Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Woodstock in Oxfordshire is probably best know to visitors as being home to the magnificent Blenheim Palace, but Woodstock town itself is well worth a visit. Many people will visit Blenheim Palace without actually venturing into Woodstock itself as the main entrance to Blenheim Palace is just outside Woodstock itself. If you are visiting Blenheim Palace, take some time out to venture into Woodstock as it has a charming centre with many shops, pubs and restaurants.

Woodstock Town Hall
Woodstock Town Hall

Visit Woodstock and Blenheim Palace

Woodstock is a charming Oxfordshire town full of quailty hotels and restaurants, great shopping and, of course, the gateway to Blenheim Palace and Estate.

Map of Woodstock

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Blenheim Palace
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Places to stay in Woodstock

Seeking accommodation in Woodstock? Here are some places to stay in and around the Woodstock area.

The Marlborough Arms

The Marlborough Arms

Situated in the heart of Woodstock, The Marlborough Arms is a beautiful 15th Century coaching inn that overlooks Woodstock's historical streets.

The Marlborough Arms
Macdonald Bear Hotel

Macdonald Bear Hotel

Macdonald Bear Hotel
The Feathers

The Feathers

A divine Oxfordshire hotel with contemporary rooms and fine dining restaurant

The Feathers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Woodstock

Woodstock is in the county of Oxfordshire.

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Woodstock is on Oxfordshire, about 9 miles north of Oxford.

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The magnificent Blenheim Palace and Estate can be found in Woodstock, Oxfordshire and only 20 minutes from the university city of Oxford.

Blenheim Palace is within easy reach of London and Birmingham - both cities are around one and a half hours away by car.

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Attractions, businesses and places to visit in the local area

Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum

Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock

Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (SOFO) is Oxfordshire's only dedicated military history museum

Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum
Oxfordshire Museum

Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock

The Oxfordshire Museum in the lovely market town of Woodstock is a hidden gem that is well worth a visit.

Oxfordshire Museum
Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Blenheim Palace is a world-class visitor attraction with a variety of cultural and sporting events, a wedding and banqueting venue and a unique filming location.

Blenheim Palace
Combe Mill

Combe Mill, Oxfordshire

A Grade II* Listed Building, Combe Mill is the original sawmill and workshop of the Blenheim Palace Estate

Combe Mill
North Leigh Roman Villa

North Leigh Roman Villa, near Witney

At North Leigh Roman Villa, near Witney, you will find the remains of a large, wellbuilt Roman courtyard villa.

North Leigh Roman Villa
Rousham House and Garden, Oxfordshire

Rousham House and Garden, Oxfordshire

One of only two English gardens included in Monty Don's round the world garden journey, for him the "very best of English gardens".

Rousham House and Garden, Oxfordshire
Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park

Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park

Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park is set in 54 acres of rolling, wooded farmland

Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park
Banbury Hill Farm

Banbury Hill Farm, Charlbury

Bed & Breakfast at Banbury Hill Farm - A truly unique location in the Oxfordshire countryside

Banbury Hill Farm
Charlbury Museum

Charlbury Museum

Charlbury Museum is an independent museum, run entirely by volunteers. Its five rooms are crammed with exhibits revealing the history of this ancient market town

Charlbury Museum
Cogges Manor Farm

Cogges Manor Farm, Witney, Oxfordshire

At the heart of Witney, everyone who visits Cogges for the first time is bowled over by its beauty

Cogges Manor Farm
The Harcourt Arms

The Harcourt Arms, Stanton Harcourt, Witney

The Harcourt Arms is a delightful country Inn with two AA Rosettes and a very flattering review in the 2021 Michelin Guide.

The Harcourt Arms
The Blue Boar

The Blue Boar, Witney

Overlooking the market square in the historic town of Witney, The Blue Boar offers a 70-seat restaurant, bar area, function room, imposing courtyard and 20 boutique-style bedrooms.

The Blue Boar
Witney

Witney, Oxfordshire

An Oxfordshire market town on the edge of the Cotswolds.

Witney

More local links

Kings Arms
The Crown
Bladon
Oxford Bus Museum
Combe
Green Close
Long Hanborough
Gorselands Hall
Eynsham
Ramsden
Charlbury
Witney Museum
The Beeches Bed and Breakfast
Witney Visitor Information Centre
Stanton Harcourt
The Witney Hotel
The Fleece
Bishop's Palace
Corncroft Guest House
The Laurels Guesthouse