Burford
Chipping Norton
Cycling in the countryside

Family enjoying a visit to Fairytale Farm

You are here: Plan > About the Oxfordshire Cotswolds

About the Oxfordshire Cotswolds

Rich in history and beauty, the Oxfordshire Cotswolds is the perfect location for a short break or holiday with family or friends. Located in the heart of England, within easy reach of London and Oxford, the Oxfordshire Cotswolds makes up the eastern area of the Cotswolds.

Renowned for its charming, bustling market towns, like Burford, Chipping Norton, Witney and Woodstock, surrounded by stunning countryside with Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty status, the Oxfordshire Cotswolds is the perfect destination for keen walkers and cyclists.

But there’s so much more to the Oxfordshire Cotswolds; from fine historic houses to stunning gardens, unique animal attractions to unusual museums, and superb nature reserves to wonderful free attractions, there really is something to entertain everyone.

Stay in award-winning hotels, country pubs and idyllic cottages, as well as enjoying world-class food and drink. Escape the average high street and meander through market towns and villages full to bursting with quirky and independent shops, restaurants and farmers’ markets or soak up the amazing atmosphere of one of our many festivals and events.

With miles and miles of footpaths and bridleways, stunning views and rolling hills, charming villages, the peaceful River Thames, and year-round events and places to visit, isn’t it time you put the Oxfordshire Cotswolds at the top of your ‘must-see’ places to visit?

To help you find your way around the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, please see the map below.

Number of results:

Number of results: 220

, currently showing 1 to 20.

Sort By: Price - Lowest Price - Highest Grading: Highest A-Z Lowest A-Z Highest

Tripadvisor Traveller Rating
from 1041 review(s)
The Angel at Burford

Burford

Award-winning gastro pub with rooms located in the Medieval town of Burford, in the Cotswolds.
Freedom of the Press Winery

Minster Lovell

A micro-winery in the Cotswolds making premium, modern wines from English grapes.
Tripadvisor Traveller Rating
from 9066 review(s)
Blenheim Palace

Woodstock

A visit to Blenheim Palace offers an unforgettable experience. It’s a chance to share the splendours of Baroque architecture, to wonder at the collections of art, tapestry and antiques, and to explore the Park and Gardens and discover landscapes…

Price
Prices £13.50 to £99.00 Per Ticket
The Thames Path

Follow the greatest river in England for 184 miles from its source in the Cotswold hills to the sea. Passing through peaceful water meadows, unspoilt rural villages, historical towns and cities, and finally through the heart of London to end at the…
Daylesford

Nr Kingham

The farmshop is a truly special shopping experience, with an abundance of fresh organic produce to tempt you for a home-cooked supper. Our Home and Garden shop is a beautiful space to discover hand-crafted items for the home.
Freedom of the Press Winery

Minster Lovell

A micro-winery in the Cotswolds making premium, modern wines from English grapes.
Tripadvisor Traveller Rating
from 4507 review(s)
Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

Burford

Get eye-to-eye with giraffes, watch rhinos grazing on the Gothic Manor House lawns or walk with Lemurs. With over 260 different animal species in over 120 acres of beautiful Parkland & gardens, there's plenty of space to relax and get closer to…
Windrush Path Mosaic Trail

Witney

The Lower Windrush Valley Mosaic Trail is a flat walk taking in a few bridges and stiles. It is approximately 2 miles long and you should allow 1 hour each way to enjoy all the mosaics along the trail.
Tripadvisor Traveller Rating
from 154 review(s)
The Harcourt Arms

Stanton Harcourt, Witney

Situated in the charming village of Stanton Harcourt, The Harcourt Arms is just 12 miles outside of the historic city of Oxford. The 17th century pub is run by brothers, Will and Olly Oakley, and serves exceptional food with their natural generosity…
Bull Inn (Charlbury)

Charlbury

Charming 16th century inn offering freshly prepared, locally sourced dishes.
The Part and Parcel

Witney

The Part and Parcel is a newly-refurbished, neighbourhood pub in the heart of the Cotswold town of Witney serving delicious Neo-Neapolitan pizzas, top-notch burgers and a great range of beers.
Daylesford Cookery School

Nr Kingham

The Cookery School at Daylesford is a unique place of culinary inspiration housed in a beautifully restored stone barn, surrounded by stunning Cotswold countryside and 2,350 acres of working farmland from which we source our ingredients.
Teddy Bears of Witney

Witney

Established in 1985 as the first shop in England to specialise in selling new and old teddy bears, the shop will surprise you with the extensive choice and quality.
Tripadvisor Traveller Rating
from 674 review(s)
The Chequers, Churchill

Chipping Norton

The Chequers is a well established pub in the heart of the village of Churchill, serving excellent modern British food.
Tripadvisor Traveller Rating
from 246 review(s)
The Meadow Spa at Thyme

Southrop

Nurturing peacefulness, stillness and beauty from within, the botanical spa is an idyllic haven of peace and tranquillity; a place for calm, mindfulness and meditation that provides respite from our busy lives. We offer a bespoke menu of Thyme…
Daylesford

Nr Kingham

The Daylesford Trough café, Legbar and Old Spot restaurant, located at Daylesford Organic Farm.
Tripadvisor Traveller Rating
from 1483 review(s)
Huffkins Cafe & Bakery - Burford

Burford

Huffkins Café Tea Room in Burford High Street is the perfect place to enjoy brunch or afternoon tea with handmade cakes. Bakery & Takeaway also available.
Tripadvisor Traveller Rating
from 416 review(s)
Kelmscott Manor

Kelmscott

The country home of William Morris - poet, craftsman and socialist - from 1871 until 1896, this is an essential experience for anyone interested in the Arts and Crafts Movement.

Price
Prices £8.75 to £34.50 Per Ticket
Tripadvisor Traveller Rating
from 1390 review(s)
Crocodiles of the World

Brize Norton

Crocodiles of the World is the UK's first and only crocodile zoo, and is home to over 80 crocodiles, which represent 12 of the 23 extant crocodilian species, making it the largest collection of crocodiles in the UK

Price
Prices £6.50 to £27.00 Per Ticket
Shandy Shack

BAMPTON

Shandy Shack are all about enabling moderation without compromise for everyone. They produce a range of three shandies (IPA Shandy, Elderflower Lager Top and Pale & Ginger) between 2.2-2.8% ABV that are all natural, lower-calorie, vegan and…

Search Towns & Villages

Don't Miss

Be inspired to visit the Oxfordshire Cotswolds
Be inspired to visit the Oxfordshire Cotswolds on a day trip, short break or holiday.
Made Here
Artists, craftsmen, food producers, drinks makers and 'creatives of every type' are inspired by the Oxfordshire Cotswolds. Click here to find out where you can buy them, whether online or in local independent shops.
Accommodation in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds
Stay in one of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds' unforgettable accommodation providers and experience warm hospitality and a great nights sleep.
Oxfordshire Pubs
The Oxfordshire Cotswolds is home to some of the finest pubs and inns in England.

Home	Dog Friendly	Inspire me
Stay Bed & Breakfasts\| Glamping\| Hotels & Inns\| Self-Catering\|	Do Family fun\| Gardens & arboreta\| Historic houses and museums\| Active & Outdoors\| Oxfordshire Cotswolds Tours\|	Eat & drink Cafes & Tea Rooms\| Restaurants\| Pubs & Wine Bars\|
Shop	Blog	What's on Tell us about your event\| Events in the Cotswolds\|
Plan About the Oxfordshire Cotswolds\| Oxfordshire Towns & Villages\| Getting to and around\| Surrounding areas\|