THE LOCAL AREA
ASHTON UNDER HILL
"There is direct access to limitless footpaths and bridleways without the need to get in the car, and you are also just a 10 mins stroll to the traditional village pub which serves really good pub food. In the village, there is also a children’s playground, two free tennis courts, a football pitch, and cricket pitch. Try walking up to the tower and find the elephant stone!"
BROADWAY & THE COTSWOLDS
The Cotswold towns of Broadway, Chipping Campden & Chipping Norton are all within easy reach of Orchard Barn.
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Visit the famous Broadway Tower and enjoy spectacular walks and views over the Vale of Evesham.
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Spend time browsing the artisan shops and cafe's of Chipping Campden.
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MALVERN HILLS AONB
30 minutes from Orchard Barn, the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a national treasure.
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Malvern itself is a spa town sitting on the side of the hills, with a stunning Abbey and a deep history.
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A trek up to the top of Malvern Beacon at just under 1400 feet provides incredible views across four counties and into Wales.
STRATFORD UPON AVON
30 minutes from Orchard Barn, the world famous Stratford Upon Avon! There's the usual tourist spots but also take time to walk along the river Avon, taking in the RSC building, boating activities and lots of really good restaurants and shops.
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CHELTENHAM
The Gloucestershire town of Cheltenham, home to the renowned Cheltenham Festival, 4 days of horse jump racing culminating in the Gold Cup, held annually in March at Cheltenham Racecourse.
It's also known for Regency buildings, including the Pittville Pump Room, a remnant of Cheltenham’s past as a spa town. There's fine art at The Wilson museum, and the Victorian Everyman Theatre has an ornate auditorium.
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BREDON HILL AONB
Orchard Barn sits on the side of Bredon Hill which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and very worthy of a day's exploring. You can access the hill directly from Orchard Barn garden!!
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Wildlife includes Kites, the occasional Kestrel, Deer (including Stags), thousands of bunny rabbits, butterfly's and wild plants.
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Climb to just under 1000 feet (easy routes up), to visit the Folly and see the elephant rocks, you won't regret it!
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