24hrs in Chipping Norton
Chipping Norton is historically famous for wool and tweed production, it doesn’t really get more Cotswolds than that!
In fact one of our favourite brands – Cotswold Hipster– seems to capture that homespun spirit with its handmade small batch leather accessories and waxed canvas bags. You can so imagine sporting these on a Cotswold yomp.
But more recently, Chadlington has put Chippy (as its colloquially known) on the map as the home of Diddly Squat Farm; Jeremy Clarkson’s farming estate. With the queues out of control at Diddly Squat, jump the chaos and allow us to showcase some of the hidden gems in Chipping Norton should you have the chance to wile away a few hours in this beautiful spot.
Start off your day with a fresh hair cut at Royals Barbershop. Here you will find a new concept of barbershop, where they mix the traditional style with all the new concepts. They’re right in the town centre providing you with easy access and the chance for a little bit of shopping to show off your new look!
For some home additions head to Beehive home and lifestyle and get 10% off all contemporary home furnishing, colourful gifts and crafts with your Cotswold Collective Card.
Need some gifts for smaller people? The perfect place to find beautiful and unique gifts for little people from 0 to 12 is Bloom and Alfie (formerly Tickittyboo Children’s Boutique). It stocks a colourful variety of sustainable toys, gifts and clothing and Members receive 10% off clothing.
Why not explore a bit of Chipping Norton’s historical roots by taking a trip to Chipping Norton Museum. Located in a historical 17th Century Cotswold Stone House, this really is living history personified. Expect a treasure trove of local culture as well as a unique display of costumes from the Chipping Norton Theatre (somewhere else well worth a visit should you wish to make a night of it!)
All that history works up an appetite so check out the independent cafes for a strong coffee or indulgent hot chocolate and then stock up at the divine little deli Pink Salt Shed packed full of delicious pestos, chutneys and seasonings. Receive 15% off their homemade products and 10% off anything else purchased in the deli.
In need of something more substantial? Like all good Cotswold towns, Chipping Norton has its fair share of country pubs, we recommend The Blue Boar, The Chequers or The Fox.
Feeling like something sweet- be smart and order ahead from Badger Bakes Co. This small handcrafted cake supplier, specialise in delicious custom made cakes, cupcakes, sweet treats & event cookie favours. It really is a ‘sweet’ spot (cliché very much intended!)
If you can bear to head home, expect a car laden with goodies and a few sweet treats… all courtesy of your Cotswold Collective card! Or as previously alluded too… make a night of it and settle down to a film at the Living Room Cinema.
It really is a precious spot packed with historical importance and picturesque backdrops, hardly surprising its garnered such illustrious residencies from the likes of well known politicians and celebrities.
