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AROUND CHIPPING CAMPDEN - THE GUIDE

A jewel in the Cotswolds crown, Chipping Campden is the beating heart of Robert Welch Designs and home to our Studio Shop.

A market town adored by many and known for its grand high street built from the riches of the wool trade, it is one of the Cotswold’s best-preserved high streets centred around the market hall. Amongst the quiet backwaters you'll find beautiful gardens, burgage plots and an ancient orchard.

The high street is full of independent shop-owners, craftsmen, artisan studios and workshops, and we have handpicked some of our favourites to guide you around a visit to our local town. Don’t forget to pop into our Studio Shop to say hi!


TO WALK

 

With rolling hills reaching near and far, the Cotswold region itself covers an area of around 145 kilometres and spans several counties, so it is no surprise it sees many walkers exploring the area on foot.

 

The Cotswold Way walk starts in Chipping Campden itself, easily split into sections, or if you are up to it, completing the full 100 miles!

Campden House Estate - The walk around the old estate perimeter, offers a fantastic opportunity to discover its unusual follies, cartwash and almshouses.

TO WALK

 

With rolling hills reaching near and far, the Cotswold region itself covers an area of around 145 kilometres and spans several counties, so it is no surprise it sees many walkers exploring the area on foot.

 

The Cotswold Way walk starts in Chipping Campden itself, easily split into sections, or if you are up to it, completing the full 100 miles!

Campden House Estate - The walk around the old estate perimeter, offers a fantastic opportunity to discover its unusual follies, cartwash and almshouses.

TO EXPLORE

 

The East Banqueting House is a site to behold! Available to hire for your own boutique stay, or to admire and photograph for your memories, it’s a much loved building in Chipping Campden’s landscape.

 

Kiftsgate Court Gardens offers amazing views from a privately-owned garden looked after by 3 generations of women gardeners. Now open every day this summer (except Fridays and Saturdays) from 12-6pm.

 

Court Barn Museum is a museum of craft and design, discover the stories and legacy of the craftspeople, designers and artists working in the north Cotswolds from 1900 to the present day.

 

Banqueting House

TO EXPLORE

 

The East Banqueting House is a site to behold! Available to hire for your own boutique stay, or to admire and photograph for your memories, it’s a much loved building in Chipping Campden’s landscape.

 

Kiftsgate Court Gardens offers amazing views from a privately-owned garden looked after by 3 generations of women gardeners. Now open every day this summer (except Fridays and Saturdays) from 12-6pm.

 

Court Barn Museum is a museum of craft and design, discover the stories and legacy of the craftspeople, designers and artists working in the north Cotswolds from 1900 to the present day.

 

 

TO EAT & DRINK

 

Chipping Campden offers an array of businesses and eateries, we’ve selected our pick of the town:

 

Fillet & Bone is known as 'a dazzling food emporium'. Open for premium hampers and food and drink sourced from the Cotswolds’ finest artisan produces, Fillet & Bone offers seasonal vegetables, artisan cheeses, stone-baked breads, charcuterie, hand-baked cakes and much more.

 

Michael’s (at Woolmarket House) Offers a mouth-watering Mediterranean menu with Greek speciality dishes. See our latest collaboration with Michael.

 

Toke’s (Originally Bennetts Wine Shop) is Chipping Campden’s award-winning wine shop and deli, it is a second generation of wine seller and offers a range of amazing homemade quiches, pies and a great selection of cheeses - not to mention their selection of takeaway foods.

 

MOR Bakery

The HQ of MOR bakery stands in Chipping Campden. Not to be missed, this is a place to see the baking and making in action whilst you can also learn for yourself at their dedicated workshops that run on the premises. Perfect for coffee, cake, and delicious brunches - from Friday to Sunday enjoy their baked offerings and coffee for yourself.

 

TO EAT & DRINK

 

Chipping Campden offers an array of businesses and eateries, we’ve selected our pick of the town:

 

Fillet & Bone is known as 'a dazzling food emporium'. Open for premium hampers and food and drink sourced from the Cotswolds’ finest artisan produces, Fillet & Bone offers seasonal vegetables, artisan cheeses, stone-baked breads, charcuterie, hand-baked cakes and much more.

 

Michael’s (at Woolmarket House) Offers a mouth-watering Mediterranean menu with Greek speciality dishes. See our latest collaboration with Michael.

 

Toke’s (Originally Bennetts Wine Shop) is Chipping Campden’s award-winning wine shop and deli, it is a second generation of wine seller and offers a range of amazing homemade quiches, pies and a great selection of cheeses - not to mention their selection of takeaway foods.

 

MOR Bakery

The HQ of MOR bakery stands in Chipping Campden. Not to be missed, this is a place to see the baking and making in action whilst you can also learn for yourself at their dedicated workshops that run on the premises. Perfect for coffee, cake, and delicious brunches - from Friday to Sunday enjoy their baked offerings and coffee for yourself.

 

 

TO VISIT & STAY

 

For a special visit…

The Spa at Dormy House is a favourite for many looking for a relaxing weekend, top of our list for a calming break and special treat.

 

Woolmarket House is a charming, bespoke bed and breakfast in a building dating back over 300 years, it’s a relaxing location for those wanting to enjoy a break in the countryside.

 

Broadway Tower presents itself as part of the Cotswold Way route. With shopping, bike hire, a café, and spectacular views over multi counties it is a fantastic spot to visit.

 

Little Oak Vineyard is an English vineyard in the Cotswolds producing their own fantastic white and sparkling wine. Open for tours and wine tasting with or without lunch, as well as private hire on request.

 

The Robert Welch Studio Shop is a long-standing feature of Lower High Street, visit our studio shop to view our latest collections and learn all about our brand heritage.

 

 

TO VISIT & STAY

 

For a special visit…

The Spa at Dormy House is a favourite for many looking for a relaxing weekend, top of our list for a calming break and special treat.

 

Woolmarket House is a charming, bespoke bed and breakfast in a building dating back over 300 years, it’s a relaxing location for those wanting to enjoy a break in the countryside.

 

Broadway Tower presents itself as part of the Cotswold Way route. With shopping, bike hire, a café, and spectacular views over multi counties it is a fantastic spot to visit.

 

Little Oak Vineyard is an English vineyard in the Cotswolds producing their own fantastic white and sparkling wine. Open for tours and wine tasting with or without lunch, as well as private hire on request.

 

The Robert Welch Studio Shop is a long-standing feature of Lower High Street, visit our studio shop to view our latest collections and learn all about our brand heritage.