As autumn settles over the Malvern Hills, the woods around The Cottage in the
Wood turn to copper, amber and gold. Mornings arrive crisp and misty, the views
stretch out across the valley, and there’s no better time to slow down and stay a
while.
In the kitchen, the season sets the menu. Worcestershire orchards are heavy with
apples, the hedgerows are full of blackberries, and our chefs make the most of every
bit of it. Expect produce from the Vale of Evesham, local game, roasted squash,
earthy wild mushrooms and slow-cooked dishes made for chilly evenings, finished
with a warming blackberry and apple pudding. Pair it with a glass of local cider or a
well-chosen red, and settle in for the night.
When the weather turns, The Forest Spa is your retreat. A session in the sauna
warms you through, eases tired muscles after a day on the hills and helps you
unwind, while the hot tub is the perfect place to relax as the cool air drifts through the
trees. It’s a lovely way to stay connected to nature during the colder months,
wrapped in warmth and steam, whatever the weather is doing outside.
