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✓Barn conversion set within the grounds of a private farm in Huntley, Gloucestershire, UK
✓Private track access road surrounded by pastures
✓Detached property with private level access for privacy
✓5 bedrooms: 2 ground floor, 3 first floor
✓Bedroom 1: Ground floor super kingsize 6ft bed with ensuite cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Bedroom 2: Ground floor kingsize 5ft bed with ensuite cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Bedroom 3: First floor super kingsize 6ft bed with ensuite cubicle shower, heated towel rail, toilet, plus 2 single sofa beds for additional sleeping
✓Bedroom 4: First floor kingsize 5ft bed without ensuite
✓Bedroom 5: First floor with 2 single 3ft beds without ensuite
✓4 bathrooms including 3 ensuites and 1 ground floor bathroom with bath, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Additional ground floor wet room for accessibility and convenience
✓Open plan living space with cosy sitting room featuring projector for streaming latest movie releases
✓Living area equipped with Smart TV and projector screen
✓Dining area with Freeview Smart TV
✓Top of the range kitchen with feature electric range, electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge freezer, and dishwasher
✓French doors from kitchen leading to garden
✓Utility room with additional fridge freezer, washing machine, and tumble dryer
✓Private enclosed large walled garden with elevated patio
✓Outdoor barbecue and fire pit facilities
✓Private hot tub with 6-person capacity
✓Private on-site parking for 5 cars
✓Electricity, WiFi, bed linen, towels, and welcome pack included with stay
✓Level access throughout property with stairgate and travel cots available for families
✓Highchair available for young children
✓Pets allowed: 1 dog permitted with additional charges
✓No smoking allowed on the property
✓No hen or stag parties permitted
✓Check-in after 15:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Nearby amenities within walking distance: The Red Lion pub (5 minutes), The Leaf café and garden centre (3 minutes)
✓Short drive to May Hill brewery, Longhope bakery, Harts Barn craft centre (all 5 minutes)
✓10-minute drive to Severn Wye smokery restaurant and wet fish counter in Chaxhill
✓Local private chef service available from Harts Barn cookery school
✓Nearby attractions include International Centre for Birds of Prey, Three Choirs Vineyard, Wye Valley, Forest of Dean, Malvern Hills, Cotswolds towns, National Trust properties, and several historic towns
✓Nearby activities: bird watching, wine tasting, dry ski slope in Gloucester, off-road cycling, treetop rope adventures in Forest of Dean, paddle boarding at Gloucester Docks and Symonds Yat, excellent walking and mountain biking trails from the farm
✓Close to cities Gloucester and Cheltenham with historic and cultural attractions, festivals, designer shopping, and fine dining
✓Cycle store available on site
✓Decorated at Christmas for seasonal ambiance
✓Celebration house suitable for special occasions
✓Satellite TV available
✓Social design ideal for group gatherings, wine, dining, or relaxing
✓Privacy ensured with private grounds and exclusive use of all facilities
✓Average guest rating 4.4 out of 5 from 12 reviews

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Local Insights: Go Cart Barn

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Huntley, Gloucestershire

Weather & Local Conditions

13°C

Partly cloudy

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:00am

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13.30°C

Temperature

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14 km/h

Wind Speed

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86%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Go Cart Barn sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

73m

(240 feet above sea level)

Go Cart Barn sits in a peaceful Gloucestershire setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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73m

Elevation

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Huntley

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Huntley are typical Gloucestershire lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 51.8728950° N | Longitude: 2.417853° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Huntley (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:05am

Sunrise

7:25pm

Golden Hour

8:25pm

Sunset

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4:05am

Sunrise

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8:25pm

Sunset

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7:25pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:25pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Huntley, you have approximately 16.34 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Go Cart Barn.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Gloucestershire. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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Go Cart Barn, Huntley

About Go Cart Barn

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

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