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Just outside Cirencester sits the village of Stratton, a place most people drive through without stopping.
It's worth pausing for though, particularly if you're visiting Trove, an independent gift shop that genuinely rewards a proper look around. You'll find yourself lingering over its homeware, accessories, cards and decorative pieces—all selected with real thought rather than the standard chain-store approach.
Trove itself is a modern business, which contrasts pleasantly with Stratton's traditional Cotswolds character, built as it is from the local honey-coloured stone. The location is genuinely convenient whether you're heading to or coming from Cirencester, the region's main town and the one that earned itself the nickname Capital of the Cotswolds. That reputation comes largely from its substantial Roman heritage and the considerable range of things to do and see there.
If you're passing through on the way to or from Cirencester, Trove offers a good reason to stop—whether you're after a thoughtful gift, a small memento of your visit, or simply want to support a local business doing something a bit different. The village itself provides a quieter rhythm compared to its busier neighbour, and the shop sits naturally within that gentler pace.
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