Outdoors

Embrace one of Gloucestershire's bravest Christmas traditions at the Christmas Day Swim in Cheltenham

Embrace one of Gloucestershire's bravest Christmas traditions at the Christmas Day Swim in Cheltenham

Swap your Christmas jumper for a cossie and take the plunge at Cheltenham Lido's annual Christmas Day swim.

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The world-famous Bibury Duck Race is back this Boxing Day

The world-famous Bibury Duck Race is back this Boxing Day

New country store and machinery depot is bringing the UK's best agricultural brands to Gloucestershire

New country store and machinery depot is bringing the UK's best agricultural brands to Gloucestershire

See in the New Year with Cheltenham Racecourse's first race day of 2026

See in the New Year with Cheltenham Racecourse's first race day of 2026

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11 most beautiful walks in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

11 most beautiful walks in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

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13 best places to walk your dog in Gloucestershire

13 of the best things to do in Tewkesbury

13 of the best things to do in Tewkesbury

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New country store and machinery depot is bringing the UK's best agricultural brands to Gloucestershire

New country store and machinery depot is bringing the UK's best agricultural brands to Gloucestershire

Enjoy Scandi-inspired winter wellness at Cheltenham Lido's Nordic Spa Experience

Enjoy Scandi-inspired winter wellness at Cheltenham Lido's Nordic Spa Experience

Last chance to save over £30 on tickets to Cheltenham Festival 2026

Last chance to save over £30 on tickets to Cheltenham Festival 2026

Real Christmas trees for sale at Batsford Arboretum

Real Christmas trees for sale at Batsford Arboretum

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Enchanted Garden by Night Christmas trail at Painswick Rococo Garden

Enchanted Garden by Night Christmas trail at Painswick Rococo Garden

Winter Glow 2025 at Three Counties Showground

Winter Glow 2025 at Three Counties Showground

Outdoor Ice Rink at Gloucester Quays

Outdoor Ice Rink at Gloucester Quays

Christmas Day Swim at Cheltenham Lido

Christmas Day Swim at Cheltenham Lido

Bibury Duck Race 2025

Bibury Duck Race 2025

New Year's Day Racing 2026 at Cheltenham Racecourse

New Year's Day Racing 2026 at Cheltenham Racecourse

Evening with the Swans at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Evening with the Swans at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Festival Trials Day 2026 at Cheltenham Racecourse

Festival Trials Day 2026 at Cheltenham Racecourse

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'We are passionate about removing barriers to nature' – WWT Slimbridge's education manager on new programmes, winter offers and mindfulness outdoors

'We are passionate about removing barriers to nature' – WWT Slimbridge's education manager on new programmes, winter offers and mindfulness outdoors

From hands-on outdoor sessions and Wetland Explorer Days to magical winter wildlife encounters and wellbeing activities, discover...