Thyme Hotel - Lechlade

Botanic-inspired Cotswolds retreat on a 61 hectare estate

Accommodation & Grounds

Thyme Hotel Lechlade is spread across 17th-century houses and cottages connected by gravel pathways on a 61 hectare estate. Each of the botanically inspired bedrooms is housed in a separate cottage or house, forming a peaceful hamlet with private bathrooms stocked with Bertioli toiletries. Rooms include a coffee machine and welcome goodies, and guests have access to communal spaces such as the Tithe Barn exhibition space, the Orchid House poolhouse, and the Baa Bar.

Dining & Culinary

The hotel operates two dining outlets: the Ox Barn restaurant serving all meals using seasonal, locally grown produce, and The Swan village pub open Wednesday through Sunday. The Baa Bar offers coffee, light lunch during the day, and botanical cocktails in the evening. A dedicated cookery school provides both private classes and a scheduled programme of hands-on courses throughout the year.

Wellness & Spa

The Meadow Spa at Thyme Cotswolds offers treatments in the Meadow Cottage and the Botanical Bothy, a space designed with the Bertioli breathing and bathing collection. The spa uses local ingredients and provides personalised treatments, a spa lounge, and wellness packages. An outdoor heated swimming pool is open seasonally during summer months, and yoga classes are available on the estate.

Activities & Experiences

Guests at Thyme at Southrop can borrow bicycles to explore the estate or use the tennis court and croquet lawn. Garden and History Tours are offered on a scheduled calendar, and walking maps are available from Reception. The estate also has a temporary art gallery space in the Tithe Barn and board games in the communal areas.

Location & Surroundings

Thyme Gloucestershire sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where the Cotswold hills rise from the Thames. Cheltenham is 42 km away, Stow-on-the-Wold 28 km, and Charlbury railway station 26 km from the property. The estate is easily reached from London via train from Paddington to Charlbury or Swindon, and the hotel can assist with transfer requests.

• Accommodation: 61 hectare estate with 17th-century cottages and Bertioli toiletries
• Dining: Ox Barn restaurant, The Swan pub, Baa Bar, and a cookery school
• Wellness: Meadow Spa with Botanical Bothy and outdoor heated pool
• Activities: Tennis court, bicycles, croquet, garden tours, and walking maps
• Location: Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 42 km from Cheltenham