Tetbury is a quintessential Cotswolds town centred around a lively market square. Cobbled streets lined with honey-coloured stone buildings make it an atmospheric base to explore Gloucestershire. Shop at independent boutiques, explore flower-filled gardens and discover the town’s proud royal connection.
Things to do in Tetbury
Market House soars over the town square and has been a business hub since the 17th century when it was used to sell wool and yarn. Today the landmark building is surrounded by independent shops, cafes and antique stores. A twice-weekly market pops up in the square and attracts vendors from across the Cotswolds.
Visit Highgrove House and Gardens and get a taste of life as a British royal. The manor is the private residence of Prince Charles and set in beautifully landscaped gardens. Stroll through the ornamental kitchen garden set behind red-brick walls, wander through the wildflower meadow and admire towering beech, cherry and magnolia trees in the Arboretum. Finish your day with a champagne afternoon tea in the sun-drenched dining room.
Learn about the legacy of the Gloucestershire Constabulary at the Tetbury Police Museum and Courtroom. The museum is housed in the former Victorian police station and features engaging exhibits on the town's policing past. See antique memorabilia and step into the historic courtroom where justice was once served.
From traditional tea rooms serving scrumptious cream teas to chef-driven bistros championing local produce, there are plenty of places to savour the flavours of the Cotswolds in Tetbury. Enjoy a meal at a cosy pub, where dishes like smoked trout, roasted Old Spots pork and ploughman’s platters loaded with bread, chutney and Gloucester cheese take centre stage. Wash down your meal with a locally brewed ale and order a slab of sticky toffee pudding for dessert.
Getting around Tetbury
Tetbury is compact and easy to explore on foot. The town is in the Cotswolds, a one-hour drive from Bristol and two hours from Birmingham. Kemble Railway Station is a 15-minute drive away. Rent a car for the freedom to visit Tetbury and explore the Cotswold countryside at your own pace. Birmingham Airport is a two-hour drive away.