I'm lucky enough to live in what I believe is the most beautiful, bucolic part of the country. But over the years, there has been one noticeable change in the Cotswolds - something dark and sinister.
Bourton-on-the-Water is regularly crowded with international visitors taking pictures and vlogging, after being dubbed the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' for its beautiful low bridges.
On my yoga group chat last week the conversation took an unusual turn. Normally it's swapping thoughts about On Cloud versus Hoka trainers and organising Soho House lunches.
Wedding planners say that US brides are looking for a quintessential British wedding, which they have seen in the popular costume dramas such as Bridgerton and The Crown.
The former Top Gear host, 65, has fronted Prime Video's Clarkson's Farm since its 2021 launch - which covers his experiences running Diddly Squat Farm in the Cotswolds.
Ellen and her partner Portia De Rossi bought Kitesbridge Farm near Burford for £15million in 2024 and spent a reported £7.5million on external and internal renovations.