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06/08/2025

06/08/2025

06/08/2025

🌱 Issue 24 – The Sustainability Issue of Cotswoldxl Magazine is live! 🌿

This edition is all about sustainable living and enjoying the great outdoors; celebrating the season while making mindful choices. Our Editor Mide joins Farm ED founder Ian Wilkinson (p39–41) to explore the future of food, farming, and sustainable living.

In addition, our founder Chris Brown shares his heartfelt thanks as CotswoldXL reaches over 1.2 million readers across the region so far this year – an incredible milestone made possible by your support. (Pg 3)

You’ll also find:
• A visit to Roots+Seeds Kitchen Garden with its Mediterranean ‘inside-out’ vibe – p4
• Easy eco-friendly day trips – p18
• Summer Chicken Salad – p44
• How to keep your dog cool – p49
• Homemade Orange Ice Cream – p86
• Garden games, wild swimming & more

👉 Click to read now: https://issuu.com/cotswoldxlmagazine/docs/xl-digital-magazine-issue-24

If you have an event or story to share, we’d love to hear from you! Please get in touch.

Have a wonderful Summer. We will be back again in September.

Contact Chris Brown | CotswoldXL Sales
07771 953669
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06/08/2025

06/08/2025

Take us anywhere, anytime!

As a digital magazine, you can read it anytime, anywhere—whether you're relaxing at home, on the go, or exploring the beautiful Cotswolds. Stay connected to local stories, events, and businesses right at your fingertips.

➡ www.cotswoldxlmagazine.com

Looking for a local trades person or business, check out our online business directory.... anywhere, anytime!

➡ www.cotswoldxldirectory.co.uk

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05/08/2025

🌱 Issue 24 – The Sustainability Issue of Cotswoldxl Magazine is live! 🌿
Chris Brown, Founder of Cotswoldxl Magazine, shares his heartfelt thanks as we reach over 1.2 million readers across the region so far this year – an incredible milestone made possible by your support. (See pg 3)

We’re also excited to introduce some new additions to the CotswoldXL portfolio, designed to help promote your business even further across the Cotswolds:

🗓️ What’s On? XL – your go-to guide for the latest local events, from farmers markets and festivals to creative workshops and family days out.
👉 https://www.cotswoldxlmagazine.com/whats-on

📇 We’ve refreshed and relaunched our Cotswoldxl Business Directory , making it easier than ever to find trusted local businesses or promote your own. With options from a free listing to a premium Gold package (including video and digital links), there’s something for every budget.
👉 https://cotswoldxldirectory.co.uk/

This edition is all about sustainable living and enjoying the great outdoors – celebrating the season while making mindful choices.

📍 Don’t miss: Our Editor Mide visits Farm ED to speak with founder Ian Wilkinson about the future of food, farming and sustainability (pg 39–41).

👉 Read the full issue now:https://issuu.com/cotswoldxlmagazine/docs/xl-digital-magazine-issue-24

Got an event or business story for our next issue? We’d love to hear from you!
👉https://cotswoldxldirectory.co.uk/contact-us/

Have a wonderful summer – we’ll be back in September!

Contact Chris Brown | CotswoldXL Sales
07771 953669
Cotswoldxl Magazine Cotswoldxl Business Directory
https://cotswoldxldirectory.co.uk
Free Business listing: https://cotswoldxldirectory.co.uk/add-your-listing/
Subscribe: www.cotswoldxlmagazine.com/subscribe

02/08/2025

What’s On? XL is LIVE!

Your ultimate guide to all the best events happening across the beautiful Cotswolds! From charming markets and festivals to workshops and local happenings, discover what’s on near you.

Stay connected, get inspired, and never miss out.
Sign up now:
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01/08/2025

The A417 will be closed between the Air Balloon Roundabout and the A429 Burford Road junction from:

11pm on Friday 25 July to 6am on Monday 28 July
11pm on Friday 1 August to 6am on Monday 4 August
11pm on Friday 29 August to 6am on Monday 1 September

Fully signposted diversion routes will be in place during the closure.

Please follow the official diversion route and not satnavs, as these may not show the most appropriate alternative routes during roadworks.

Access for emergency services will be fully maintained during the closures.

Stay updated: Check https://nationalhighways.co.uk/our-roads/south-west/a417-missing-link/ -updates for the latest information, as works may change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

01/08/2025

Get ready for magical movie nights in the heart of the arboretum! 🌳🌌 Whether you're into timeless classics, feel-good musicals, or family favourites, our Open-Air Cinema has something for everyone.

🧺 Bring your picnic
🪑 Pack your camping chairs or blanket
🍿 Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show surrounded by nature

👉 https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt/open-air-cinema

01/08/2025

📅 It’s International Beer Day! 🍻

What better way to celebrate than with a pint of Cotswold craft?
From the bold barley of Hawkstone (yes, that one by Clarkson) to heritage-rich pints from Hook Norton Brewery , Stroud Brewery & Taproom and North Cotswold Brewery, the Cotswolds are pouring some of the UK’s finest.

Whether you're sipping in a sunny pub garden or raising a glass at home, today’s the day to say cheers to local beer! To find out about local breweries follow the link to the website:
➡ www.cotswoldxlmagazine.com/articles/cheers-to-international-beer-day-raise-a-glass-with-cotswolds-best-breweries

Fancy a cold pint? Why not visit the New Inn Willersey, for more info visit the directory
➡ www.cotswoldxldirectory.co.uk/listing/broadway-the-new-inn-willersey/

🍺 What’s in your glass today? Tag your favourite local brew below! 👇

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01/08/2025

Take a look at the Cotswold's and Vales's free digital, interactive magazine and engage with the local community and businesses.

31/07/2025

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