Things to do in Tetbury and the surrounding area

Highgrove

The Royal Gardens at Highgrove are open to the public on select dates between April and October each year. King Charles III and Camilla, Queens Consort welcome you to join one of their expert guides on a tour to discover the history, inspiration and unique organic management behind each of the gardens.

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Chavenage House

Chavenage House is a privately owned Elizabethan Manor House in Tetbury which is open to the public. It has been used as a TV location for many productions and is at present playing Trenwith in the popular Poldark. Guided tours by members of the family.

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Outdoor Activities

Horse riding

For those wishing to experience the glorious surrounding countryside of Tetbury on horseback, the nearest riding centre is Barton Stables at Barton End, they cater for both the experienced and novice riders.

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Polo Experience Days at Beaufort Polo Club

Polo Experience Days are run at the Beaufort Polo Club every day throughout summer.

You will learn how to hold a mallet, to balance with the aid of a wooden horse and stick and balling on one of our beautiful ponies.

There is also an option to have a delicious picnic lunch, after which you can sit back and watch the professionals play their Chukkas.

Polo Experience Days are £160 per person per day.

Alternatively you can experience a polo style hacks in Westonbirt Arboretum, enjoyable all year round.

Hacks are £100 per hour per person. or, £75 per person if there are two or more riders.

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