Attractions

Oddington

The village of Oddington lies some two miles east of the highest town in the Cotswolds, the market town of Stow on the Wold - "a meeting place on a rolling hill". There are many enchanting villages the absolute quintessence of English rural life and Oddington is no "Oddity" in this respect, as it dates back to the 11th century, is un-spoilt by tourism and still retains the charming character of the North Cotswolds.

The Horse & Groom Pub

Within the upper and lower regions of the village are two outstanding Inns renowned for their fine food and ales. The Horse and Groom in Upper Oddington and the Fox Inn in Lower Oddington, three miles from Stow on the Wold in Gloucestershire.
The Fox is essentially a Pub, which enjoys a reputation for good food, wine and beer. It was voted Gloucestershire's Dining Pub of the year 1999 and is listed in the AA Guide to Best Pubs, Which? Guide to Country Pubs, The Good Pub Guide and the Good Food Guide. It has an awning covered terrace for eating outside with heating and a pretty traditional cottage garden.

The Fox Inn

Church Street Stow on the Wold

Stow-on-the-Wold

Stow on the Wold is on the 'must see' list for many visitors to the Cotswolds. All roads in the north Cotswolds seem to lead to the village and it is a popular base for touring, with Stratford and Oxford within easy reach.
At a height of nearly 800 feet, Stow is the highest settlement in the Cotswold Hills. Stow's large market square is a gem - the focus of most activity in the village. The surrounding houses, shops and inns, in Cotswold stone, represent a pleasing blend of styles, mainly from the 17th and 18th centuries.

Surprisingly, there are no real 'tourist attractions' in Stow. Visitors come to enjoy the buildings and atmosphere and to shop. There are many antique shops, galleries, art and book shops. There are also several excellent craft shops. Buying and selling has always been important in Stow. The medieval Market Cross is a reminder of the days when up to 20,000 sheep were herded into the square for sale. The cross was a reminder traders to trade fairly under the eyes of God.
The Battle of Stow in March 1646, was the final conflict in the English Civil War. There is a legend that the blood from this bitter conflict ran down Digbeth Street. If so, then it ran past The Royalist Hotel, which is listed in the Guinness book of records as the oldest Inn in England, dating back to 947AD.

Stow on the Wold Town Square

Out and About

Touring: Oddington is smack in the middle of all to see in the North Cotswolds. You have easy access to all the main tourist attractions and sights to see - including the numerous delightful villages together with some of the larger impressive towns of Cheltenham Spa, Stratford upon Avon, Warwick and its castle - the university city of Oxford and the old market town of Cirencester with its historic Cathedral.

Houses and Gardens... To name but a few!

Blenheim Palace (18th Century Baroque)
Batsford Arboretum and Wild Gardens
Chastleton House
Hidcote Manor and Gardens (for all seasons)
Snowshill Manor

Retail Therapy.

There is something for everyone from the cashmere shops, to the Persian rug galleries, from the kitchen outlet in Stow on the Wold, unusual gift shops, to the numerous art and antique showrooms - a plethora of choice.

Walks

For those who enjoy some serious exercise walks abound…we can direct you with maps for 20 minutes or 4 hours. Trails that will traverse the Oxfordshire Way, rambles through the Windrush Valley, together with strolls through the market towns and villages via traditional country pubs.

Other Pursuits...Just a few!

There are the more unusual pursuits and places to visit: -
Neolithic Rollright Stones nr Chipping Norton
Roman Villa, North Leigh
Combe Mill in Steam
Kelmscott Manor (home of William Morris)
Cotswold Water Park for the active
Cotswold Wildlife Park

" If you enjoy racing, Cheltenham, Warwick and Stratford courses offer great variety and you can celebrate your success after at the many fine restaurants."
J Newent - Tunbridge Wells.

View from Mount Pleasant Farm