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Pictures of Oxfordshire

Exploring the most picturesque & historic places to visit in the county of Oxfordshire, England.

About the county of Oxfordshire

In the South-East of England lies the county of Oxfordshire, one of the most scenic of all English counties and famous worldwide for its University City of Oxford, known as the 'City of Dreaming Spires'. Oxford has a wealth of interesting history to discover and many fascinating historic buildings, colleges and museums to explore. Climb the 99 steps of the 14th Century Carfax Tower for an outstanding overview of the city. Popular tourist attractions in Oxford include the Bodleian Library, the main research library of the University of Oxford, the Sheldonian Theatre, a venue for official university functions and a variety of concerts and an absolute 'must do' for tourists and local residents alike is to experience the exceptional and extremely memorable 'C.S Lewis Tour' which includes a visit to Lewis's former home 'The Kilns' and the beautiful Holy Trinity Church, which was Lewis's final resting place. Lewis, a worldwide famous author was a leading figure in Oxford's most famous literary group - The Inklings and is famed for his novels such as 'Mere Christianity' and the childrens classic 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe'. Other towns and villages in the county worth visiting are Woodstock, where you can visit Blenheim Palace, home of the 11th Duke of Marlborough, Henley-on-Thames, one of the county's most picturesque towns and popular for the 'Henley Royal Regatta', first held in 1839 and has been held there every year since and Kidlington, the largest village in England which boasts several large Georgian houses along with Hampden House and its 18th century pavilion.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Oxfordshire

High Street, Bloxham and the war memorial

Bloxham (12 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Oxfordshire

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St Katherine's Church

Chiselhampton (2 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Oxfordshire

Dreamy village where the River Tame is crossed by a 16th-century stone bridge...

Cottages in Old Minster, Minster Lovell

Minster Lovell (24 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Oxfordshire

Minster Lovell, in its beautiful dream-like setting against the gently rising Cotswold landscape, has a history stretching back to Saxon times...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Oxfordshire

A picture of Botanic Gardens of Oxford

Botanic Gardens of Oxford (7 Pictures)

Situated on the banks of the River Cherwell is the peaceful settings of the beautiful Botanic Gardens of Oxford. The gardens are.....

Swalcliife Barn, Swalcliffe, Oxfordshire

Swalcliffe Barn (2 Pictures)

Known locally as the Tythe Barn, Swalcliffe Barn was built for the Rectorial Manor of Swalcliffe by New College, who owned the.....

A picture of Tolsey Museum

Tolsey Museum (1 Pictures)

The Tolsey Museum can be found in the center of town at the ancient Burford crossroads, the main center of Burfords old market.....

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