Choose your Membership

Find your people.
Build your community. Grow together.

Whether you’re here to make new friends or grow your business, The Cotswilds has a membership for you. Choose the one that fits best and find your place in our community.

Apply now below for our January intake by selecting which membership you prefer.

Cotswilds Connection

Social Membership

Who it’s for: Women living in or near the Cotswolds who want to make new friends, try new things, and feel part of something real.

What’s included:

  • Access to our WhatsApp community with themed groups (walking, ticket resale, lift share, buying/selling)

  • 3-4 social meet ups a month

  • Members-only calendar of events and gatherings

  • Ticket resale space for event flexibility

  • Exclusive Cotswilds members’ merchandise

  • Discounts & perks with local partners

How it works:
Join. Come to what you fancy. Meet lovely people. That’s it. We can’t wait to see you there!

Price: £218.40 (inclusive of £26 joining fee and VAT)

Next intake: January 2027

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Cotswilds and Co.

Business Membership

Who it’s for: Business owners, founders and leaders who want to grow their business in a way that feels collaborative, relaxed, and rooted in community.

What’s included:

  • Access to members only monthly business mixers - Build connections over informal networking evenings

  • Early access and preferred rates for our monthly expert speaker events - Hear from inspiring entrepreneurs, industry experts, and local leaders

  • Access to business-only WhatsApp community - Share opportunities, ask questions, and get quick peer support

  • Priority listing in the The Cotswilds Directory - Appear at the top of relevant search categories (coming next year)

  • Event collaboration opportunities - Partner with The Cotswilds on local events and pop-ups to showcase your brand.

How it works:
Join the business group. Come to our business events. Collaborate, grow, connect.

Price: £391.20 (inclusive of £26 joining fee and VAT)

Next intake: January 2027

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  • “It's one of the first times in my adult life I've felt truly accepted and welcomed by a big, mixed group of women, of all ages and backgrounds. It's given me a social lifeline that I didn't think was possible in this day and age”

    - Ruth

  • “Each event has been fabulous getting to meet new ladies in the area and trying new activities & places! I can’t wait for the next one!”

    - Jo Rofe

  • “The Cotswilds makes living in the Cotswolds even better than it was before!”

    - Donna

  • “I got to know lots about new people and form some great connections, now I want to see them all again! Thank you.”

    - Heather Parker

  • “Thank you for starting this group and founding such an invaluable resource for us.”

    - Marta Demidas 

  • “Really welcoming and friendly experience, don't be worried about going alone.”

    - Linda Heritage

Frequently Asked Questions

    • Early access to all our social events, meet-ups and retreats at member rates.

    • A members-only WhatsApp group to make plans and share recommendations.

    • Access to local discounts and perks.

  • Everything in social membership - Cotswilds Connection plus early access and preferential prices to business networking events, the opportunity to appear on our partners list and have the chance to showcase your business at member events.

  • Choose your membership level on our website and complete the application form (this will be live from Jan 2026). From there you will be added to the waitlist and informed a few weeks before we open if your membership has been successful. Applications open every few months, and the next intake will be in Spring 2026.

  • Yes. If you have a business membership, you can share in the business membership spaces where you are encouraged to post about your work, offers and collaborations. In the social membership spaces you can share your business occasionally if it is relevant or adds value to the conversation. Aggressive or repeated promotion, such as more than once or twice a month, is not allowed in any group.

  • Yes. We’re open to all women, trans women and non-binary people who feel this space is right for them, we do also host plus one events open to all genders

  • All adult ages are welcome

  • To keep the experience close-knit and supportive, most social events will now be members only, with the exception of intentional meet the member style events for people considering joining in the future. We will still host occasional larger events where partners or friends can join, for example a summer party or seasonal celebration. This means we can welcome new people while still protecting the warmth and familiarity that makes this community special.

  • Your membership gives you early access to the event programme and discounted member pricing. Some events are free for members, while others have a ticket price to cover costs.