Southam Village, The Cotswolds, England

Southam Village, The Cotswolds, England Southam is a village in The Cotswolds, located nr Cheltenham Racecourse. It features a 12th century church, 14th century Tithe Barn and 16th Manor House

Southam is a village in The Cotswolds, located nr Cheltenham Racecourse, just outside of Cheltenham. It features a 12th century church The Church of the Ascension which is located right next to a 14th century Tithe Barn, in the centre of the village. Unfortunately, Southam does not have a village pub or village green, but it does have a 16th Manor House, which is now The Ellenborough Park Hotel -

one of the finest hotels in the country and probably the finest in The Cotswolds. It is a rural community of approximately 300 houses and a few businesses, including a farm of both arable and live produce. The location of Southam is quite remarkable. Nestled beneath Cleeve Hill, which at a little over 1,000 feet above sea level, is the highest point of The Cotswolds. You can walk in any direction from Southam and immediately find yourself in open countryside. Wander up the hill and you will find the Cotswold Way and the start of the western part of the Cotswold escarpment. Wander west and you hit the railway line of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, still running steam train today from Cheltenham Racecourse and soon all the way to Broadway in Warwickshire. You can hear the train and whistle throughout the village, very cool. Head South West a little and you hit the back of Cheltenham Racecourse, the finest hunt race track in the world, hosting the Cheltenham Festival and Gold Cup. Each Festival period sees the village hall turn in to the Gold Cup Cafe, where to can park your car, grab a bite to eat and grab a hot drink - before and after the races, avoiding traffic. Heading South for a mile takes you to Prestbury, the most haunted village in Britain. Here you will find the closest pub, The Plough, a rather quirky and unique pub, with a huge pub garden and Boules pitch. The Southam Village hall, also has a Boules Pitch and incidentally also a monthly pub night, The Southam Arms, with a licensed bar for locals. Head North and you reach our neighbouring village, Woodmancote. Southam is a wonderful and friendly community, very welcoming and open, there are frequent fund raising activities to maintain the village hall and raise money for good causes - you can find out more by liking this FaceBook page.

25/12/2025

How many good neighbours does it take to re-right a Christmas Tree 🎄

We’ve just reached 500 followers! Thank you for continuing support.🙏🤗🎉
15/08/2025

We’ve just reached 500 followers! Thank you for continuing support.🙏🤗🎉

14/08/2025

How long before some is killed at the Juntion of New Road and Cleeve Hill?

Our memorial looks stunning for Thank you Michael Magill - forever in your debt 🇬🇧
06/05/2025

Our memorial looks stunning for

Thank you Michael Magill - forever in your debt 🇬🇧

Join us today at 15:00 by our lovely War Memorial in Southam to remember those that fought and were lost in the defence ...
10/11/2024

Join us today at 15:00 by our lovely War Memorial in Southam to remember those that fought and were lost in the defence of Britain and freedom.

09/04/2024

From tomorrow, the 1st April Quarry car park will be open in the evenings till 7pm.

Enjoy the extra hour of exploring!

03/01/2024

New Year Message from your Tewkesbury Borough Councillors

As we bid farewell to 2023 and embrace the new year, we, your Tewkesbury Borough Councillors, want to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support and commitment to our community.

Despite the challenges we have faced as new councillors since the election in May, we have seen the true spirit of our community shine through. Our residents have been incredibly resilient and supportive of each other, and we are incredibly proud to be part of such a strong and vibrant community.

In 2023, we have worked to deliver on our promises to you. We have invested in our infrastructure, improved our public services, and supported local businesses. We have also been working with our partners to create a more sustainable and inclusive Borough for everyone.

As we look to the future, we are committed to building on the progress we have made and creating an even better Cleeve Hill Ward for all. We will continue to listen to your concerns, work with you to find solutions, and deliver the services and opportunities you need. So please continue to talk to us.

We would like to wish you all a very happy and prosperous New Year. May 2024 be a year of joy, health, and success for you and your families.

Together, we can make a place where everyone can thrive.

Cheryl & Nigel
Your Tewkesbury Borough Councillors

Please note that this message is a general expression of gratitude to residents and does not reflect the specific views of any individual councillor or party.

The weather this time of year, maybe more than ever, is appalling - but the good times are near...start planning now.Sum...
02/01/2024

The weather this time of year, maybe more than ever, is appalling - but the good times are near...start planning now.

Summer is Coming.

When annoying your fellow villagers with loud (and fun) BBQ's you can rest assured in the knowledge that your garden looks great.

18/12/2023

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in our Village.
Carols at Ellenborough Park 5pm Christmas Eve held in the old chapel.

Communion Christmas Day service 9:30am.
Looking to seeing some of you over the festival season.

26/05/2023

Just had two women knock on a door in Southam, a child answered and they asked her to charge their phone, said they were in trouble. Anyone seen anything?

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