There are many ways to shop in England, but few are as relaxed and straightforward as a visit to Bicester Village. What makes it special is the ease of it all. A beautifully designed open-air setting, an extraordinary collection of British and international brands, and everything gathered in one walkable place so you can browse without racing across a city. It feels polished, calm and welcoming — a very different rhythm from a busy day in central London. I come here often, so

How to Use Trains in the UK: A Simple Guide for Overseas Visitors

Sound required - the bees are a-buzzing and the birds are a-tweeting! At last! Spring has arrived. The clouds cleared and we have had...

When is the best time to visit England and the Cotswolds?

Experiencing the Cotswolds Without Sight: What Accessible Travel Really Means in Historic England

The Cotswolds is a haven for antique enthusiasts, offering a wealth of shops filled with unique finds.

March is a month of contrasts. Spring begins to make itself known — snowdrops and early bulbs appear, lambs are in the fields, and the days are noticeably brighter. On clear days the sunshine can feel genuinely warm.

Choosing what to wear February in the Cotswolds can be tricky. It still feels like winter — but there’s a subtle shift. The days begin to stretch, the light softens, and on brighter afternoons you can sense spring quietly waiting in the wings. It’s a lovely month for touring: calm, uncrowded, and atmospheric. But it’s also a month where thoughtful dressing really helps you enjoy the day. If you’re visiting or joining one of my tours in February, here’s how I dress for it — an

Knowing what to wear in the Cotswolds in January can be tricky. Here are a few tips to help you with your packing. January is one of my favourite times of year. It’s quiet and calm with no crowds, no fuss, just villages, countryside and winter light. If you’re visiting or joining one of my tours in January, what you wear really does affect how much you enjoy the day. We’re outdoors for much of it, walking village streets and country paths, with warming stops along the way. He

This is a 5 night/6 day holiday with superb private accommodation in one of the most idyllic Cotswold villages, well off the beaten track.

Cotswolds Teacup Tours' Top Cotswold Tearooms (try saying that over and over!) These are in no particular order, I love them all just the...

When the skies are overcast or icy clear and the autumn leaves have turned to mush under our boots, there is nothing better than cosying...

How to eat Scones

This is an old recipe my mother passed down to me for making the perfect scone. I have made these so many times, I've got this down to 8...

Last week I took a circular walk from the pretty village of Broadway, famous for the Father Brown series, over across the fields to...

Each week I take a long walk through the Cotswold countryside, in a variety of locations. My tour guests often ask me for walking...

I know, it’s madness, but it does happen occasionally. A kind spouse sometimes offers to give up a day of holiday to enable his or her...

This blog post features the best clothes shops in Stow on the Wold. I will be featuring future blogs posts on more towns in the Central,...

A subject close to my heart. These are in no particular order, I love them all just the same, but please at least read no.10, as it is...

A few people have been asking me recently about the walks I take around Blenheim. I live really close to Blenheim so I like to go there...