Often dubbed as the 'capital of the Cotswolds', Cirencester holds a significant title and also has a twin-town relationship with Itzehoe in Germany, a bond that was celebrated back in 1982.

The park covers some 3,000 acres. Why is a town up in arms over new park charges? Cirencester Park has been open to the public since 1695, so for 326 years.

Cirencester Park also includes a house on the site - Oakley Grove, known locally as The Mansion. Along one border of the park is largest yew tree in Britain. The park covers some 3,000 acres.