Be prepared to revise the way you think about your sense of smell after this revealing and informative tour.

It is a unique chance to go behind the scenes of a small family business that has been creating fine fragrances for over 40 years. Clients include Her Majesty the Queen, Prince Charles, Elton John, Ozzy Osbourne and the many thousands of people who are searching for the perfect fragrance but don’t want to wear the same as everyone else walking down the high street.

The Cotswold Perfumery is unusual - it is one of only three manufacturers and retailers of perfume in Europe. Everything is done by hand by a small but dedicated team and your tour will allow you a glimpse into this unique world where fragrances are King. It may challenge your view of the importance of smell and it may start you wondering whether you have been taking your sense of smell for granted.

But one thing is certain... you won't forget it.
The famous Perfumer's Organ - a thousand ingredients to choose from when creating new fragrances.
The Cotswold Perfumery - where we stick our business into other people’s noses!
Gas chromatography for analysing essential oils - accurate to one thousanth of one millionth of a gram.
The Nose - still the powerful piece of equuipment in the world when it comes to smell.
Master samples - the practical side of Quality Assurance.
Royal approval.


Tours start in the perfume garden and include the perfume laboratory, compounding room and packing area. All tours must be pre-booked and last approximately 45 minutes.
For booking, times and availability
Tel: 01451 820698

*Stairs are involved so we regret that tours are not suitable for wheelchair users.