Burford, originally a major coaching stop for horse drawn carriages, up to 30 a day, and the inns were known for their large portions, serving Burford bait.
Now a busy town, most of the original old inns still exist, with Tudor buildings, visit the Tolsey Museum in the toll house.
The church has the tomb of Speaker Letnall, who stopped Charles I trying to arrest the Members of Parliament in 1642, as well as 17th century graffiti written by mutineers captures by Cromwell.
Small villages in the area, and walks along the River Windrush.
Burford has a Tourist Information CentreTolsey Museum 126 High Street, Burford OX18 4QU
A lovely small local history museum. Tolsey Museum information
Cotswold Wildlife Park Bradwell Grove, Burford OX18 4JP
Have a family day out with the animals ! Cotswold Wildlife Park information
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Swinbrook near Burford OX18 4DY MAP This 16th-century Cotswolds inn offers award-winning food, free Wi-Fi and free parking just 5 minutes' drive from the medieval market town of Burford. More Information and Book ... |
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117 High Street Burford OX18 4RG MAP This traditional inn is in the Cotswold village of Burford, between Oxford and Cheltenham. It mixes original character with modern comforts, including free Wi-Fi, en suite rooms and award-winning food. More Information and Book ... |
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High Street Shipton-under-Wychwood Burford OX7 6DQ MAP Set in the picturesque village of Shipton-under-Wychwood, the 4-star Lamb Inn is a beautiful Cotswold stone inn with a Silver Award. The en suite guest rooms are unique and luxurious. More Information and Book ... |
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Oxford Road Burford OX18 4PH MAP Burford Lodge is a refurbished 19th-century Cotswold stone building with a private garden. Just 10 minutes' walk from Burford town centre, it is well-situated for exploring the scenic Cotswolds. More Information and Book ... |
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The Barringtons Burford OX18 4TN MAP This unspoilt 16th-century coaching inn overlooks the rolling countryside and offers a warm welcome and good food in a relaxed, traditional setting between Oxford and Cheltenham. More Information and Book ... |
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Stow Road, Fifield near Burford OX7 6HR MAP The Merrymouth is a 13th-century Cotswold-stone inn situated between Burford and Stow-on-the-Wold. The en suite accommodation is situated in a converted stable block to the rear of the inn. More Information and Book ... |
Go north to Chipping Norton and into the Cotswolds, or visit the historic university city of Oxford.
Towns Near Burford To Visit - straight line distance:
Witney (6.66 miles) Bourton-on-the-Water (7.43 miles) Lechlade-on-Thames (8.17 miles) Northleach (8.64 miles)
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