Shepherd Stays

Castle Combe (20 minutes’ drive) is said to be among the most typical villages in the Cotswolds, with centuries-old stone and half-timbered cottages lining its streets. Just to the east is Castle Combe Circuit, a racetrack that arranges track events, retro race days and driving experiences. If the massage on site has whetted your appetite for self-care, head to Bath (35 minutes), where the Thermae Bath Spa has a rooftop pool with spectacular views across the city, as well as a Wellness Suite with themed rooms. Afterwards, explore the Roman Baths or make your way to the Royal Crescent, a large semicircle of elegant Georgian homes. Hot summer days call for water-based pursuits, and Cotswold Country Park & Beach (55 minutes) is just the place, with an inflatable adventure course, and paddleboard and pedalo hire. In the vicinity, there is also plenty of birdwatching action at Swillbrook Lakes, plus a sculpture park.