The town of Cirencester is known as the capital of the Cotswolds, because it lies right at the heart of this quintessentially British area. Despite its rich Roman past, it's often overlooked by its neighbour Cheltenham, but this means it has remained a traditional Cotswolds market town. Head to the square which holds regular farmers' markets, catch a play at the neighbouring Barn Theatre, or learn about the town’s fascinating Roman history in the Corinium Museum.Further afield, you can wander around Prince Charles’ Highgrove House, enjoy a flutter at Cheltenham Racecourse, go birdwatching in Cotswold Water Park or visit the fabulous Westonbirt Arboretum. Drive through chocolate-box villages in the Coln Valley and enjoy gloriously muddy walks in the Gloucester Cotswold hills.
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