There is a huge choice of walks in the local area and the hotel is very near to the 102 mile picturesque Cotswold Way which runs from Chipping Campden to Bath. 

Our reception team will be happy to supply you with information and maps for local walks, in the meantime you may like to visit South Gloucestershire Council's website for more information.

If you would prefer to join a guided walk please visit the Ramblers Association's website.

Berkeley Castle is one of the most remarkable buildings in Britain and possibly the most outstanding example of Mediaeval domestic architecture in the country. Where other Castles were romanticised or "modernised" by the Georgians or the Victorians, Berkeley quietly survived as what it is: a Norman fortress with an enclosing curtain wall, built and enlarged through the mediaeval period and beyond into a secure, comfortable, substantial home with courtyards, towers and battlements to explore.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 3.6 miles

Come rain or shine, there's plenty for families to do at Cattle Country. Two huge barns house giant slides and loads of soft play equipment. Outdoor activities include Britain's biggest jumping pillow, a 14m climbing net, a giant castle, trampolines, a willow maze, mini golf and a boating lake, plus much more.

The mini train takes visitors through the park to the Animal Encounters area where you can see a wide range of animals including wallabies, Gloucester Old Spot pigs, ducks and deers to name a few!

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 4.3 miles

Visit this beautiful 18th century rural house and find out about Dr Jenner's life, his hopes and how his pioneering vaccination against smallpox changed the world.

Distance from BEST WESTERN the Gables: approx 4.5 miles

With an astounding array of wildlife from water voles to waders, hares to dragonflies, Slimbridge is home to the world's largest collection of swans, geese, and ducks. It is also the only place in the world where you can see all six species of Flamingo.

Guests at The Gables qualify for reduced price entry tickets to Slimbridge, please ask for details at Reception when you check in.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 9 miles.

The Mall, situated off junction 17 of the M5, has 135 top name stores, restaurants and cafes with 7,000 free parking spaces.  It's a great place to shop, meet frineds and relax.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 12.4 miles

After its spectacular slight home in 2003, the Concorde 216 is now at a temporary home in Filton until the new heritage centre is completed. Tours run 3 times a day and need to be booked in advance, please call 0870 3000 578 or clik on the weblink in the title.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 12.5 miles

The new Cabot Circus shopping centre in Bristol is around 20 minutes away from The Gables by car. There are over 120 stores including Harvey Nichols and House of Fraser, so it’s perfect for a dose of true retail therapy!

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 16 miles

A visit to Bristol Zoo is your passport for a day trip to an amazing world of animals, all within the safety of an award winning 12 acre gardens. Meet over 450 species of exotic, endangered and just plain cute animals from the four corners of the globe. As well as being a fun place to visit, Bristol Zoo Gardens is dedicated to conservation and is involved in international breeding programmes.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 18 miles.

The Cathedral boasts Norman pillars and vaulted cloisters where scenes from Harry Potter were filmed.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 19 miles

The Avon Valley Railway has steam trains and scenic boat tours operating throughout the summer. They also run events such as "A Day Out with Thomas" for children and the "The Real Ale" festival for grown ups. The AVR now offers a six mile return train ride along the former Mangotsfield to Bath Green Park branch of the old Midland Railway, and the chance to see the River Avon valley from an aspect that cars cannot reach. Based at Bitton Station, midway between Bristol and Bath, this former Midland Railway station has been painstakingly restored from a derelict state to provide visitors with refreshment and toilet facilities, a railway shop, a pleasant garden, and outdoor seating.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 20.4 miles

This grand house was built between 1691 and 1702 and is set in 272 acres of garden, including a deer park. The house is now a National Trust property and contains some lavish collections of 17th and 18th century art.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 22 miles

Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, is one of the most spectacular tree gardens in the world with an historical collection of over 3,000 different trees and shrub species many of which are rare or endangered in their native lands. Covering six hundred acres, the arboretum is an inspiring place to relax, get back to nature and indulge your senses.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 29 miles

An area of 140 lakes set in 40 square miles of countryside, the Cotswold Water Park has country parks, angling lakes, sailing clubs, picturesque villages, campsites and country inns so there is plenty for everyone to explore!

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 34 miles

There are over 17 Farmers' Markets in Gloucestershire, including well - established ones at Stroud, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham, Gloucester and Cirencester.

The Gables is perfectly situated for visiting Cheltenham Race Course (28 miles away) for the Cheltenham Gold Cup in March and The Badminton Horse Trials in May.

Since its opening in June 1999, the Millennium Stadium has welcomed over 1.3 Million visitors per year. With the first retractable roof in the UK, the Stadium is a multi-purpose, all round venue for sporting events, concerts and exhibitions. If you are visiting the Millennium Stadium and are looking for a place to stay overnight, there are some great value rates on offer at The Gables!

Click here to see what’s on at the Millennium Stadium.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 44 miles

For a fun packed family day, visit Brean Leisure Park in Somerset, which is approximately an hour's drive away.  There are 40 rides, from thrilling roller coasters to children's river boat rides, plus a large swimming pool complex.

Distance from BEST WESTERN The Gables: approx 44 miles.