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Gloucestershire is known for its quintessential English countryside, particularly the picturesque Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is also famous for the historic city of Gloucester, the regency spa town of Cheltenham, and the ancient Forest of Dean.
Cultural and sporting events such as the Cheltenham Festival and Cheese Rolling at Cooper's Hill are internationally recognised. Gloucestershire is also home to Highgrove House, the private residence of King Charles III, and boasts heritage sites such as Sudeley Castle and Gardens (Winchcombe) and Berkeley Castle.
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