Getting to know the Gloucestershire market town
DAYTIME
Briery Hill Llamas
Trekking with llamas has to be experienced – at least once. Set just a couple of miles west of Newent, the Fox family’s farm provides memorable llama experience packages. brieryhillllamas.co.uk
Market House
Built in 1668 as a butter market, the distinctive building attracts hundreds of visitors far and wide each year. It’s open at weekends during the summer months for internal viewing of its Heritage Exhibition. newenttowncouncil.org.uk
St Mary’s Church
Thirteenth-century St Mary’s Church features the largest unsupported wooden ceiling in the country, a fine church organ built by a local novice in 1737 and a 1200 year old Celtic stone cross. stmarysnewent.org
NIGHT TIME
Three Choirs Vineyards
Known for its award-winning wines, the 75-acre site is a great place to base yourself while staying in the area. Choose from luxury vineyard lodges or deluxe vineyard-view rooms and wake up overlooking the valley. three-choirs-vineyards.co.uk
Mrs Mills’ Yurts
Choose between four glamorous yurts or get behind the wheel of one of their stylish glampervans, while getting closer to nature at the six-acre farm with views down the valley and up towards May Hill. mayhillglamping.co.uk
The George Hotel
Set on historic Church Street, this is the place to stay if you want to be in the heart of the historic market town. The bar is a popular night-time destination for locals and visitors alike. georgehotel.uk.com
EATING
Black Dog
This child- and dog-friendly 18th-century half-timbered pub is set in the heart of the town. The traditional bar menu features proper pub grub, from no-nonsense baguettes and basket meals to a full rack of ribs. blackdognewent.co.uk
The Runcible Spoon
This newly-opened cheese shop, deli and cafe features freshly-baked goodies – including scones, brownies and indulgent cakes – while the deli has a great range of cheeses, quiches, salads and more. 01531 822940
The Kilcot Inn
A 17th-century inn – just west of the town – offering award-winning food, all sourced within a 50-mile radius. Suppliers include New Wave Seafood, Peter Cooks Bread and Bentleys Fruit Juice. kilcotinn.com
SHOPTIME
Raft Clothing
Gorgeous clothing and accessories store, featuring ethically-conscious brands such as Lily & Me, Nomads, White Stuff and Swarovski, alongside their own clothing range. raftclothing.co.uk
Country Corner
Alongside its clothing and footwear offerings – which includes brands such as Craghoppers, Regatta and Sherwood Forest – this independent family business also specialises in woodburning and multifuel stoves. countrycornernewent.com
Manna Creative Gifts
This lovely shop, run by Linda Morris, not only sells locally-produced, eco-friendly, sustainable handmade gifts, it also offers art and crafting workshops for both adults and children. mannacreativegifts.co.uk
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