We are delighted to announce that after some re-furbishment work at the Manor house – The Pear Tree Restaurant will now be open in the evenings. We have created two new dining areas, a bar, and cosy sitting room for pre-dinner and after dinner drinks.

The restaurant will be serving local in season food in a classic european style – simply cooked and at affordable prices.

The restaurant is open 6 days a week (closed Mondays) from 9.30am-11.30pm and 10.30am-5.30pm on Sundays.

When you think of Christmas, think of Christmas in the Cotswolds. There are markets, fairs and celebrations throughout the festive season.

Our listing of Christmas events in and around Stow on the Wold and the Cotwolds should get you in the mood for the festive season

Candlelit shopping in Stow on the Wold

Late night shopping in a Cotswold market town with refreshments.

The French Market from Normandy is back for Christmas 2008. From 9am until 4pm in Stow on the Wold town square.

Cheese, fresh bread, Patisseries, Saucissons, Farm made jams, Paté Normand, hot pancakes, smoked ham, Homemade apple cakes and so much more!

Stow on the Wold Farmers' Market is normally held on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 9am until 1pm. The market is held in the square around the green where the Old Stocks are located.

The market boasts a wide range of local produce, including cheeses, trout, vegetables, wines, free-range eggs, apple juices and ciders, bread, pastries and locally reared meats

The Festival has presented a range of star names over the years, including such jazz luminaries as Herbie Hancock, Ornette Coleman,