The Pig in the Cotswolds is the latest opening by the luxury boutique hotel group, and is the perfect spot for a stylish weekend away in the UK, as we found out
The Pig boutique hotels have carved out a reputation for their farm-to-table cuisine, distinctive decor and homely charm – and their latest addition, nestled just outside Cirencester, is no different.
The Pig’s signature laid-back luxury is plentiful in this Grade II-listed building, formerly known as Barnsley House. It’s brimming with eclectic antique furniture, worn rugs and welcoming staff who treat you like long-lost friends. Imagine the Weasleys’ home from the Harry Potter series, but far more chic than shabby.
Our bedroom was a stunning, spacious haven in green tones, tucked away in the eaves of the main house. Downstairs, you’ll find the library, snug, dining room and small bar, along with several other rooms and lodges scattered across the grounds.
While most of the other Pig hotels have their ‘potting shed’ treatment rooms, The Pig in the Cotswolds is the first to feature its own little spa at the bottom of the garden, complete with a sauna, steam room and outdoor hydropool. My customised full body massage was simply heavenly, utilising products from eco-friendly beauty brand Tribe517.
Another first for The Pig is their inaugural pub – The Village Pub – located directly opposite, offering local ales, hearty meals and six additional bedrooms in a cosy setting, reports OK!.
The food at The Pig in the Cotswolds
The Pig’s unique selling point is its commitment to local produce. Much of the food served is grown in the hotel’s own potager and kitchen gardens, which guests are free to wander around. Almost everything else is sourced from within a 25-mile radius. The menus even feature a map highlighting local producers, such as Jeremy Clarkson’s Hawkstone Brewery.
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The Pig’s newest hotel, just outside Cirencester delivers farm-to-table cuisine, distinctive decor and homely charm.
The food is fresh, unpretentious and utterly delicious. I would also suggest asking the knowledgeable sommelier for a recommendation from the extensive wine list. He chose a delightful light Alsace red for us that we wouldn’t have picked ourselves.
Breakfast includes continental pastries stacked high on the buffet table, plus hot dishes to order, including eggs freshly laid by the hotel’s own chickens.
What to do at The Pig in the Cotswolds
There isn’t too much to see in the small village of Barnsley, but nearby Arlington Row, a picturesque row of honey-coloured weavers’ cottages, is a popular tourist stop, and Cirencester is just four miles away.
However, The Pig in the Cotswolds is really a place to enjoy for its own sake. Take a guided tour of the kitchen garden, cosy up in the snug for complimentary tea and cake in the afternoons, or stroll over the road for a pint at the pub.
How much does it cost to stay at The Pig in the Cotswolds?
Rooms at The Pig in the Cotswolds start from £275 per night.
