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We are delighted to announce the launch of ‘Awaken the Maker’, a series of curated workshops with craft specialists and artists, to inspire, enrich and re-engage with nature. Savannah Miller, British fashion designer, has curated the lineup to offer guests the unique...
The Cotswolds has become renowned for being one of the top foodie destinations in the country and our ethos at the Double Red Duke, is an unpretentious menu of British classics with a refined edge that make the most of local seasonal ingredients – as well as our open...
Few destinations epitomise “Englishness” quite like the Cotswolds. With its chocolate box villages and honey-coloured buildings, it’s long attracted both Brits looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle, as well as tourists travelling from much further afield....
Chances are, the first thing you notice about our pub isn’t the food – it’s the interiors. That’s because long before you can place your order, you’re soaking up the carefully curated ambiance that we’ve created, honed by our co-founder and interior designer, Georgie...
With its beautiful countryside, farms, wildlife parks, museums and stately homes, it’s easy to see why the Cotswolds is such a popular destination for family holidays. Yet it can sometimes feel a little intimidating walking into a five-star hotel with your toddler,...
Some people love it, some people loathe it, but like death and taxes, New Year’s Eve is unavoidable. If you’re a fan, then no doubt you’ll already be chomping at the bit to book your table at The Double Red Duke, where we’ll have a fantastically indulgent and decadent...
When you picture Christmas, it probably looks a lot like this: roaring fires, cosy perches, traditional grub (and lots of it!) and drinks on tap. So where better to spend it than at The Double Red Duke, the Cotswolds’ most welcoming English pub with rooms? This year...
Few destinations epitomise “Englishness” quite like the Cotswolds. With its chocolate box villages and honey-coloured buildings, it’s long attracted both Brits looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle, as well as tourists travelling from much further afield....
We’re the perfect pub to watch the Euros this summer. With our big screen streaming all the big matches in our bar there’s plenty of space to pull up a chair and join in the atmosphere. Come and cheer on your team. England even have a chance this year (you...
There’s plenty to pack into the Easter holidays with loads of brilliant Easter activities going on. Yes, there’s a lot of Easter Egg hunts and trials but there’s lots more too. Take a look below and remember we will be having our very own Easter Egg...
The days are getting longer, the blossom is out and the daffodils are making a cheery return to gardens and roadsides across the Cotswolds. This is a fantastic time to visit the area as everything is looking picture perfect and before the busy summer season and its...
Our Double Red Duke Wine Society is a chance to learn a bit about wines as well as try a few along the way. For both the wine buff and the wine novice these evenings have something for everyone. We hope to show give our guests the chance to try and hear about wines...
Our inaugural Great British Pie Off hosted at The Chequers on 10th March saw the Country Creatures pubs as well as two other guest pubs do battle in the kitchen and what a battle it was! To celebrate Great British Pie Week we asked all 5 pubs to serve up their best pie...
Josh Page, our Beverage Manager and chief mixologist at The Double Red Duke has got together a fantastic collection of festive cocktails to enjoy at the bar, in the snugs or by one of our cosy fireplaces. Josh has a background in cocktails and cut his teeth in Oxford...
We are so proud of The Double Red Duke team for being shortlisted in the best newcomer category for the Food and Travel Awards 2021 Voting for the awards are now open and if you’ve visited and enjoyed your time with us it would be fantastic if you could vote for...
Our Head Chef, Maciek, has given away a few trade secrets sharing his favourite dishes from the Autumn/Winter menu at The Chequers. These are sure to get you reaching for those pots and pans. Cook up a these favourites as the nights are drawing in and everyone will be...
We couldn’t be more thrilled with the press we have received since opening The Double Red Duke back in June. After our opening being pushed back and back due to Covid restrictions the team were all raring to go as well as I think were many journalists who had...
With its honey-hued villages and miles of trails and footpaths through glorious countryside, the Cotswolds make for the ideal weekend away for dog owners. We love dogs here at Country Creatures and all of our places welcome them. Here, we’re sharing some of the best...
We enjoyed a weekend of some of the best grilled meats, fish and flatbreads all cooked over fire in the garden at The Swan, Ascott-under-Wychwood. Richard Turner, ex Hawksmoor and co-founder of Turner and George is a master of the barbeque. Take a look at the video...
Autumn is one of the most charming times of year in the Cotswolds with its backdrop of crisp leaves, vibrant colour and misty mornings. Here, we share some of the best Cotswolds walks to enjoy this season before returning to us for a well-earned drink in front of the...
In Partnership with The Home Page. We meet block print-maker Molly Mahon, the designer behind one of our beautiful rooms at The Swan, Ascott-under-Wychwood, and take a tour of her bright and beloved forest home in East Sussex. The importance of a home that reflects its...
Country Creatures are excited to announce that we will be celebrating the end of summer with a Village Grill at The Swan with Richard Turner, ex Hawksmoor Executive Head Chef, Owner Turner and George Butchers, Author Pitt Cue Co Cookbook. There will be an abundance of ...
In Partnership with The Homepage It’s the antidote to perfectionism, says Lucy McGrath, one of the tiny number of professional marblers left in the UK. She speaks to Jessica Jonzen about why she’s bringing this ancient craft to a modern audience and why we need to...
In Partnership with The HomePage Through grief, restlessness, tragedy and triumph, food has been a central thread for Valentine Warner. Rosalind Sack meets the cook, food writer and broadcaster to ponder the enduring lure of the kitchen. We all, if we’re lucky, have a...
In Partnership with The Home Page Melissa Hemsley tells us about life in her characterful East London Victorian townhouse which she shares with her boyfriend, Henry, and their beloved dog, Nelly What’s your favourite thing about your home? My bath; it’s an obvious...
From covetable homeware shops to galleries, historical homes and exhibitions; here are some of our favourite places to visit in the Cotswolds for interiors lovers. Pair a trip with lunch at The Chequers and a stay at The Swan and we have your perfect Cotswold weekend...
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