
Walking and Rambling in The Cotswolds
Monarch’s Way This long distance walk, well over 615 miles using footpaths and bridleways, closely follows the route taken by Charles II as he made his escape after the Battle of Worces
The Barrel Store at New Brewery Arts opened in April 2016. It offers stylish, affordable visitor accommodation in the heart of the Cotswolds.
New Brewery Arts is a centre for craft. The Barrel Store demonstrates this passion through beautiful, hand-crafted furnishings. Take part in craft workshops or spend time in Cirencester and the Cotswolds (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).
Dorms are not currently available.
This former brewery warehouse has been restored to offer relaxed, stylish surroundings – ideal for a budget UK break or weekend away.
It comprises 43 beds including:
It is also possible to book adjoining rooms for groups.
Within YHA Cotswolds, we have a communal kitchen and lounge where you can cook, eat and relax (open 5.00pm to 9.00am daily).
The popular New Brewery arts café is next door, open from 9.00am. It serves delicious breakfasts, hot drinks, cakes and cream teas as well as aspecial lunches, sandwiches, salads and soups. The café is open to the public as well as guests. Cirencester is also well served with cafes, pubs and restaurants.
At YHA Cotswolds there are six separate cycle lockers – allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Closed facilities: The following facilities are temporarily closed at this hostel due to Covid-19 safety measures – self-catering kitchen(s), lounge area(s), drying room(s), luggage/storage room(s).
Reception Times: New Brewery Arts Centre is open 9.00am to 5.00pm daily and The Barrel Store reception is open from 4.00pm to 10.00pm. Emergency contact is available 24 hours.
Check in: 7.00pm to 10.00pm
Check out: By 10.00am
Open every day of the year?: No – closed 24th to 26th December, 31st December and 1st January.
Is there 24-hour access after check in?: Yes
Towels and toiletries: Towels and shower gel is provided free of charge. Bedding is supplied.
Parking: There is no car park at the hostel. The closest pay and display parking is about 100m away in the Brewery Car Park. This is free and unrestricted from 3.00pm to 8.00am (or until 10.00am on Sunday). Between 8.00am and 6.00pm, parking is for a maximum of three hours. On Sunday there is a small charge for the whole day. There are other long-stay pay and display car parks available in Cirencester, all a short walk away.
Pets: No dogs (assistance dogs are welcome).
Payment accepted at property: Card, cash and cheque.