East Anglia was looking at its best last April. This video was inspired by 'Chaldon2 View' who alerted me to its existence, Thanks Julie.

Cotswolds Country Walk Old Sodbury to Horton and Hawkesbury Upton round

Our video is a guided circular walk in the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire. From St John the Baptist Church at Old Sodbury we walk to Little Sodbury, Horton and Hawkesbury Upton returning on the Cotswold Way through the remains of Old Sodbury Fort. This is an easy walk through grass fields, on gravel paths and tracks. Some minor tarmac roads and one climb after Horton Court.
Elevation: approx lowest point 122.80m (402.89ft) approx highest point 203.60m (667.98ft) approx ascent 226.80m (744.09ft)
Approx 9.2 miles allow 3½ to 4 hours using OS Explorer Map 167, Thornbury, Dursley & Yate. This walk is a figure of eight starting anti-clockwise.
Start point: Old Sodbury Church.
For more info and facilities please see our website.

The Beth Chatto Gardens ... June 2016

Beth Chatto was 93 years old in June 2016 and she has transformed this garden since 1960 from an overgrown wasteland with poor gravel soil and boggy hollows to what it is today. Her planting schemes have influenced garden design for over 30 Years. The Gravel Garden was made to show what could be grown in dry conditions. It was planted out on what was the former car park sited on top of 15 feet of gravel.
The Gravel Garden is free to walk around when visiting the Plant Nursery, Tea Rooms and Shop but there is a charge to visit the beautiful garden that surrounds the house where Beth Chatto lives.

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Andy's National Trust Travel Blogs: Aberdulais Tin Mine and Waterfall, South Wales

There are 500+ places of interest in the UK under the National Trust banner and I will be attempting to visit as many as I can, reporting as I do all the important stuff relative to accessibility.

In this episode I went over the border into Wales to visit an old tin mine called Aberdulais. It was fully accessible with lifts and ramps, however doing it alone was very difficult. Luckily, I had a young helper and I got chatting to his Dad, an avid youtuber too.
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