Gloucestershire &amp; Worcestershire

Is the Hatchimal you tracked down for five times the retail value last Christmas still mocking you from the toy box? Or maybe you&#8217;re just bored of the same old socks and chocs gifting merry-go-round.



What you need is our curated guide to the best experiences to gift this Christmas. 



Check out our top fave picks here &#8211; many Muddy tested and approved &#8211; and wrap up a day of fun instead this year for someone.



<a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Gift card for The Scenic Supper (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.thescenicsupper.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Scenic Supper</a>, Moreton-in-Marsh



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Treat someone to the coolest dining out experience in the Cotswolds. The Scenic Supper is a gourmet experience set in 9 heated glasshouses with mind-blowing views over the rolling countryside at Todenham Manor Farm. Choose from a 4-course organic tasting menu for lunch (£55pp) or a 6-course dinner (£70pp) created by Rick Stein-trained Samuel Idione. It&#8217;s a totally unique experience &#8211;<a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Muddy went to review recently see it here! (opens in a new tab)" href="https://glosworcs.muddystilettos.co.uk/eat-out/review-of-the-scenic-supper-reviewed/" target="_blank"> we went to review recently, see here</a>. The experience reopens from 1st April 2022 so book ahead or <a href="https://www.thescenicsupper.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="buy a gift card here. (opens in a new tab)">buy a gift card here.</a>



<a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Tibbiwell Alpacas (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.facebook.com/TibbiwellAlpacasPainswick/" target="_blank">Tibbiwell Alpacas</a>, Painswick



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Trek across the prettiest village in the Cotswolds with this charming pack of friendly alpacas. These gorgeous creatures live on a little farm right in the heart of Painswick, book in and your fluffy guides will take you on a tour of the best sites of the village on a 45 minute wander. Learn all about how they live and even get to feed them. Costs: £30 per person and £15 for 12 and under. 



<a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Cotswolds Baking Workshop (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.cotswoldsbaking.com/" target="_blank">Cotswolds Baking Workshop</a>, Cotswolds



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Suzanne Whitfield is the brains behind The Cotswold Baking Workshop and she does the best baking classes we&#8217;ve found! Holding workshops for up to six people in her home kitchen in the Cotswolds using as many locally-sourced ingredients and delicious fresh produce as possible book in for a fun, informal and hands-on&nbsp;workshops &#8211; perfect for bakers of all ages and abilities from basic skills for novice bakers to more advanced techniques.&nbsp;You&#8217;ll be whipping up everything from brownies and cinnamon buns to mouth-watering macarons. <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Buy a gift voucher here. (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.cotswoldsbaking.com/" target="_blank">Buy a gift voucher here.</a>



<a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Queen's Tiffin Afternoon Tea, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://queenshotelcheltenham.co.uk/dining/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank">Queen&#8217;s Tiffin Afternoon Tea,</a> Queen&#8217;s Hotel, Cheltenham



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Treat someone to afternoon tea at the super elegant Duke’s Tea Room at the most stylish hotel in Regency Cheltenham. The ever-popular Queens Tiffin Afternoon Tea has goodies like Yorkshire Beef and Horseradish Mini Puddings and Creamy Nougat and Chocolate Mousse Bars to scoff &#8211; heaven on a three tiered plate. Add in a glass of fizz for someone extra special.



<a href="https://www.worcesterboattrips.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="River Boat Trip (opens in a new tab)">River Boat Trip</a>, Worcester



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Take a watery wander down with a boat trip with Worcester Boat Trips. This relaxing 45 minute cruise departs from South Quay and there are tea, coffee, drinks and snacks available en route alongside a fully licensed bar (wahay!). Or choose to take it by night where the boat transforms into a live music venue starring the best in local talent. Check ahead for times and availability.



<a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Adult craft workshops, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.newbreweryarts.org.uk/workshops" target="_blank">A Cool Craft Workshop,</a> New Brewery Arts, Cirencester



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Give your bestie the gift of a new skill in 2022 with a brilliant course at New Brewery Arts. Choose from Intro to Lino Printing, Indian Block Painting, Jewellery Workshops, Portrait Drawing and many more. Classes are for beginners and start at £55 pp.



<a href="https://www.michellemorris.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Farm Photo Experience (opens in a new tab)">Farm Photo Experience</a>, Michelle Morris Photography, Worcs



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Set on a working farm in the idyllic Teme countryside, Michelle Morris&#8217;s farm is the perfect setting for some family photos. Muddy tried the experience and it was tremendous fun! Book in for a Spring Farm Photo Session where you get two hours of meeting baby animals, riding on tractors and jumping on haystacks and take away a bundle of photos you&#8217;ll treasure forever. Sessions cost £145&nbsp;(for up to 10 people). <a href="https://www.michellemorris.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Book a gift experience here. (opens in a new tab)">Book a gift experience here.</a>

8 Experiences to gift this Christmas

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