Entertainment is one of the stories, places or details that helps explain why the Cotswolds stays with people long after they leave.
On this page we look at what makes it special, with details including Ben Miller to open £4 million theatre in Chipping Campden, Read more and Cornbury Music Festival’s ‘last hurrah’, and a little of the context that helps you see it as more than just another stop on the map.
Ben Miller to open £4 million theatre in Chipping Campden
22/09/2022
Cidermill Theatre is the new performing arts centre at Chipping Campden School (CCS), to be officially opened by much-loved local actor, comedian and best-selling author Ben Miller on Friday, 30 September.
Celebrated pop singer Jennifer Paige is to perform a live set at the launch event, including her international hit “Crush”, which will be filmed for an adventure TV series sponsored by Land Rover.
Cornbury Music Festival’s ‘last hurrah’
01/03/2022
This summer’s Cornbury Music Festival will definitely be the last, festival director Hugh Phillimoire has announced..
But the much-loved festival will certainly be going out with a bang with a line-up including Bryan Adams, James Blunt, Ronan Keating, Jools Holland and Mica Paris.
Hugh said today: “I’m thrilled to announce the second phase of the line-up for Cornbury’s ‘Last Hurrah’ this coming July; we’re delighted that we’ve managed to snag lots of old friends along with some fabulous newcomers!
Big Feastival announces ‘strongest line-up yet’
11/02/2022
Stereophonics. The Human League, the Sugababes and Anne-Marie are among the big names set to play at this summer’s Big Feastival.
Big Feastival, proudly presented by M&S; Food, returns to Alex James’ Farm in the Cotswolds from 26 – 28 August 2022.
COMPETITION: Win a copy of a Katie Fforde bestseller!
20/01/2022
Loving the Cotswolds readers have a chance to get their hands on a copy of a Katie Fforde paperback.
Katie Fforde is one of the UK’s best-loved authors. She has now sold over 4.5 million books (across all formats) here.
Katie Fforde is one of the UK’s best-loved authors. She has now sold over 4.5 million books (across all formats) here.
Choir joins ‘The Rat Pack of Opera’ in Stroud show
19/01/2022
Stroud choir The Thames Head Singers will be joining the number one selling classical vocal trio Tenors Unlimited for a memorable show in Stroud later this month.
The choir will join the trio – dubbed ‘The Rat Pack of Opera’ – in “That’s Amore” at The Subscription Rooms on Sunday 30th January 8pm.
The choir will join the trio – dubbed ‘The Rat Pack of Opera’ – in “That’s Amore” at The Subscription Rooms on Sunday 30th January 8pm.
REVIEW: Jack and the Beanstalk, Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham
04/12/2021
They’ve only gone and done it again! The team at the Everyman Theatre have come up with an absolute knockout of a pantomime that is one of the best (if not THE best) I’ve ever seen.
After last year’s run was curtailed by Covid, this year’s production of Jack and the Beanstalk is just pure pantomime class.
After last year’s run was curtailed by Covid, this year’s production of Jack and the Beanstalk is just pure pantomime class.
Cornbury brings out the big hitters
23/11/2021
Cornbury Music Festival has today (Tuesday) revealed its classic line-up of headliners for 2022.
Loved by locals, Cornbury is a long established festival in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, with the friendly community atmosphere of a village fete, that just happens to have some of the biggest International names in music performing on the main stage.
Loved by locals, Cornbury is a long established festival in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, with the friendly community atmosphere of a village fete, that just happens to have some of the biggest International names in music performing on the main stage.
New theatre in Chipping Campden is named
17/11/2021
A brand new £4 million, state-of-the-art theatre being built in the Cotswolds has been given its name.
The venue on site at Chipping Campden School is nearing completion and plans to launch in Spring 2022.
The venue on site at Chipping Campden School is nearing completion and plans to launch in Spring 2022.
Fee Fi Fo Fum…Book now for panto fun!
04/11/2021
Christmas is just around the corner and so is the annual treat that is the Cheltenham Everyman Theatre pantomime!
Last year ‘Tweedy’s REDUCED Pantomime’ was a huge hit but was forced to close on Christmas Eve due to Covid restrictions.
Last year ‘Tweedy’s REDUCED Pantomime’ was a huge hit but was forced to close on Christmas Eve due to Covid restrictions.
Choir excited about their first post-Covid concert
21/09/2021
The Chanterelles are a group of young ladies drawn together by their love of singing, under the direction of Dr Shirley Court.
Since 2009 they have impressed both audiences and adjudicators alike with their professional approach and clear enjoyment for the music they sing, with a diverse repertoire which spans genres and showcases the rich sounds they make.
Since 2009 they have impressed both audiences and adjudicators alike with their professional approach and clear enjoyment for the music they sing, with a diverse repertoire which spans genres and showcases the rich sounds they make.
Pam Ayres steams through the Cotswolds
17/09/2021
The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway (GWSR) features in a new four-part series hosted by ‘national treasure’ Pam Ayres, being aired by Channel 5 from today (September 17) at 8pm.
The railway is covered in the third programme of the series on Friday, October 1. It chronicles Pam’s visit earlier this year when she took a round trip over the line, starting from Toddington station, calling at Winchcombe, Cheltenham Racecourse and back via Broadway, chatting to volunteers along the way.
The railway is covered in the third programme of the series on Friday, October 1. It chronicles Pam’s visit earlier this year when she took a round trip over the line, starting from Toddington station, calling at Winchcombe, Cheltenham Racecourse and back via Broadway, chatting to volunteers along the way.
New Cotswold entertainment venue has grand plans
17/09/2021
Cirencester’s Ingleside House has only just opened its doors as a boutique hotel but already has grand plans to become a leading light in entertainment and dining with the announcement of its first live shows planned for October.
Fun-filled weekend for dogs and their owners
15/09/2021
DogFest West is coming to the Cotswolds this weekend!
In partnership with Bought By Many, the most doggylicious day in the events calendar comes to Cirencester Park on Saturday and Sunday, September 18-19.
In partnership with Bought By Many, the most doggylicious day in the events calendar comes to Cirencester Park on Saturday and Sunday, September 18-19.
The Cotswold Show postponed until mid-August
18/06/2021
One of Gloucestershire’s biggest summer events has been postponed until later in the summer in the wake of the Prime Minister’s announcement on Monday evening.
The Cotswold Show, which was set to take place at Cirencester Park over the weekend of July 3 and 4, has been rescheduled for the weekend of August 14 and 15.
The Cotswold Show, which was set to take place at Cirencester Park over the weekend of July 3 and 4, has been rescheduled for the weekend of August 14 and 15.
New wild foodie foraging experience launches at Burleigh Court
10/06/2021
Luxury Cotswolds hotel Burleigh Court has just launched a new wild foodie foraging experience for the summer and autumn.
Nestled in nature, the historic Grade II listed property is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty near Minchinhampton in Gloucestershire and is the ideal location to have a carefully curated wild foodie experience led by a professional forager.
The Wurzels to headline the Cotswolds Cider Festival
10/06/2021
The Cotswolds Cider Festival is pleased to announce that The Wurzels have said yes to playing the fest one more time!
The Festival, held at the Bingham Hall, Cirencester, on Friday, July 30, just builds and builds and promises to be another sell-out success.
The Festival, held at the Bingham Hall, Cirencester, on Friday, July 30, just builds and builds and promises to be another sell-out success.
Appeal to get ‘treasured’ swimming pool back in action
14/05/2021
The friends of a Gloucestershire primary school with a jewel in its crown – a community swimming pool – are appealing for funds to get it up and running again.
The pool at Leonard Stanley Primary School provides hours of happiness and entertainment for schoolchildren and local families over the summer months
The pool at Leonard Stanley Primary School provides hours of happiness and entertainment for schoolchildren and local families over the summer months
Elephant Family to have extended stay at Sudeley Castle
13/05/2021
Sudeley Castle & Gardens has announced that due to popular demand, its outdoor trail The Elephant Family has been extended for a further week.
The Elephant Family at Sudeley boasts over 30 life-sized elephant sculptures, which form a unique trail weaving through the castle’s award-winning gardens and due to overwhelming demand, it has been extended until Sunday, June 6.
The Elephant Family at Sudeley boasts over 30 life-sized elephant sculptures, which form a unique trail weaving through the castle’s award-winning gardens and due to overwhelming demand, it has been extended until Sunday, June 6.
Meet the dinosaurs at Birdland this May Bank Holiday weekend
27/04/2021
Intrepid dinosaur hunters and budding palaeontologists are invited to enjoy a weekend of prehistoric fun and adventure at Birdland over the May Bank Holiday (May 1st – 3rd).
Travel back 65 million years to when dinosaurs roamed the Cotswolds and discover the Jurassic Journey at Birdland Park & Gardens, in Bourton-on-the-Water.
Travel back 65 million years to when dinosaurs roamed the Cotswolds and discover the Jurassic Journey at Birdland Park & Gardens, in Bourton-on-the-Water.
Cotswolds opera festival to stage three productions in circus Big Top
20/04/2021
North Cotswolds-based Longborough Festival Opera will stage three of its productions in a circus Big Top this summer, launching on June 1.
The Big Top is a creative solution to the pandemic, offering exciting theatrical possibilities for the creative teams, as well as excellent seating flexibility allowing for a larger socially distanced audience. The space can also be turned into an outdoor venue as required, with the possibility of performing with the sides removed.
The Big Top is a creative solution to the pandemic, offering exciting theatrical possibilities for the creative teams, as well as excellent seating flexibility allowing for a larger socially distanced audience. The space can also be turned into an outdoor venue as required, with the possibility of performing with the sides removed.
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