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Extraordinary holidays, celebrations &adventures Enjoying your stay at Skyhaus Everything you need to get the most out ofyourstay kate & tom’s | 7 Imperial Square | Cheltenham | Gloucestershire | GL50 1QB | Telephone: 01242 235151 | Email: [email protected] Contents Arrival . 3 Where We Are 3 Check in and check out 3 Getting to us . .4 Directions to Skyhaus 4 Cooking & dining - chef services. .6 Cooking & dining - great places to eat & drink . 8 Cooking & dining - shopping for food . 11 Things to do - activities and adventures . 12 Top things to do with children . .14 Top places to visit and shop nearby . 15 Local Events and Festivals . 18 Useful information . 19 Guest reviews . 22 Page 2 kate & tom’s kateandtoms.com Telephone: 01242 235151 | Email: [email protected] Arrival Where We Are Property Name: Skyhaus Address: Blacksmith Lane Prestbury Cheltenham County: Gloucestershire Postcode: GL52 5JA Check in and check out Check in time: 4pm Contact name for check in: Des or Chichi Contact number(s) for check in: 07811 175173 Check out time for 2 night weekend booking: 10am on Sunday Check out time for 3 night weekend booking: 10am Check out time for 7 night week bookings: 10am Page 3 kate & tom’s kateandtoms.com Telephone: 01242 235151 | Email: [email protected] Getting to us The best postcode to use with Satnav is: GL52 5JA Nearest train station and distance: Cheltenham Spa Directions to Skyhaus Skyhaus is in the north-east of Cheltenham and can be found on Blacksmith Lane, which is easy to find. The B4075 and the B4632 feed into Blacksmith Lane, so if you’re coming from the north, London, or the south Skyhaus will be at the end of these B roads. As you approach your destination there will be a double mini roundabout, make sure you go down the lane between the house with the thatched roof and the large red brick house with big bay windows – this lane is Blacksmith lane. The entrance to Skyhaus and its neighbours is at the end of the lane, between a large sweeping stone wall with ‘The Place’ carved into it. Skyhaus is the house directly in front of you as you enter the complex. If you are travelling by train then the best station to get off at is Cheltenham Spa. It is about 3 miles from Skyhaus and about a 15 minute drive. Details about a reliable taxi service can be found below: Andy Cars www.andycarstaxis.co.uk Tel: 01242 262611 Page 4 kate & tom’s kateandtoms.com Telephone: 01242 235151 | Email: [email protected] Additional Information Outdoors • Please do not take glasses into the garden. Please use the plastic glasses provided for use in the garden, hot tub and pool area. They can be found located above the microwave • Please operate the pool cover, once everyone has vacated the pool and the water has settled, otherwise the cover will jam. • Please cover the pool whilst not in use, to maintain the warmth • Please do not play music in the garden to avoid disturbing the neighbours • Please do not use the garden, hot tub or pool after 10pm to avoid disturbing the neighbours • If you are playing music in the house, please keep the kitchen windows and doors closed. • Before walking into the house in wet swimwear, please lay purple towels on the floor and dry thoroughly, to ensure the floors stay dry for your safety. Indoors • Please do not wear shoes in the house, as they may damage the floor. Kindly note that we provide slippers for you to wear throughout the duration of your stay • Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited inside the house. When smoking outside, please do not throw cigarette butts on the floor. Kindly use the round pot near the pool steps for putting butts in • Please do not place any hot objects on the tables or kitchen work surfaces • Please note that blind pull cords must be kept out of reach of children. Please use the hooks provided • Please kindly note that candles are prohibited in the house due to fire and furniture damage risk Page 5 kate & tom’s kateandtoms.com Telephone: 01242 235151 | Email: [email protected] Cooking & dining - chef services You’ll find our top recommendations below. If you do discover any other gems please do let us know and we will share them with other guests visiting the property. Catering and Drop-off meal service Highly recommended by our guests, James Benson is a former Claridge’s and Lygon Arms chef who uses fresh, Cotswolds produce. To add an extra special touch to your break, James can be your Chef for a night cooking a three course meal or provide you with superb, ready to go meals or barbecue dishes dropped off for your convenience. If you require James, please book as soon as possible after making your booking. James’ website is www. bensonscateringltd.co.uk and he is always happy to discuss your catering needs with you. His phone number is 01684 854406, mobile 07807 453308. Gluts & Gluttony Email Kathy: [email protected], Tel: 07805 262667 Email Mandy: [email protected], Tel: 07789 988984 www.glutsandgluttony.com Armed with enough ingredients and gadgetry to fuel a small army, culinary extraordinaires Kathy and Mandy can swoop into your holiday home and cook up a feast that’s perfect for your special celebrations. Every menu is different and designed specifically to your requirements, using the best seasonal produce from around the Cotswolds. Kathy and Mandy also offer bespoke private cookery classes for those wanting to sharpen their skills; lessons can range from teaching children about healthy, tasty cooking to making the perfect afternoon tea. On top of that, Gluts & Gluttony can deliver pre-prepared homely meals that can be stored in the freezer and taken out whenever you get peckish! Be sure to contact them well in advance as they are a popular choice. Love Bites www.lovebites.events Kelly: 07774 725187 Rachel 07979 690163 [email protected] An excellent catering company that provide adventurous, tasty canapés for any event, be it a small family gathering or birthday party. Contact them soon as they also get booked up quickly. Local produce that the area is renowned for As we’re sure you’re well aware, the Cotswolds is a foodie’s paradise: literally everything and anything is grown and raised on these vast, green expanses. The buying and selling of organic foods has long been a tradition within these villages, and the successes of the Cotswolds farmers markets has now led to a national trend in ‘localised ethical shopping’, a movement spearheaded by the Prince of Wales, who has his own market shop in Tetbury, and firmly believes strong local markets creates a strong local economy and a vibrant society. Be sure to check our ‘Top Places to Visit’ section to find some examples of places that produce some of the UK’s best food. Page 6 kate & tom’s kateandtoms.com Telephone: 01242 235151 | Email: [email protected] Cooking & Dining - chef services Gloucester Old Spot The Gloucestershire Old Spots (also “Gloucester Old Spot, Gloucestershire Old Spot” or simply ‘Old Spots’ is an English breed of pig which is predominantly white with black spots. It is named after the county of Gloucestershire. The Gloucestershire Old Spots pig is known for its docility, intelligence, and profligacy. The Gloucester Old Spot Public House in Cheltenham specialise in the rare breed pork. Cheese - Double Gloucester Gloucester is a traditional, semi-hard cheese which has been made in Gloucestershire, England, since the 16th century, at one time made only with the milk of the once nearly extinct Gloucester cattle. There are two types of Gloucester cheese: Single and Double; both are traditionally made from milk from Gloucestershire breed cows farmed within the English county of Gloucestershire. Page 7 kate & tom’s kateandtoms.com Telephone: 01242 235151 | Email: [email protected] Cooking & dining - great places to eat &drink There are many excellent dining places nearby and we have listed a small sample below. Nearest pub The Royal Oak 43 The Burgage, Prestbury, Cheltenham GL52 3DL (7 minute walk) Tel: 01242 522344 Lovely pub just down the road. Always lots of interesting people here bustling about. The ales and ciders are well-kept and the food is very good pub grub. Pubs The Plough Mill Street, Prestbury, Cheltenham GL52 3BG (8 minute walk) Tel: 01242 222180 Gorgeous olde-English pub tucked away behind a church. Wonky flagstones, roaring fires in the winter and a beautiful flowery beer garden complete with boules pitch that’s perfect in the summer. Sandford Park Ale House 20 High Street, Cheltenham GL50 1DZ (8 minute drive/35 minute walk) Tel: 01242 222180 This place is always busy. Normally around 25 real ales, beers and ciders on tap - some local, some foreign. Wines are well represented too, and the food is tasty. Billiards table and scrabble boards will ensure you stay here till closing time! The Beehive 1-3 Montpelier Villas, Cheltenham GL50 2XE (11 minute drive/45 minute walk) Tel: 01242 702270 Warm, friendly pub with lots of seating and an excellent enclosed beer garden out back. Crazy Eights 131 Promenade, Cheltenham GL50 1NW (10 minute drive/40 minute walk) Tel: 01242 822939 Chic and stylish bar that has a great cocktail menu and excellent wine menu. John Gordons 11 Montpellier Arcade, Montpellier, Cheltenham GL50 1SU (12 minute drive/40 minute drive) Tel: 01242 245985 Small, cosy whiskey and wine bar in the heart of Cheltenham’s fashionable Montpellier district. The barmen and women know their stuff! Hundreds of whiskeys to choose from.