National Trust Cotswolds

National Trust Cotswolds We protect a range of special countryside sites & a few historic buildings around Gloucestershire. We welcome feedback – both positive and negative.

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Name this cow - the results! 🐮Thank you for your wonderful name suggestions for our lovely little calf. The Ranger team ...
19/06/2026

Name this cow - the results! 🐮
Thank you for your wonderful name suggestions for our lovely little calf. The Ranger team have chosen their favourites - now is your chance to vote! Drop the emoji of your favourite option in the comments below:

❤️ Waffle
😆 Winnie
😮 Walnut

Which one fits her best? Let us know! 👇

18/06/2026

Spotlight on.... Mole (with hedgehogs)



This sculpture, by Tina Gelder in the Wild in Art Wind in the Willows trail is chock full of detail. With hedgehogs stuffed into his pockets and worms squirming at his feet. He can hardly notice the bees on his back. Jina Gelder Artist Wild in Art

This sculpture also features panels by the APHA, telling the story of the sadly diminishing populations of hedgehogs, and champions them as an indicator for healthy landscapes. Animal and Plant Health Agency

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You'll find Mole and his hedgehog companions at spot number 11 on the Wind in the Willows trail, at Tinkley Gate until Sunday 12th July



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Thank you to our Rangers, looking after the trees in the restored Bridgeman Landscape at Lodge Park come rain or shine! ...
17/06/2026

Thank you to our Rangers, looking after the trees in the restored Bridgeman Landscape at Lodge Park come rain or shine!

🌿✨ Extended! Wind in the Willows stays a little longer at Woodchester Park ✨🌿We’re delighted to share that, due to its p...
13/06/2026

🌿✨ Extended! Wind in the Willows stays a little longer at Woodchester Park ✨🌿
We’re delighted to share that, due to its popularity, our Wind in the Willows sculpture trail at Tinkley Gate, Woodchester Park has been extended until Sunday 12 July 🎉
That means more time to slow down, explore the woodland and meet Mole, Ratty, Badger and the mischievous Mr Toad among the trees. 🐸🦡🍃
🎨 Even better news: our Paint Your Own Wind in the Willows figurine activity has also been extended to the same date — perfect for creative little explorers!
📍 Tinkley Gate, Woodchester Park
🕙 Open daily, 10am–5pm
🍃 Pick up a trail sheet from the café or bookshop so you don’t miss a sculpture
📸 Don’t forget to tag us using
And there’s more to look forward to…
Shortly after the trail leaves, we’ll be launching our offer — another brilliant reason to come back and enjoy Woodchester Park this summer 🌳☀️
Who’s your favourite character on the trail so far?

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This Friday’s mood boost is brought to you by oxeye daisies. Thanks to Ranger James for this photo from Colepark Bank. H...
12/06/2026

This Friday’s mood boost is brought to you by oxeye daisies.
Thanks to Ranger James for this photo from Colepark Bank. Have you seen any of these cheerful daisies near you?

Happy International Day of Play!We thought today would be a good time to celebrate our work with , who have supported us...
11/06/2026

Happy International Day of Play!

We thought today would be a good time to celebrate our work with , who have supported us in co-designing a new play accessible area, which we are currently working on at Tinkley Gate, Woodchester Park with .

These designs have a way to go before they become reality, through funding, planning and delivering the work - we hope to be able to share more with you soon.

Staff and families at All Sorts have been fantastic in sharing their insights with us and helping us to come up with a concept for a play area that everyone can enjoy.

Pictured here, as well as some early thoughts about our play area, are pictures of our Adventure Play trail, found deep within Woodchester Park - which will continue to exist, but offer a different style of play to the one at Tinkley Gate, for those who fancy the adventure.

Please note these designs are pending planning permission - but we would love to hear your thoughts on play at Tinkley Gate!

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Name this cow! 🐮This cutie was born to our Belted Galloway herd this spring. We are going to share her journey with you ...
10/06/2026

Name this cow! 🐮

This cutie was born to our Belted Galloway herd this spring. We are going to share her journey with you as she grows up and becomes a vital part of the conservation grazing team, restoring habitats around the Cotswolds. But first she needs a name...

This year all our names for their pedigree registrations have to begin with a W. Please leave your ideas in the comments and we will pick our favourites for a vote!

🌳 Have you ever wondered what it takes to keep a woodland healthy and thriving?🌲Then join our Ranger for a free guided w...
08/06/2026

🌳 Have you ever wondered what it takes to keep a woodland healthy and thriving?🌲

Then join our Ranger for a free guided walk around Ebworth woods. Find out why we cut down trees to help protect the forest, the importance of deadwood, and what a future-proof woodland looks like in the face of changing climate. He will even explain what those mysterious spray-painted dots on the trunks mean!

📅 The Details:
When: Thursday 11 June
Where: Meet at Ebworth car park
Duration: around 2.5 hours

The walk is free, but please book your spot here: https://bit.ly/4fmhnsc

Address

Ebworth Centre, Ebworth, The Camp, Nr Stroud
Stroud
GL67ES

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