THE FACTS ABOUT GO TO MARKET IN THE COTSWOLDS

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A good base for exploring the art galleries and antique shops of the Cotswolds market towns is The Cotswold House Hotel. There are 21 rooms (15 in the main house, four Garden Cottages and a garden suite), plus a two-bedroom Old Grammar School Suite with kitchen and dining room. The garden rooms are the most romantic: Hidcote has an outside hot tub and private garden, while the Longborough Suite has a log fire in the sitting room. For supper, opt for the brasserie or formal dining at Juliana's, or head to Dover's pub or the Oriental restaurant across the road. X-FACTOR You can select your favourite pillow, weight of duvet and mini-bar contents in advance on line. CONTACT The Cotswold House Hotel, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire (01386 840330; www.cotswoldhouse.com). Doubles from £190; Hidcote £375; Longborough Suite £425; Old Grammar School Suite £595. Minimum two-night stay usually applies