Steve’s guidebook
Sightseeing
A monumental country house in Woodstock, Oxfordshire. The birthplace of Winston Churchill. Just under 15 miles - about a half hour's drive.
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Blenheim Palace
A monumental country house in Woodstock, Oxfordshire. The birthplace of Winston Churchill. Just under 15 miles - about a half hour's drive.
Opened in 1932, this stage dedicated to the life works of William Shakespeare seats over a thousand. Situated in Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire. 22 miles - approx. a 45 minute drive
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Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Timothy's Bridge RoadOpened in 1932, this stage dedicated to the life works of William Shakespeare seats over a thousand. Situated in Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire. 22 miles - approx. a 45 minute drive
A stunning medieval castle originally built in 1068 by
William The Conqueror, situated in Warwick, Warwickshire.
Just under 30 miles - about a 50 minute drive
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Warwick Castle
A stunning medieval castle originally built in 1068 by
William The Conqueror, situated in Warwick, Warwickshire.
Just under 30 miles - about a 50 minute drive
Food scene
A members' club spread across 100 acres of Oxfordshire countryside. Eat, drink and relax in comfort and style.
Just over 7 miles - no more than 15 minutes by car
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Soho Farmhouse
A members' club spread across 100 acres of Oxfordshire countryside. Eat, drink and relax in comfort and style.
Just over 7 miles - no more than 15 minutes by car
Shopping
Designer Outlet Shopping mall - Last season's collections at cut prices, from all the big brands. Boutique shopping at its best!
19 miles - roughly a 40 minute drive
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Bicester Village station
Station ApproachDesigner Outlet Shopping mall - Last season's collections at cut prices, from all the big brands. Boutique shopping at its best!
19 miles - roughly a 40 minute drive
City/town information
Set on the winding River Leam, it’s known for its Regency architecture and broad boulevards. The colonnaded Royal Pump Rooms, a 19th-century bathhouse, now houses the Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum. Approx. 30 miles and a 45 minute drive.
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Royal Leamington Spa
Set on the winding River Leam, it’s known for its Regency architecture and broad boulevards. The colonnaded Royal Pump Rooms, a 19th-century bathhouse, now houses the Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum. Approx. 30 miles and a 45 minute drive.
Home to the renowned Cheltenham Festival, 4 days of horse jump racing culminating in the Gold Cup, held annually in March at Cheltenham Racecourse. It's also known for Regency buildings, including the Pittville Pump Room, a remnant of Cheltenham’s past as a spa town. Just over 30 miles and roughly 45 mins by car (and some stunning views on the way!)
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Cheltenham
Home to the renowned Cheltenham Festival, 4 days of horse jump racing culminating in the Gold Cup, held annually in March at Cheltenham Racecourse. It's also known for Regency buildings, including the Pittville Pump Room, a remnant of Cheltenham’s past as a spa town. Just over 30 miles and roughly 45 mins by car (and some stunning views on the way!)
Oxford revolves around its prestigious university, established in the 12th century. The architecture of its 38 colleges in the city’s medieval center led poet Matthew Arnold to nickname it the 'City of Dreaming Spires'. University College and Magdalen College are off the High Street, which runs from Carfax Tower (with city views) to the Botanic Garden on the River Cherwell. Only a 40 minute car ride and just 25 miles.
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Oxford
Oxford revolves around its prestigious university, established in the 12th century. The architecture of its 38 colleges in the city’s medieval center led poet Matthew Arnold to nickname it the 'City of Dreaming Spires'. University College and Magdalen College are off the High Street, which runs from Carfax Tower (with city views) to the Botanic Garden on the River Cherwell. Only a 40 minute car ride and just 25 miles.
In the Village... Traditional Cotswold Pubs
Fantastic cask ales and proper pub grub, with a large garden and
covered seating area. Just 30 seconds' walk - or a hop, skip and jump!
The Pear Tree Inn PH station
Fantastic cask ales and proper pub grub, with a large garden and
covered seating area. Just 30 seconds' walk - or a hop, skip and jump!
Real ale, continental beers, and a contemporary dining experience.
Only 5-6 minutes' walk into the centre of the village.
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The Sun Inn
High StreetReal ale, continental beers, and a contemporary dining experience.
Only 5-6 minutes' walk into the centre of the village.
More locally sourced ales and meals. A 2 minute drive or 30 minutes' walk - mostly flat! Dog and family friendly.
The Gate Hangs High
Whichford RoadMore locally sourced ales and meals. A 2 minute drive or 30 minutes' walk - mostly flat! Dog and family friendly.