The highest town in the Cotswolds — a handsome market square, antique dealers and famously good pubs.
Stow is the area's social heart: a broad square, good shops, and the sort of pubs you plan an evening around.
The Old Butchers, and Number Four at Stow for something smart.
The Porch House — said to be England's oldest inn — and the Bell.
The Monarch's Way and Gloucestershire Way cross here; the Slaughters are a short drive.
The Tuesday antiques scene and St Edward's church, with its famous yew-flanked door.
The Porch House and Number Four, for visiting guests.
Local primaries; private options at Kitebrook, Kingham Hill and the Cheltenham schools.
Moreton-in-Marsh station 10 minutes; the A429 (the Fosse Way).