Driving Directions and Key Collection

HONEY POT, 2 NOEL COURT, CALF LANE, CHIPPING CAMPDEN, GL55 6BS

Check in: is currently at 3pm. (Please don't enter the property earlier unless you have had confirmation that it is ready from myself or your housekeeper)

Check out: Check out is by 11am.

Key Collection: The front door key is in the lock box to the right of the front door. Please return the key to the box when you leave.

TO OPEN THE KEY SAFE BOX slide down the front cover, scroll the numbers until you get to 5656 aligned, along the middle, and then pull the black tab down. And the cover will open.

Directions: Calf Lane runs parallel behind the High Street and access if coming by car is via Calf Lane which is off Station road B035). If you key in the postcode to Honey Pot it should take you straight to Noel Court which sits behind the Noel Arms pub.

Honey Pot is at 2 Noel Court and there is a gravel parking space on your right as you enter Noel Court. It is the second to last doorway/drive and there is a grey sign on the wall stating “Parking for Honey Pot Guests”

Alternative way to find the cottage

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TAXIS

IF YOU ARE ARRIVING OR LEAVING BY TAXI (OR NEEDING A TAXI DURING YOUR STAY), PLEASE PRE-BOOK AT LEAST 3 DAYS BEFORE (5 days before in high season). We advise pre-booking:

From Moreton-in-Marsh Station - https://www.moretoninmarshtaxiandminibus.com, 07895 028 448

Or http://www.cotswoldstaxis.co.uk, 07895 575 795

Les Proctor Chipping Campden +44 (0)7580 993 492

Cotswold Private Hire Chipping Campden +44 (0)1386 840500

Chipping Campden Taxis Chipping Campden +44 (0)1386 840111

Walking directions to the high street

To get to the high street and pubs and restaurants turn right out of the front door of Honey Pot towards the archway. Go through the Archway and you are on the high street.

EV Charger

Honey Pot now has an EV charger for guest use. It is linked to the Monta EV app. Please Note: The charger is untethered so you will need to bring your own cable with you.

Regrettably, our insurance will be invalidated for any EV charging into a three-pin plug socket or using an extension lead through windows/doors. Therefore, we are sorry but EV charging from plug sockets in this property is prohibited.

How to charge your car in 10 easy steps:

1. Find Monta EV charging app and download and create an account if not already done so

2. You DON'T need to Add my Car or Add my home charge point

3. Click on Find a charge point and Add payment method

4. Then, also on Find a charge point, click on Go to Map

5. This should automatically find your location and show you this charging point: Honey Pot, Unique Cotswold Cottages. (If it doesn't then enter Chipping Campden in the search bar to locate it)

6. Once you have clicked on Honey Pot, Unique Cotswold Cottages, it will bring up a new page where you can select/change Charge amount on here i.e, do you want it charged to a certain %, charged till full etc. 7.

7. Save when selected and Go to payment

8. On the payment page you will see the estimated price of your top up

9. From here you can select your payment method by clicking on arrow next to Personal Wallet

10. Once you have selected a payment option you Swipe to Start

Location

Chipping Campden is a lovely market town in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire. It is known for its unusual and attractive High Street and is said to be ‘the most beautiful village street now left on the island’ by G.M Trevelyan (English Historian). The high street is long and broad and is flanked on either side by an almost unbroken single terrace, made up of many different architectural styles.

There are various attractions in the village, including St James Church (one of England’s finest Wool Churches) featuring a magnificent 120ft tower and a very spacious interior.

Chipping Campden is conveniently located in the north Cotswolds, meaning you can enjoy the delights of this charming old wool merchant’s town, but also the nearby surrounding shire counties of Oxfordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire. From Blenheim palace and the Cotswolds to the south, to Worcester and the Malvern’s to the west plus Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick.

Food & Drink

Chipping Campden has numerous places to eat and drink, with a range of cuisines and prices to suit most tastes and budgets. The list below is a small sample of the range of options available. Pre-booking is advised.:

Noel Arms (https://bespokehotels.com/noelarmshotel) is conveniently located across the road from Honey Pot cottage. This pub has lots of history, including being the place that Charles II rested after his defeat by Cromwell at the battle of Worcester. The food here is traditional with a hint of international influences, all prepared from local produce. Their coffee shop is open throughout the day serving hot drinks and homemade cakes. It also opens at 7.30am for breakfast (most local tea rooms offering breakfast don’t open until 9am). Booking advised for breakfast and dinner. Lunch 12-3pm, dinner 6-8.30pm, breakfast 7.30-9.30am weekdays and from 8am until 10am at weekends. Dog friendly.

Cotswold House Hotel (www.cotswoldhouse.com) is located in the heart of Chipping Campden. The kitchen team take their inspiration from the finest offerings of dedicated producers - whether it be wholesome crusty breads, locally churned cheeses, home-reared meats, best Cornish fish, vegetables from the lush Vale of Evesham, or jams and preserves from small-scale artisan producers. There are two dining spaces at Cotswold House - the relaxed bistro area and sophisticated Fig restaurant - as well as an option to have lunch or dinner at our sister property The Noel Arms directly opposite. On warm days, enjoy a drink, coffee, or lunch on the Pavilion Terrace tucked away in the hotel garden. Sit under a shady umbrella and enjoy the peace and quiet from morning coffee to your early evening sun-downer. Lunch is served 12-3pm 7 days a week, dinner 6-9pm 7 days a week, Sunday brunch 11-2pm and their traditional 'Chipping Campden' afternoon tea is served daily from 1-5 pm. Well behaved dogs are welcome.

Michael’s Mediterranean Restaurant (www.michaelsmediterranean.co.uk) specialises in Greek and modern Mediterranean cuisine, served in a relaxed, intimate setting. Wine and dine in relaxed surroundings, with the warm ambience of open fires and a friendly service. From a delightful array of Mezze dishes, fresh fish and seafood with seasonal daily specials to the renowned “Marathona” Fillet Steaks. This restaurant is easy to find on the main high street of Chipping Campden. Brunch served 10-11:45am, lunch 12-2.30pm and dinner from 5pm. Dog friendly.

The Ebrington Arms (www.theebringtonarms.co.uk/) is a favourite of ours, located in the nearby village of Ebrington. The food here is delicious, inventive and classic British cooking. Wines are from independent growers including the Cotswolds’ own Little Oak Vineyard. The Ebrington Arms is off the beaten track and perfect for exploring the Cotswold hills before refuelling at the Arms. Sunday lunch 12-4pm, Sunday dinner 4-6.30pm, and serving food on weekdays from 12pm. Dogs on leads are welcome in the pub and the garden but not the restaurant.

Breakfast Options Nearby

You may notice that we don't have a coffee machine, and I just wanted to explain why. We appreciate that coffee preferences vary greatly, so we want to give you the opportunity to explore and find your perfect cup, as well as to support our local coffee shops and eateries. Thank you for your understanding. Below is a list of local places for a coffee/breakfast:

Bantam Tea Rooms - High St, Chipping Campden GL55 6HB https://bantamtea-rooms.co.uk/ Mon to Sun: 9.30am – 5.00pm

Restaurant At The Noel Arms Hotel - https://bespokehotels.com/noelarmshotel/dining Breakfast is served for non-residents from 7.30am – 9.30am weekdays and from 8am until 10am at weekends

Vegetable Matters - May Ln, Ebrington, Chipping Campden GL55 6NJ, Monday closed, Tuesday-Saturday 0830-1600, Sunday 0930-1600

Butty’s at The Old Bakehouse - Lower High St, Chipping Campden GL55 6DZ, Monday-Friday 0700-1400, Saturday 0730-1300

Blockley Cafe - Bell Ln, Blockley, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 9BB https://www.blockleycafe.co.uk/ Sunday-Tuesday 9:00am-5:00pm, Wednesday-Saturday 9:00am-9:00pm

Special Occasions

If you would like to treat someone for a special occasion, these are your local options:

The Bay Tree At Campden

https://www.thebaytreeatcampden.com/default.aspx

High St, Chipping Campden GL55 6AG

sue@thebaytreeatcampden.com or 01386 840617

Tues-Fri 0930-1300, Sat 0930-1300

Flowers, balloons, fruit baskets, chocolates, gift sets, soft toys. Will deliver.

Lisa Drinkwater Flowers

https://lisadrinkwaterflowers.wordpress.com/

3, Grafton House, High St, Chipping Campden GL55 6AT

01386 840440

Tues-Fri 0900-1300, Sat 0830-1200

Flowers and plants. Free delivery 5 miles of shop.

Grocery shops and supplies

There some good local grocery shops in the village;

The Co-op is a convenience supermarket located on the high street in the centre of the village. offering a large range of produce. It is open 7am to 9pm Monday to Sunday.

Fillet & Bone is an urban form shop and food emporium selling quality meats, food & drink . It is located in the high street of Chipping Campden and open between 9am-5pm Monday- Saturday and closed on Sundays.

The Nisa Local is a small local grocery store in the high street in the village centre. It is open Monday to Saturday, 7am to 9pm and Sunday 8am to 7pm.

For a bigger shop, a little further afield (around 15 mins drive) there is a Budgens supermarket, at High St Moreton In Marsh, Moreton-In-Marsh, GL56 0AH. This has a counter with frozen home made dishes from Cook, deli counter and a range of local product. It is open 7am to 10pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sundays.

Activities

Our favourite thing to do is to wander around Chipping Campden and the other local towns and villages that are all a short drive away. Other activities that we can suggest are:

Cycling

The Cotswolds is criss-crossed with quiet country roads and lanes, as well as more challenging mountain biking terrain, making it perfect for all types of cycling. Bikes can be pre-booked for hire from:

· Hartwell's Cycle Hire, Bourton-on-the-Water (http://hartwellscotswoldcyclehire.uk) Tel: 01451 820405

· TY Cycles, Chipping Norton will deliver bikes (and e-bikes) to your cottage if hire is for two days or more. www.tycycles.co.uk, 01608 238150

In-cottage Spa Treatments

For something special, we are delighted to announce we are now able to offer guests in-cottage Spa treatments from Solace Asia Therapy, which specialises in deep tissue massage, reflexology, Thai stretch massage and much more.

Your lovely therapist Irene, has worked at some top local establishments, including Spas at Daylesford’s Farm and Soho Farmhouse. For prices and to book your treatment, contact Irene on 07745 928985 or email info@solace-asia.co.uk.

Solace Asia Therapy is based in Stow-on-the-Wold, so you can book a visit there or arrange a treatment for you or as a couple in your cottage. Unique Cotswold Cottages guests will receive a FREE gift with their treatment, so do let them know when you book.

Alternatively, for a full day spa experience, check out https://www.cotswoldhouse.com/spa/ which is in Chipping Campden and offers a hydrotherapy pool, steam room, relax room, hair salon, nail bar and 5 further treatment rooms.

Archery, Clay and Target shooting

A fun activity that you could book to do before check in or after check out, is some shooting and archery. Old downs pursuits is around 50 mins drive from Honey Pot towards delightful Cirencester (which is often known as the capital of the Cotswolds). They offer archery, clay pigeon shooting and target shooting. If you mention that you are staying with Amanda at Unique Cotswold Cottages they will provide £5 off per person. Contact Sean 07597 093 708 or email olddownpursuits@live.co.uk. http://www.old-downs-pursuits.co.uk

Cotswold Lavender

Please check opening times on website as usually only open during the months of June & July. It is now closed until June 2024. They are open all year round for mail order and trade customers. https://www.cotswoldlavender.co.uk/

Guided Tours

https://www.gocotswolds.co.uk., (07786 920166). is an award winning tour company offering small group guided day tours of the Cotswolds from Moreton-in-Marsh and Stratford Upon Avon.

Walking

There are many lovely walks available from Honey Pot. A personalised map is provided in the guest book for your use during your stay. Please return it to the Guest Information folder when you leave so it is available for other guests use.

There is a lovely walk if you turn left out of the cottage and keep walking straight - you will go past the playing fields and tennis courts and can pick up walking trails from there.

Nearby Gardens

There are several famous gardens which are worth visiting, all less than half an hour away. Hidcote Manor is one of the most renowned attractions. Visitors can wander through the maze to the various hideaways featuring fountains, ponds and flowerbeds. Kiftsgate Court Gardens is another lovely place to visit to stroll around the beautiful grounds and they also have unusual plants for sale.

Sudely castle

With its Royal History and beautiful gardens, Sudely Castle, around 35 minutes away offers an enjoyable day out. There is also a range of events throughout the year which can be found on their website.

Golf at Naunton Downs

Naunton Downs offers a fantastic 18 hole 71 par golf course, which is open to visitors as well as members. Located in the stunning countryside between Stow on the Wold and Burton on the Water, Naunton Downs Golf Club will be a scenic retreat for avid golfers. Weekly passes are available for visitors.

All Things Wild Nature Centre

A fantastic year-round family attraction, comprising of plenty activities both indoor and outdoor to keep all ages entertained whatever the weather! You can get up close and learn about the amazing resident animals, with lots of encounters throughout the day. Located in the beautiful village of Honeybourne, just a stone throw from Chipping Campden.

Spa days and Treatments

The Cotswold House Hotel (https://www.cotswoldhouse.com/spa/treatments/) has a spa with a small hydrotherapy pool. Treatments and spa days can be booked here.

Courses

Floristry and craft courses at The Covent Garden Academy of Flowers - Chipping Campden

For over 10 years mother and daughter team, Gillian and Fleur Wheeler trained thousands of students at their renowned Central London design school, but now concentrate on their Cotswolds school. They run a whole range of floristry and craft courses available for all levels throughout the year, from their Signature Hand Tied Bouquet Workshop to the Three Day Flower Design Course and everything in between! If this is something you are interested in then do check their website academyofflowers.com as they are constantly updating and have a range of courses to suit everyone.

Creative and crafty workshops at Larkswold

At Larkswold you’ll find beautiful countryside views, freshly baked cakes, and bottomless teas and coffees. Your creative experience will leave you relaxed and ready for more. They offer a huge variety of workshops from glass infusing to pottery to natural paintmaking - see their website for the full range.

Nearby towns and villages

Chipping Campden is a great place from which to explore some of the other beautiful Cotswold’s towns and villages nearby including Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, Broadway, Burford and Moreton-in-Marsh. There are beautiful walks from the villages of Winchcombe, Blockley and Ebrington for a more off the beaten track experience. You may also want to take a trip to Stratford-Upon-Avon and visit the birthplace of Shakespeare.

Here is a small selection of our favourites with a little info about them:

Bourton-on-the-water - known as The Venice of the Cotswolds - it is a charming Cotswolds village with the delightfully names River Windrush running through it with small stone walking bridges to get you from one side to the other. On either side of the river are shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs. There are also a number of attractions including a maze, and a charming model village. You can take a stroll from here to Lower Slaughter and further on to Stow. It gets very busy in the high season when parking becomes very difficult. Home to Little Gem Cottage

Stow-on-the-Wold - Charming village with an array of shops, cafes, tea rooms, restaurants and pubs. Home of the St Edwards church with its much photographed front door. Good quality restaurants and parking in the square is free for two hours. It is known for its antique shops. Home to The Loft

Broadway - a charming village with lovely wide treelined high-street and pavements. A good selection of pubs and eateries. Enjoy a walk to the Broadway Tower and museum or dine at the famous Lygon Arms. The Cotswolds way runs through Broadway. Home of an arts festival, food festival and lots of other events throughout the year

Lower Slaughter - a lovely stroll from either Bourton or Stow will take you to stunning Lower Slaughter which is handy as in the summer months it is almost impossible to get parked there. There a picturesque village with it honey-coloured stone cottages either side , a pub and a delightful water mill. Booking is strongly advised at the pub.

Markets

There’s a wealth of local markets around the area. Below is a list of some of them, (these are subject to change around bank holidays and Christmas and during COVID-19 etc).

· Campden market is a market of crafts, gifts, cakes, clothes and other goods held once a month in the Town Hall, Chipping Campden. This is held on the second Saturday of each month from March to November between 10am and 5pm.

· The farmers market in Bourton-on-the-Water is on the fourth Sunday in the month - 9:30am to 1:00pm

· Stow-on-the-Wold farmers market runs once a month in the square on the second Thursday of the month - 9am until 1:30pm

· The Winchcombe farmers market is on the third Saturday in the month – 9am to 2pm

· Stratford-upon-Avon farmers market is the first and third Saturday of each month - 9am-2pm

· Cheltenham farmers market is on the second and last Friday of each month, on the pedestrianised area of the Promenade, outside Cavendish House - 9am to 2pm

· There is a weekly retail market in Moreton-in-Marsh on Tuesdays - 8am-2pm

· There is a weekly boot sale at Cheltenham race course on Sundays

For further local ideas, we recommend looking at https://www.cotswolds.com/plan-your-trip/chipping-campden-visitor-information-centre-p1784043 or visiting Chipping Campden Visitor Information Centre, The Old Police Station, High Street, Chipping Campden, Glos, GL55 6HB, 01386 841206

Unique Cotswolds Cottages Sustainable credentials

At Unique Cotswold Cottages, we aim to use local suppliers and trades and UK made products where possible. Here are some of the companies we have used for property refurbishment and supply of ongoing guest sundries.

We use locally recommended chimney sweeps, window cleaners, electricians, builders and plumbers.

Logs are sourced from local tree surgeons who are selling it as a bi-product of their trade rather than cutting trees down purely for the supply of logs.

Whilst renovating the last property, we donated numerous household items and furniture to Ukrainian Refugees.

Some of the Cotswold based companies we use:

Cotswold Gold BROADWAY - Rapeseed Oil

https://cotswoldgold.co.uk/

The Craft Drink Company BOURTON-ON-THE-WATER – Cotswolds Cloudy G&T

https://craftdrink.dearportal.com

Petala soaps BOURTON-ON-THE-WATER

https://petalasoaps.com/

Cotswold Lamps & Interiors CHELTENHAM

https://cotswold-lamps-interiors.com/

David Hunt lighting SHIPSTON ON STOUR

https://www.davidhuntlighting.co.uk/