The Local Area
Located in the village of Long Hanborough, The Swan is an ideal base to enjoy the surrounding area.
Both Combe and Long Hanborough rail stations are close by, with a journey time into Oxford of just 10 minutes.
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Woodstock |
4 miles |
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Oxford |
10 miles |
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Burford |
12 miles |
Blenheim Palace
The grounds of Blenheim Palace are just a short walk from The Swan, with Woodstock and the palace itself 4 miles away by road.
The palace is the home of the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and on 30 November 1874, was the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill
The palace is set in 2100 acres of grounds, landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown.
In 1987 the Palace was created a World Heritage site.
Oxford
Visitors come from across the world to see Oxford’s architecture and the 38 colleges which make up Oxford University.
But there is more to Oxford than the University, with a wide variety of shopping, theatres, art galleries, museums and entertainment.
The Radcliffe Camera (pictured) is one of the most distinctive buildings in the city. The Radcliffe Camera (the word Camera just means “room”) functions as the main reading room of the Bodleian Library.
Boating on Oxford's rivers is a popular activity, and a picnic while punting is a great way to spend a summers day. The experienced punters make it look easy, but the novice may find it harder than expected!
The Cotswolds
The beautiful countryside of the Cotswolds is only a short drive. Some of the towns are popular with tourists and locals, but it is also easy to find a quiet spot to walk or simply enjoy the area.
