What to do in Great Tew

Activities, attractions and tours
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Places to Visit in Great Tew

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Top places to visit

1. Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace is a grand country house with marvelous landscaped gardens, set amid gorgeous green parkland. Come here to admire its majestic fountains, picturesque grounds and the 18th-century palace building, which encompasses a range of architectural styles.
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Blenheim Palace which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

2. Thames River

London’s long and tumultuous history is written upon the face of the city, and the River Thames has watched it all. A 19th-century Member of Parliament, John Burns, said it best: “The Mississippi is muddy water, but the Thames is liquid history.” In modern-day London, history comes to life on the 70 wharves, which have remained in operation after centuries. As you make your way down the river’s dark waters, you will enjoy a unique snapshot of life in this dynamic but resolutely historical city.
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London showing heritage architecture, a bridge and a river or creek

3. Cotswold Wildlife Park

Set across a plot of 160 acres (65 hectares), Cotswold Wildlife Park is one of the premier family-friendly attractions in the Cotswolds. Make your way through the park’s four distinctive sections, get up close to exotic animal species and admire the gardens.
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Cotswold Wildlife Park featuring a park, zoo animals and dangerous animals

4. Oxford Castle

Oxford Castle Unlocked is a fun attraction, where you learn about the intriguing history of the city’s castle. Costumed characters take groups on tours around the castle, sharing anecdotes about the mysterious and dark figures that once roamed these halls. Ascend the Saxon St. George’s Tower for panoramic views of the charming city and colleges spread out below.
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Oxford Castle Unlocked showing heritage elements and a castle

5. Royal Shakespeare Theatre

The Royal Shakespeare Company is a celebrated acting group based in the 16th-century writer’s hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon. Although the company tours the United Kingdom and other countries, they perform around 20 productions annually in their hometown. The Royal Shakespeare Theatre and the Swan Theatre share a foyer along the River Avon in the charming town near Birmingham. The complex also includes restaurants and bars. See a Shakespearean play or take a behind-the-scenes tour of the theater.
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Birmingham which includes tranquil scenes, a garden and a river or creek

Recommended things to do in Great Tew

Number of things to do
20
Things to do from
NZ$21
Cheapest thing to do
Classic Cotswolds: Interactive Guidebook for region
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
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Rollright Stones

Learn about the local history of Chipping Norton with a stop at Rollright Stones. Discover the beautiful countryside and spas in this quaint area.

Rollright Stones
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Fairytale Farm

You can take time to visit Fairytale Farm during your travels to Enstone. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Fairytale Farm
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Chipping Norton Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Chipping Norton at Chipping Norton Golf Club. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Chipping Norton Golf Club

Day trip destinations from Great Tew

Broughton Castle which includes heritage architecture, a lake or waterhole and château or palace

Banbury

Chipping Norton

Chipping Norton

Photo "Enstone" by ian freeman (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by ian freeman (CC BY-SA)

Enstone