Newent Lake and Park
Town centre car park. Newent
Call 01531 820638 for details
Also accessible from St Mary's Church Newent Lake is the jewel of the town. Originally part of the Newent Court estate, this large picturesque lake lay abandoned for several decades. Set in the beautiful surroundings of a park with many trees and shrubs the lake is one of the areas most attractive leisure spots and is a haven for wildlife throughout the year.
Completely re-landscaped with walks, a new fountain and restocked with fish, the lake now forms the centerpiece of the town's many millennium projects.
May Hill
Clifford's Mesne, Newent
Call 01531 822345 for details
This beautiful hill is located just 2 miles south of Newent by the village of Clifford's Mesne (Meen). It boasts a magnificent wood on its peak of approximately 100 trees, planted for Queen Victoria's Jubilee, which can be seen clearly from over 50 miles away.
The views from the hill are outstanding and on a clear day it is possible to see between 7 to 12 counties from the peak including stretches of the River Severn, Malvern Hills and the Welsh mountains.
Newent Arboretum
Bradfords Lane, Newent
Call 01531 822468 for details
This inspired project to populate one of Newent's largest open spaces with 1000 new trees was undertaken by the town's Millennium trust.
The summer months are the best time to see the huge variety of young trees in full splendour Take a picnic and enjoy the peace.
Shambles, Victorian Village
Church Street, Newent
01531 822144
Museum laid out as a small village with a maze of cobbled streets houses, cottages and trades. Victorian conservatory and a mission Chapel.
Very picturesque setting. One of the largest collections of victoriana in the UK. Teas and snacks plus a large souvenir and gift shop.
Cowdy Gallery
Culver Street, Newent
01531 821173
Many exquisite examples of fine glass art fill this two floor gallery situated in a restored barn in the heart of Newent.
The owners of the gallery have hands on history with the art, having produced many fine pieces themselves over the years.
The displays feature many works which would not normally be seen outside the major art galleries of the world.
www.cowdygallery.co.uk
Birds of Prey Centre
Nr Clifford's Mesne, Newent
Follow the brown tourist signs from Newent
0870 990 1992
The world famous National Birds of Prey Centre is located on the outskirts of Newent and features over 350 birds of prey including Hawks, Vultures, Sea Eagles, Kites and Buzzards.
Ring for details of flying demonstrations.
Beautiful gardens and and a large mown field offer an ideal location to enjoy picnics and refreshments from the on site coffee shop and pavilion. Includes play area, activity room and woodland walks with special events all year round.
www.nbpc.co.uk
Heritage Exhibition
Market House, Broad Street, Newent
Call 01531 822468 for opening times
Local history display in the setting of the fully restored Market Hall dating from 1668. See how the development of Newent as a market town and a centre to many varied types of industry over the centuries has shaped the town.
Detailed history of how the town played an important part to trade in the area with canal, railway and more recently road developments linking Gloucestershire and the west of the country. Open afternoons throughout the summer and Bank Holidays.
Three Choirs Vineyard
Ledbury Road, Newent
01531 890223
Vineyards, restaurant and eight en-suite guest rooms for visitors.
The vineyard provides a great day out with the opportunity of using the excellent guest accommodation as a base for visiting the area. Five star AA and ETB rated
www.threechoirs.com
3 Shires Garden Centre
Ledbury Road, Newent
01531 820941
One of Gloucestershire's leading garden and leisure retail outlets. The centre includes a restaurant, lakeside cafe and play facilities for children. Tropical plants, reptilesand an aquatic centre add to this very popular destination.
www.3shiresgardencentre.co.uk
St. Anne's Vineyard
Wain House, Oxenhall, Newent
01989 720313
St Anne's Vineyard - a family run business in a beautiful setting.
The local woods are filled with wild flowers and rare birds. Planted in 1979 it features wide range of vines, some on an experimental basis. Sample our wines and the distinctive range of country fruit wines.
All wines are made at the Vineyard. Taste before you buy
Call for opening times
Admission: Free
St. Mary the Virgin Church and the Bee Shelter
Hartpury
Steeped in history this church has an interesting past. Set in the beautiful peaceful village next to Hartpury Court and Tythe Barn where it is rumoured that Dick Whittington originated. Hartpury originally had more importance than Gloucester as a trading centre in Celtic times.
The bee shelter is the only one in existence in the world. It is an ornate stone structure 25ft long set in Hartpury's churchyard. A must see for bee keepers.
www.hartpuryhistoric.org
