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Oxford, Blenheim & the Cotswolds - Traditions of Christmas at Blenheim Palace

A delightful weekend break to Oxfordshire when the magnificent Blenheim Palace welcomes all to enjoy “The Traditions of Christmas”. See the Palace decorated with elegant displays of treasured yuletide traditions and in the Great Court Christmas trees will sparkle in the colonnades, offering visitors a truly magical experience. Inside the Palace glowing fires in the State Rooms will provide a warm welcome and each room will feature delightful festive displays.

ITINERARY

Day One: We travel south to the outskirts of Oxford for our included visit to Blenheim Palace and the ‘Traditions of Christmas’. From here we continue on to the Mill & Old Swan Hotel at Minster Lovell.
Day Two: A full day visit to Oxford, the ‘City Of Dreaming Spires’, a city of contrasts with a delightful blend of historic buildings, colleges and museums plus excellent modern facilities, famous the world over for its University.
Day Three: A morning drive into the picturesque Cotswolds, a landscape of rolling hills and lovely honey-stoned villages. We visit Bourton on the Water, also known as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ with its bridges crossing the River Windrush, then on to Broadway, famous for its antique shops. Depart for home mid afternoon.

De Vere Mill & Old Swan

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A member of the DeVere Venues group of hotels, located in 60 acres of beautiful Cotswold countryside. As the name suggests there are two distinct buildings – The Mill, built in 1806 and brimming with Olde English character, and The Old Swan, a 600 year old Inn. Facilities include the restaurant, bar and lounge, plus a fitness room and sauna. All the luxury bedrooms have been refurbished and feature en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, hospitality tray and trouser press.
(The hotel does not have a lift but some ground floor rooms are available)

Date

Duration

Price

14-11-2008

3 days

£169

Single Room supplement £40

Price includes
Two nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast, plus admission to Blenheim Palace.

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