Kemble, Gloucestershire

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The Red Arrows were once based in the Cotswolds

The Red Arrows were once based in the Cotswolds

The Red Arrows (officially known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team) are a staple of British summers and whenever there is a big national event - like royal celebrations - their flybys and air displays delight the crowds.

Initially, the Red Arrows were based at RAF Little Rissington in Gloucestershire, then the Central Flying School (CFS), and in 1966 they moved to RAF Kemble, now known as Cotswold Airport.

In 1983 the Red Arrows moved to RAF Scampton, in Lincolnshire. So no, the Red Arrows are not based in the Cotswolds.

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Cotswold Airport is the largest private business aviation airport in the UK South West. It's located just outside the Gloucestershire village of Kemble.

The MOD sold the airport in 2001. Whist operated by the MOD the airport was famous for being the home of the RAF Red Arrows aerobatic team.

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Attractions, businesses and places to visit in the local area

Oaksey Park Golf and Leisure

Oaksey Park Golf and Leisure

A highly acclaimed 9-hole golf course established since 1989

Cotswold Water Park

Cotswold Water Park

The Cotswold Water Park (soon to be rebranded as The Cotswold Lakes) is an area of approximately 42 squares miles and 180 lakes

Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre

Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre

Earthwork remains of a massive Roman amphitheatre in Cirencester which could hold about 8,000 spectators

Cirencester Polo

Cirencester Park Polo Club

For the quintessential English polo experience, Cirencester Park Polo Club is the supreme venue.

Cirencester Lock Up

Cirencester Lock Up

A restored two cell lock up in Cirencester, dated 1804

New Brewery Arts

New Brewery Arts, Cirencester

New Brewery Arts is located in a converted Victorian brewery housing a contemporary art gallery, craft shop and cafe, and on-site maker studios. New Brewery Arts offers visitors a unique arts and crafts shopping experience.

Corinium Museum

Corinium Museum, Cirencester

The Corinium Museum in Cirencester is a hidden gem of this charming Cotswold town. Visitors can trace the story of the Cotswolds from Prehistory to the late 19th Century, with hands-on exhibits, interactive displays and a wealth of precious artefacts.

Cirencester Open Air Pool

Cirencester Open Air Pool

Originally built in 1869 Cirencester Open Air Pool offers you the chance to swim in natural spring water heated to an average temperature of 27 degrees C (80 degrees F) throughout the summer months.

Cotswold Hare

Cotswold Hare, Cirencester

Cotswold Hare offers bed and breakfast accommodation in Cirencester, situated just a few minutes walk from the centre of this historic market town.

Diversitea Café

Diversitea Café , Cirencester

Tucked away in the corner of the Corn Hall Indoor Market is Cirencester's best kept secret - Diversitea Café

The Fleece

The Fleece at Cirencester

The Fleece sits proudly at the heart of Cirencester on the Market Square, where it has been welcoming travellers to the town since 1651.

Cirencester

Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Cirencester is an historic market town in Gloucestershire and is know as 'the capital of the Cotswolds'.

The Old Brewhouse

The Old Brewhouse, Cirencester

The Old Brewhouse in Cirencester is a delightful 17th Century town house bed and breakfast full of charm and character, sympathetically restored and refurbished offering high quality accommodation.

The Corinium Hotel & Court Restaurant

The Corinium Hotel & Court Restaurant, Cirencester

Built in the 16th century as a wool merchant's house, the Corinium Hotel offers fifteen individual bedrooms, a locally renowned restaurant and cosy popular bar, which are all full of Cotswold charm.

Téatro

Téatro, Cirencester

Award winning restaurant in Cirencester, "the Capital of the Cotswolds"

Barn Theatre

Barn Theatre, Cirencester

The Barn Theatre Project was established as a charity by Ian and Chrissie Carling with the vision of building a bold legacy in the arts for the community of Cirencester and the Cotswolds

South Cerney Golf Course

South Cerney Golf Course, near Cirencester

18 hole golf course and driving range near Cirencester

The Little Lake House

The Little Lake House, Cotswold Water Park

Located beside the beautiful Spring Lake this wonderful property is ideal for guests looking to enjoy tranquil surroundings and the rolling hills of the glorious Cotswolds.

Cooper's Lodge

Lakeside holiday lodge in the Cotswolds

This New England style lake house offers a warm welcome to all that come and stay

Cirencester Golf Club

Cirencester Golf Club, Cheltenham Road

Cirencester Golf Club offers you a fabulous welcome - whatever your age or ability.

Organic Farm Shop - Abbey Home Farm

Organic Farm Shop - Abbey Home Farm, Cirencester

The Organic Farm Shop offers a friendly shop full of Organic produce, and an Organic Cafe with mainly vegetarian food.

Mayfield Park

Mayfield Park, Cirencester

Mayfield park is a family owned camping and caravan park nestled in the Cotswold hills on the outskirts of the famous market town of Cirencester

The Old Vicarage at Oakridge

The Old Vicarage

The Old Vicarage no longer offers bed and breakfast accommodation

Minchinhampton Golf Club

Minchinhampton Golf Club, Gloucestershire

Not one, not two, but three golf courses! All three courses at Minchinhampton Golf Club are renowned for their year round immaculate presentation and excellent drainage.

Tetbury Goods Shed Art Centre

Tetbury Goods Shed Art Centre

Tetbury Good Shed Arts Centre has a wide-ranging programme of exhibitions, talks, workshops, live music, films and performances.

Close Hotel

Close Hotel, Tetbury

The Close Hotel is a former 16th century town house and a country hotel like no other providing excellent accommodation in Tetbury and a great place to eat and drink.

Tetbury

Tetbury, Gloucestershire

Tetbury is a town steeped in history and can be found in one of the most beautiful parts of the Cotswolds, approximately 12 miles from Cirencester. King Charles III, formerly known as The Prince of Wales, has his Highgrove estate just a few miles away.

Cerney House Gardens

Cerney House Gardens, North Cerney

Cerney House Gardens is a romantic, secret place in the Cotswolds, near to Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.

Malmesbury

Malmesbury, Wiltshire

Malmesbury, one of the most attractive towns in northern Wiltshire.

Cotswold Poster Co

Cotswold Poster Co

Cotswold Poster Co is the work of graphic designer Matt Isherwood, who designs posters of places in and around the Cotswold region

Minchinhampton

Minchinhampton, Gloucestershire

Minchinhampton, an ancient Cotswolds market town in Gloucestershire.

The Garden at Miserden

The Garden at Miserden

The Garden at Miserden, winner of the Historic Houses Garden of the Year Award 2018, is a lovely, timeless walled garden with spectacular views over a deer park and rolling Cotswold hills beyond.

Fragrances by Stephanie

Fragrances by Stephanie

Using only the very finest and purest natural oils, we have created a luxury new brand of fragrances, available in a variety of different forms including candles, diffusers, soaps and more on the horizon for the future.