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Quintessentially English, outstandingly beautiful

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The village

Ampney Crucis epitomises quintessential Cotswold beauty with its winding brook, rolling meadows, and ancient stone buildings.

As the largest of the three picture-perfect Ampneys (alongside Ampney St Mary and Ampney St Peter), it provides the ideal setting for a relaxing getaway.

A stone bridge with three arches spans over a calm river, surrounded by trees with sparse winter foliage. - Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel in the Cotswolds
Deer standing on grassy hill at sunset with a tall, stone tower in the background and trees framing the scene. - Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel in the Cotswolds
Sheep gathered around a hay pile, with one standing on top. Stone wall and rolling hills in the background. - Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel in the Cotswolds

The geology of Jurassic limestone in the area gives it a distinctive character, seen in the honey-hued stone architecture, rolling hills, and the wildflower meadows that thrive in its soil.

Our location in Ampney Crucis is just a few miles from Cirencester, a picturesque Gloucestershire market town with plenty to keep Roman history buffs happy.

It’s easy to see why the Cotswolds have inspired so many great writers and artists over the years, including Jane Austen, Beatrix Potter, J.R.R. Tolkien, John Singer Sargent and William Morris.

The great outdoors

There are so many ways to enjoy the Cotswold countryside, the easiest being to grab a pair of wellies from reception and start walking. But there are plenty of other country pursuits available, including trout fishing, horse riding, clay pigeon shooting, 4x4 off-road driving and falconry walks. For these activities, it’s best to chat with us in advance of your arrival so we can talk through the options and secure your bookings.
A rugged off-road vehicle navigating a rocky dirt path on a hillside at sunset, surrounded by grassy terrain. - Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel in the Cotswolds

Vineyard, brewery and distillery tours

Brewing and distilling come naturally here in the Cotswolds, so take the opportunity to explore the exciting variety of great beers, gins, and wines being created right here on our doorstep. From nearby award-winning vineyard Poulton Hill Estate to the Hawkstone Brewery, Battledown Brewery, and Cotswolds Distillery, they’ll take you behind the scenes to see how they produce, and of course give you a chance to taste and buy, too.
Wild Thyme and Honey - Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel in the Cotswolds

History and heritage

The Cotswolds have centuries of history to discover, with Roman settlements, market towns established by the wool trade, grand stately homes and gardens, and local arts and crafts. Follow your own curiosity and you’ll never be far from an interesting discovery, or take a guided tour off the beaten track to some hidden Cotswold gems.
A person carefully inspecting a liquid sample from a large copper brewing tank in a dimly lit brewery setting. - Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel in the Cotswolds

The Cheltenham Festival

The pinnacle of the jump-racing calendar, running for four days every March at Cheltenham Racecourse. Make Wild Thyme & Honey your home for the duration, and we’ll make sure you have a hearty breakfast to set you up for the day, and a soft bed for you to sink into at night. Talk to us about our race week packages, including transfers to the racecourse.
Aerial view of horse race at Cheltenham Festival, with jockeys in colorful gear racing along a curved green turf track. - Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel in the Cotswolds
Rows of lush grapevines stretch towards a modern building labeled Balfour Winery under a clear sky. - Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel in the Cotswolds

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