2026, Special European Tour – Painting in the Cotswolds, England, with Robert Masla
England, May 31 to June 7, 2026
This will be our fourth European adventure organized by the delightful and expert travel specialist, Jeanne Fontaine, owner of ArtfulTravels. We have painted and cruised in Holland, Croatia and in 2025, the trail of the Impressionist in France. In 2026 we are excited for what will surely be another incredible trip, this time, we will be spending the week in the charming Charingworth Manor in Chipping Campden.
Join Monica and Bob for a Very Special Tour!
Experience plein air painting in the scenic Cotswolds region with artist Robert Masla. Robert will lead demonstrations and plein air painting sessions capturing the picturesque landscapes and unique character of England’s Cotswolds.
Set in the beautiful Cotswolds countryside, Charingworth Manor is a 14th century manor on 54 acres providing the perfect setting and location from which to explore and enjoy this lovely region of England. This manor hotel offers a wealth of amenities for painting, leisure and sightseeing activities and pursuits nearby.
We’ll tour a different location each day. Historic treasures, stone cottages, rose flower gardens, and gently flowing streams will provide artistic inspiration for plein air painting. Non-painters can spend the week immersed in some of England’s most enchanting villages!
Have a look below at our itinerary, what’s included, etc. – scroll down.
For additional information and to register:
email: jeanne@ArtfulTravels.com
or call: 413-237-4631
Saturday, May 30 – Depart from the U.S.
Sunday, May 31 – Morning arrival in England. Meet at Heathrow Airport and transfer to Chipping Campden and check into Charingworth Manor. The afternoon is free to relax before we meet our fellow travelers and go over the details for a week of painting and sightseeing with Robert Masla. Enjoy a group dinner at the Manor. D
Monday, June 1 – Bourton-on-the Water. Following breakfast, we’ll gather our painting supplies and bus to Bourton-on-the-Water. Located nearby, the outstanding natural beauty of this village will provide our inspiration for a day of plein air painting and sightseeing. Visit the miniature model village of Bourton upon arrival before we begin our painting session. Lunch is on our own with free time to explore before we return to the manor in the afternoon. Group dinner at the Manor. BD
Tuesday, June 2 – Hidcote Gardens. Following breakfast, we’ll bus to Hidcote Manor Garden located in the village of Hidcote Bartrim, near Chipping Campden. It is one of the best-known and most influential Arts and Crafts gardens in Britain, with its linked “garden rooms” of hedges, rare trees, shrubs and herbaceous borders. A tour of this horticultural treasure will be the perfect inspiration before we set up for a day of painting in the garden. Enjoy lunch at the Hidcote café on our own with free time before we return to the manor in the afternoon. Group dinner at the Manor. BD
Wednesday, June 3 – Stow-on-the-Wold Following breakfast, we’ll visit Stow-on-the-Wold, a delightful market town. The vast Market Square testifies to the town’s former importance and features an elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops, including an art supply shop. Return to the Manor after lunch. This afternoon, enjoy a painting demo in the garden of our Manor house with Robert Masla. Group dinner at the Manor. BD
Thursday, June 4 – Chipping Campden. Following breakfast, we’ll gather our art supplies and stroll through Chipping Campden, home to one of England’s most charming High Streets. From Arts & Crafts movements, to churches, and an ancient market hall, there’s lots to see and do and many picturesque locations ready to paint! Return to the Manor in the afternoon. There will be free time for individual exploration in the afternoon before returning to the Manor. Group dinner at the Manor. BD
Friday, June 5 – Bibury & Broadway. Following breakfast, we’ll gather our art supplies and bus to Bibury for a morning of painting in this quintessential Cotswold village. The Arts & Crafts artist William Morris called Bibury ‘The most beautiful village in England.’ We’ll draw inspiration from the meandering river and ancient stone cottages on Arlington Row in Bibury, one of England’s most iconic and photographed sites. In the afternoon, we’ll visit the town of Broadway where we can enjoy the beautiful Cotswold stone buildings draped in flowers. One of the most popular villages for dining and shopping, we’ll enjoy lunch and free time on our own. Return in the afternoon for a group dinner at the Manor. BD
Saturday, June 6 – Following a leisurely breakfast, enjoy free time at the Charingworth Manor to relax or set up for a final day of painting. The Manor features beautiful gardens and meadows with adorable sheep grazing. This afternoon, Robert Masla invites all painters to gather for an engaging overview and sharing of the artwork created during this week of painting in the Cotswolds. This evening, enjoy a farewell group dinner. BD
Sunday, June 7 – Departure from London to USA. Group transfer from our Manor to Heathrow Airport in the early morning.
There will be time for after dinner walks to explore or relax in the comfort of our country manor. In addition to plein air painting instruction, Robert Masla will schedule demos with individual guidance. Please note that this itinerary is subject to change. We ask participants to remain flexible, as weather may dictate the activities for each day.
What’s included:
For additional tour information email: jeanne@artfultravels.com |
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