Top Things to do in Oxfordshire
Top Hotels in Oxfordshire
- 1. George Street Hotel
- 2. The Holt Hotel
- 3. Malmaison Oxford Castle
- 4. voco Oxford Spires, an IHG Hotel
- 5. Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
- 6. The Randolph Hotel, by Graduate Hotels
- 7. voco Oxford Spires, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Jurys Inn Oxford
- 9. voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel
- 10. Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
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10 Nature & Wildlife Areas in Oxfordshire That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom including Wheatly Birds of Prey Centre, Ramsden Rare Breeds, Wytham Woods, Upton House & Gardens, Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary, Faringdon Folly Tower and Woodland, Warburg Nature Reserve, Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Wychwood Wild Garden, Otmoor.
Restaurants in Oxfordshire
1. Wheatly Birds of Prey Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Rachelhotlawyer - London, United Kingdom
A chance encounter led us to spend hours at this sanctuary in the company of Clive, his sister and his wonderful team (plus dogs, ferrets and wild barn owl). It’s wonderful to see beautiful birds of prey up so close but even better to see how well cared for they are by a man who is devoted to their well being and conservation. His team share his passion and made us so welcome- it was a struggle to leave them and the array of birds. Each bird has a fascinating history with some heart warming rescue stories. All the cares in the world evaporate here. If you love birds of prey and want to see them in the best possible conditions then go to Wheatley Birds of Prey Centre. Thank you for a terrific experience today. Rachel and Duncy
2. Ramsden Rare Breeds
3. Wytham Woods
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By SergeLourie - Richmond-upon-Thames, United Kingdom
Wytham Wood is owned by the University of Oxford and is around five miles from the city centre. It is just by the river Tames and has been studied by Oxford botanists for many years. It appears frequently in fiction especially in the Morse books of Colin Dexter, where bodies are often found in these woods. It is near the village of Wytham and we stayed in the excellent Swinford Manor Farm, which is near the western entrance to the woods, There are a lot of well maked paths and the flora are extremely interesting and attractive. To get access, you need a permit from the University but we found this process easy to undertake. The woods could be incorporated in a longer walk but there is a lot to see including a chalet and the sawmill
4. Upton House & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,197 reviews
Come and see how Lord & Lady Bearsted made Upton House and Gardens the perfect country retreat for their family in the 1930s. You can also discover Lord Bearsted's famous art collection including works by Bosch, Stubbs and Canaletto. We have a stunning collection of porcelain too; so if you are visiting us for the first time you may wish to expect your visit to the house to last a minimum of an hour. Viewings of the house available by timed ticket from 11:00am with last entry to the house at 15:30 before closing at 16:00; the gardens, shop and cafe close at 17:00. Please bear in mind that the car park is 300 yards from the house.
Reviewed By srablair - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom
This is a wonderful property with a lot to see so allow plenty of time. We spent around 4 hours here including a nice visit to the cafe. Access to the house is by timed appointment and there is a choice of 3 tours to do at timed appointments too, so I would advise getting these scheduled in As soon as you arrive. There is a large garden to visit with a few surprises along the way and a good kitchen garden which I found inspirational. The house dated back to 17th Century although it was extensively redesigned in 1921. The redesign is interesting in its own right and the main draw is the house contents including spectacular art collection including paintings tapestries and Chinaware. We were interested in the history of the house and it's owners over the years which provide a glimpse into the past. Quite fascinating. There is a temporary natural science exhibition of portraits of scientists and environmental contributors which is very interesting. Is a tribute to the work of people from a range of backgrounds from Darwin to David Attenburgh via Chris Packham and Vivien Westwood! Nice little exhibition which is worth 20 minutes look if you are here anyway. The cafe was doing a roaring trade and we enjoyed tea/coffee ,scone and jam and very nice shortbread. We we were pleased to see that the clotted cream for the cream tea was served in a reusable pot which is much more sensible than the standard foil sealed type pot. Very good visit.
5. Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By sabatinitennis - London, United Kingdom
Lots of free parking, a shop selling all things donkey and nice staff. This sanctuary caters for about 150 donkeys and relies on donations etc to allow it to do it's valuable work. Definitely worth a visit and lots of donkeys to pat and photograph.
6. Faringdon Folly Tower and Woodland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By johnbV192JB - Stamford, United Kingdom
A steep climb but clearly marked paths and the view at the top is amazing. The Sudbury House Hotel is adjacent
7. Warburg Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
High up in the Chiltern hills, Warburg Nature Reserve is a magnificent place for its wild, remote tranquillity. The flower-rich grasslands in the valley bottom give way to grand woodlands rising up the valley sides.Warburg is home to an incredible range of habitats sheltering thousands of species, and each season there is something interesting to experience. In spring, the woodland is awash with spectacular bluebells and wood anemones. In May and June the reserve has a dawn chorus second to none. The wide sunny rides and open glades of chalk grassland are full of summer flowers, including pyramidal orchid and swathes of aromatic wild marjoram and thyme. These are followed by autumn and Chiltern gentians and glorious colours throughout the tree canopy, while down below, an incredible 900 species of fungi grow. In winter, you can enjoy magical frost along the valley bottom.
Reviewed By CJov - Sittingbourne, United Kingdom
We love walking and nature. We loved the Warburg Nature Reserve. How wonderful that the woodland trust and their volunteers maintain places like this for us all to enjoy.
8. Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
The Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is one of the most beautiful areas of countryside in the UK, nationally-protected for its landscape, charming villages, historic attractions and wildlife. It is a great place to go for a walk or a bike ride and enjoy tranquil, classic English countryside. You would never know that you are only 40 miles from London!
Reviewed By ChinnorJim - Chinnor, United Kingdom
The Chilterns are beautiful and although I live here so might be slightly biased, I’d say they can match anywhere in the UK for scenery. Autumn or Spring mornings in the Beech woods take some beating.
9. Wychwood Wild Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By N55tony - Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Worth a walk into the gardens just to see the beautiful avenue of Lime trees, forming an almost cathedral like vault as you enter. The Cedar of Lebanon is majestic and over 300 years old. The entry is free but we gave a donation in the box as the gardens are maintained by the community for everybody to enjoy. Long may this happen!
10. Otmoor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By MollieMay - Oxford, United Kingdom
A wonderful, peaceful haven for wildlife. Terrific variety of birds...I saw Harriers, bittern, ducks, stonechat, and many more. Great expanse of reed beds and fields, 3 good hides, and friendly people. Beware no toilets though and quite a walk to the hides, but worth it.
