Spotlight

60 amazing afternoon teas to book nowIt's Afternoon Tea Week (8-14 Aug) and we've found the 60 best places across the Muddy counties to get your fix. But you'd better book 'em fast — here today, scone tomorrow.
Muddy Insider Guide to the West MidlandsThe Commonwealth Games has shone a spotlight on Birmingham but there's far more to the West Midlands than its prime city. Read on for everything you need for a stay in the beating heart of England.
8 easy ways to protect yourself against sun ageingHeatwave incoming! (yes, again). Here's the lowdown on everything you need to know about staying safe in the sun, with a little help from the experts at Healthily.
What's On: Awesome AugustAugust is looking utterly awesome, check out these 25 brilliant things to do near you in Glos and Worcs. From medieval jousts and wine suppers to totally free festivals and paddleboard safaris. Let's go!
9 Ice-cold hangouts in Glos & WorcsEvaporating in the heat and eaten every Cornetto in the freezer to no avail? Beat the scorching weather at its own game by heading to one of these ice-cool, air-conned, fridge-tastic hangouts from fascinating caves and crypts to ice cream factories and wine cellars.

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Gotta Have It

Clean up your act! Luxe hand soaps we love

Feel like upgrading your hand soap? Foam up and step this way! From luxurious formulas and gorgeous bottles to fresh summer scents, here are 12 of the loveliest to buy now.

Gotta have it

What’s on this month

Fancy doing something fun? Er, always! Read on for our curated picks of the best things happening near you right now

See What's On

Eat

60 amazing afternoon teas to book now

It’s Afternoon Tea Week (8-14 Aug) and we’ve found the 60 best places across the Muddy counties to get your fix. But you’d better book ’em fast — here today, scone tomorrow.
- Keep it cool! £500 to spend on the best iced drinks
  
  It’s hotting up again, but we know how to help with the commute or family day out – an iced chocolate, mocha or chai latte from one of GAIL’s cafés in London and the South East.
- Muddy reviews: Yoku & No.131
  
  Strap on the stilettos, a decadent dining experience like no other has arrived in Cheltenham. YOKU at No.131 is billed as the most ‘coveted seat in town’, so does it live up to the hype? Muddy tossed on the glad rags, booked in and headed over to find out.

Culture

TV Time! 6 best new things to watch this week

Remotes at the ready! From the latest unmissable BBC drama starring Nicola Walker and Sean Bean, to a gripping Netflix true crime documentary here’s Muddy’s weekly rundown.
- Watch these! 6 hot new shows out this week
  
  Get set for a week of great telly from the latest fantasy DC comic adaptation to Disney Pixar’s Lightyear and the latest remake of Father of the Bride.
- Tune in! 6 of the best things to watch this week
  
  Stream your way through tears with Olivia Colman, a gritty true crime drama with Daisy Edgar Jones and the latest Apple TV miniseries from the director of I May Destroy You

Little Black Book

Want to support local? Our curated pick of the most creative, unique and brilliant businesses near you.

Creative Depiction Studio, Gloucester

Stefania Distante Photography, Cheltenham

ARC, Painswick

Luckley Holidays, Cotswolds

Sugar & Loaf, Wye Valley

Emporium Gift Shop, Leckhampton

No.131, Cheltenham

Cattle Country Farm Park, Berkeley

Thornbury Castle, near Bristol

Cotswold Farm Park, near Cheltenham

By The Red Phone Box Glamping, Tenbury Wells

Studio Blackwell, Cheltenham

Travel

Muddy Insider Guide to the West Midlands

The Commonwealth Games has shone a spotlight on Birmingham but there’s far more to the West Midlands than its prime city. Read on for everything you need for a stay in the beating heart of England.
- Dive in! 16 incredible swimming pools world-wide
  
  Make a splash on Instagram in one of these amazing swimming pools, from infinity-edged stunners to private plunge pools with a view.
- Muddy Reviews: The Frogmill, Cheltenham
  
  Looking for a good all-rounder pub with a huge rustic heart? The award-winning Frogmill is just a stone’s throw from the bright lights of Cheltenham but has max country charm appeal. We checked in for lunch and a stay to see what it was like.

Home

How to fill your home with summer scents

You don’t need to step into a garden to enjoy summer’s heady fragrances – here are 15 ways to enjoy your favourite flower and herb aromas in your living spaces. Breathe it in!
- 7 of the best bistro sets to buy now
  
  The faintest whiff of summer sun and you’ll find us out in the garden, sunnies on and chilled spritz in hand. And to sit at? One of these seven totally chic bistro sets, darling!
- How to nail the perfect picnic this summer
  
  The sun’s out – quick, grab the wicker basket! If you’re partial to a picnic (I mean, who isn’t?) here’s some inspo on how to pimp up your al fresco feast – including £500 of free Ocado deliveries (well hello M&S Deli range).
Wellbeing
- Spa of the Month: Lefay Resort & Spa, Lake Garda
  
  Fancy being buffed, massaged, tweaked and primped? Welcome to the first in our new monthly tried-and-tested guides to the world’s best spas. See you pool side, sister!
- 8 easy ways to protect yourself against sun ageing
  
  Brace yourselves, heatwave incoming! (yes, again). Here’s the lowdown on everything you need to know about staying safe in the sun, with a little help from the experts at Healthily.

Life

Meet the Muddy Awards Finalists 2022!

Drum roll please! … meet your Muddy Awards 2022 Finalists! Your nominations have been totted up and the results are in. Here are your amazing Muddy Awards 2022 Finalists in Gloucestershire & Worcestershire. Vote to crown your local champions now!
Kids
- 15 Best Things to do in Worcs
  
  Run out of ideas for keeping everyone happy this summer? Then see this ultimate guide to the BEST family-friendly things to do in Worcs, from alfresco theatre and alpaca walks to zip wires and safaris! Check them all out here.
- 15 Best things to do in Gloucestershire
  
  Want some fresh inspo for where to go in Glos this summer? We’ve handpicked the 15 BEST family-friendly things to do in the county, make a beeline for these, from cool castles and caves to fantastic farm parks, water fun and wave machines.

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Fashion

Road trip: From Bicester Village with love

Muddy’s teamed up with luxury open-air shopping destination Bicester Village to explore Oxfordshire’s most gorgeous fashion, eating and shopping destinations. Let’s go!
- 12 sizzling sustainable swimwear brands
  
  Want your bikini with full eco credibility but also 100% watertight on style? Make a splash with these brilliant swimwear brands. Just add SPF and a cold drink.
- The Muddy edit: 30 hottest summer pieces from Next
  
  Whether you’re heading to the beach, on a chic city break or sipping Pimm’s at a garden party – here’s how to do it in style with Muddy ed-in-chief Hero Brown’s picks, all new-in at Next.
Beauty
- Freshen up! 40 best ‘tweakment’ salons
  
  Fancy glowing skin, a sculpted jawline or a tighter bum? No need to go under the knife – we’ve scoured the Muddy counties for the best non-invasive treatments in top-rated salons.
- Pretty pop-ups! New beauty to shop this summer
  
  Fancy a new lippie, liner or luxe shampoo? Ready your makeup bags (and your credit card) – we’ve scoured the country for the best new beauty shops and pop-ups this summer

People

Can these 7 celebs pull off a moustache?

It takes a certain kind of man to pull off a moustache, and Miles Teller’s Rooster in the new Top Gun has got our surprised seal of approval. Time for a game: TO ‘TACHE, OR NOT TO ‘TACHE? Let us know if you agree in the comments!
- The Muddy Awards 2022 Winners Drinks!
  
  The Muddy Awards 2022 reached their fabulous finale with the glittering Winners’ Drinks. You all voted (in your squillions!) for your fave local businesses and after a hotly fought battle it was time to pop the corks. See what happened and keep scrolling for the Oscar-winning video!
- 12 Celeb businesses in Glos – go star spotting!
  
  Ever wondered what celebs get up to in their spare time? Well, as it happens, several run successful businesses in Cheltenham and Gloucester. We’ve scouted out the cream of the crop, check out these entrepreneurial stars on your doorstep.