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Partnerships
Opinions on places and businesses featured on Explore the Cotswolds are based on our own experiences. The majority are planned, booked and paid for by us. Where we accept the occasional discount, sponsorship or press trip with a tourist board or travel-related company, these will be clearly marked and we will still give our honest opinion.