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Theme and Adventure Parks

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Legoland

08705 040404

A unique experience offering fun for all the family. Rocket Racers, Miniland, The Enchanted Forest, Space Tower- all these and more for a wonderful day out

 

Zoos Farms and Wildlife

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Odds Farm Park

 

01628 520188

Children's Farm Park offering the opportunity to feed chickens and lambs, ride on tractors, watch milking and shearing, with many seasonal events

Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens

01993 823006

Set in 160 acres of beautiful parkland and gardens. See rhinos, zebras, camels,ostriches, lions, leopards and more. Children' s farmyard, adventure playground and narrow gauge railway

Waterfowl Sanctuary & Children's Farm

 

01608 730252

Children are encouraged to handle and feed the animals at this friendly, family-run centre. There are fact sheets for children who want to learn about ancient breeds and other interesting animal information. There is also a picnic area, which is lovely in this rural setting

 

shopping

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Bicester Village Outlet

01869 323200

Designer outlet shopping centre offering prices reduced by up to 60%

Oxford Covered Market – Pure Retail Theatre

 

01865 250133

The Oxford Covered Market provides Oxfords residents and visitors with an unequalled shopping experience. With exclusive shops and restaurants this indoor shopping centre is fast becoming one of the most sought out destinations for shoppers looking for a refreshingly relaxed and retail experience. The square offers small arts and crafts outlets ideal for the visitor looking for a unique gift to take home

 

Houses Gardens and Parks

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University of Oxford Botanic Garden

01865 286690

It is a national reference collection of 7,000 different types of plant, making it the most compact yet diverse collection of plants in the World

Stonor Park

 

01491 638587

Tudor and Georgian architecture, with its origins in the 12th century, blend to form the family home of the Stonor family for 800 years. The house is surrounded by a deer park in the wooded hills of The Chilterns

Rousham House and Garden

 

01869 347110

A 17th Century house built by Sir Robert Dormer and still in the ownership of the same family, with a wonderful 20 acre William Kent garden – a rare surviving example with ponds, cascades, stone built features and statues. On the skyline is a sham ruin known as the ‘eyecatcher’. Visitors are invited to bring a picnic and wander round for the day. Uncommercial and unspoilt property. No children under 15 and no dogs allowed

 

Theatres shows and concerts

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New Theatre

 

01865 320 760

Audiences at the theatre can see leading opera and ballet companies, from Welsh National Opera to the English National Ballet, contemporary dance, hit musicals like Chicago and Guys and Dolls, and of course sell-out pop concerts

Oxford Playhouse

 

01865 305305

Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce a wide range of live performance. The programme includes the best of British and international drama, family shows, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry

 

Galleries and museums

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The Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology

 

01865 278000

The mission of the Ashmolean Museum is to make its collections of art and archaeology available to the widest possible audience, now and in the future, by exhibiting, preserving and interpreting its objects for study, enjoyment and inspiration, and to promote the understanding of them by teaching and research at the highest level

Modern Art

 

01865 722733

Modern Art Oxford is the largest gallery devoted to modern and contemporary art in the South East. Founded in 1965, the gallery has a national and international reputation for the quality of its exhibitions and accompanying community and education programme. From landmark solo presentations to pioneering group exhibitions, Modern Art Oxford keeps you up to date with the most exciting developments in international art

Cogges Manor Farm Museum

 

01993 772602

Cogges is a unique, working museum depicting Oxfordshire rural life in Victorian times set in an historic manor house and Cotswold stone farm buildings

River & Rowing Museum

01491 415600

The Museum has three main galleries devoted to the River Thames, the international sport of rowing and the town of Henley. There are also three special exhibition galleries, the Riverside Café, shop, Education Centre, library and function rooms

Pitt Rivers Muesum

 

01865 270927

The Museum displays archaeological and ethnographic objects from all parts of the world. It was founded in 1884 when General Pitt Rivers, an influential figure in the development of archaeology and evolutionary anthropology, gave his collection to the University

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

 

01865 272 950

The Oxford University Museum of Natural History houses the University's scientific collections of zoological, entomological and geological specimens. The Museum itself is a Grade 1 listed building, renowned for its spectacular neo-Gothic architecture. Among its most famous features are the Oxfordshire dinosaurs, the dodo, and the swifts in the tower

Bucks County Museum, Aylesbury

 

01296 331441

Our award winning County Museum is in the attractive old town area of Aylesbury in beautifully restored buildings, some dating from the 15th century. The museum showcases the County's rich heritage alongside a changing programme of exhibitions in the Buckinghamshire Art Gallery and we also have the Roald Dahl Children's Gallery

 

Landmarks and Historical

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Blenheim Palace

 

08700 60 20 80

Set in 2100 acres of beautiful parkland landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown, the exquisite Baroque Palace is surrounded by sweeping lawns, formal gardens and the magnificent Lake

Christ Church College

 

01865 276155

Christ Church is both Oxford University's largest College and the Cathedral Church for the Anglican Diocese of Oxford. Visitors are welcomed throughout the year to enjoy  Christ Church's beauty and fascinating history

University of Oxford

01865 270000

The historic University buildings, museums and gardens are open to the public, many free of charge. Walking tours available from the centre of Oxford by various organisations

Waddesdon Manor

 

01296 653226

One hundred and thirty years ago this house and its setting were created to delight and surprise the small circle of Baron Ferdinand's friends. More than 300,000 visitors a year now come to Waddesdon to appreciate the exceptional art collections, discover the diverse moods of the gardens, taste wine, or attend a study day

 

Boat Trips and Cruises

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Oxford River Cruises

 

0845 226 9396

Cruising the tranquil Thames in Oxford offers a taste of a slower life, where cares drift away with the gentle flow of the water and life’s pleasures can be enjoyed to their utmost.

Oxford River Cruises offers a range of boat trips, private charters and self drive boat hire to suit all tastes

 

tours and guided walks

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City Sightseeing

 

01865 790522

On the tour you will see Magdalen College, The site of William Morris's first workshop, University Science Area, the City Walls, Sheldonian Theatre, Ashmolean Museum, Martyr's Memorial, Christ Church College, River Cherwell, Carfax Tower, Alice's Shop, Radcliffe Infirmary, Bodleian Library, The High, Broad Street and the University Parks.

The tour also stops at various points for visits to University Colleges, Museums, Shops, Restaurants and The Botanic Garden.

The city tour lasts approximately 1 hour and departs every 10/15 minutes (subject to season and traffic conditions). No need to book, just pay the driver or sales staff, your ticket is valid all day and you can get on and off at any of the 20 stops on the tour

 

Sports and Recreation

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Silverstone

 

08704 588 200

Since 1948 crowds have flocked to silverstone to witness international legends from fangio to barrichello, senna to schumacher and of course the british heroes hamilton, stewart, hunt, mansell, hill, coulthard and button compete on this famously challenging grand prix circuit

With so many must-see attractions around all our hotels, there’s no better break than a QHotels break at The Oxford Belfry.

 

Contact The Oxford Belfry

The Oxford Belfry
Milton Common
Nr Thame
Oxfordshire
OX9 2JW

Tel: 01844 279381
Fax: 01844 279624

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