Local Attractions
1. The Play’s the Thing
New Theatre Oxford presents the best in live entertainment: musicals, ballet, opera, stand-up comedy, concerts and family shows.
2. The River
As the Wind in the Willows says, “there is absolutely nothing half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats”, and there is absolutely nowhere half so much worth doing it as the rivers at Oxford.
3. The TV Detective
Here’s a clue – his name rhymes with horse and begins with ‘M’. Trace the footsteps of Britain’s favourite TV detective on one of the entertaining Walking Tours every Saturday at 1.30pm.
4. Designer Heaven
As someone once said: “Whoever said that money cannot buy happiness simply didn’t know where to go shopping.” If discounted designer labels are your bag, then Bicester Village and
Swindon designer outlet will put a smile on your face.
Swindon Designer Outlet is housed in the beautifully renovated Grade II listed buildings of the Great Western Railway Works and is one of the largest covered designer outlets in Europe. Shoppers will adore the quality mix of High St and Designer brands, reduced by up to 60 per cent, at over 90 top name stores including John Lewis Home Outlet, Superdry, Hugo Boss, Hobbs, LK Bennett, Marks & Spencer Outlet, Ted Baker and Tommy Hilfiger. If you register at the customer information in the food court and receive a 10% discount in selected stores, just show your Hawkwell House Hotel key card and register.
5. The Knowledge
If you have a thirst for knowledge, then Oxford is your oasis, with the greatest concentration of museums, galleries and libraries in the land, including the famous
Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology founded in 1683 and, of course, the University with all of its magnificent buildings.
6. The Palace
One of Britain’s finest stately homes and a World Heritage Site – Blenheim Palace was the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. The house is open from March to October, and the Capability Brown parklands throughout the year. Discounted entrance tickets available at the hotel reception.
7. The Nightlife
Where there are students, there’s nightlife – so it goes without saying that Oxford is brim full of bars, clubs, pubs, restaurants and theatres to satisfy the party animal in you. Hawkwell House is only a 5 minute taxi ride to the city center yet away from the noise of the city.
8. Natural Beauty
The Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has something for everyone, including beautiful English villages, a wealth of National Trust stately homes and gardens, and for children, the Cotswolds Wildlife Park and Gardens. Discounted tickets are available to purchase at the hotel reception.
9. Official Oxford Tourist Information
Please visit the official tourist guide website for a detailed listing of things to see and do whilst staying at Hawkwell House Hotel.
10. Oxford Castle Unlocked
Oxford Castle – Unlocked reveals Oxford’s less well known history, one that’s rich with tales of great escapes, betrayal and even romance – all within the walls of this ancient castle and prison.
The site has been used as a place of incarceration since 1071, continuing until the closure of HM Prison in 1996. The old buildings have been preserved and are now open to the public revealing a time capsule – allowing the buildings to tell their story.
11. Hinksey Heights Golf Club
At Hinksey Heightsyou will find an 18 hole Championship Course, The Spires Course (9 hole course) and The Par 3 Course (9 hole course).
The 18 hole Championship Course can be described as 'an inland links course' with the most remarkable views of Oxford's dreaming spires.There are a variety ofholes which reward the thinking golfer.
The Spires Golf Course, opened by Sir Bobby Robson in July 2006, can be played as 9 or 18 holes. This course is ideal for the golfer with limited time to spare as the whole course can be played in under 2 hours.
Set just on the edge of the city, visitors, business people and residents can enjoy their game in one of the most outstanding areas of beauty in the Thames Valley.
12. David Lloyd Oxford
The large gym boasts some of the most sopisticated cardiovascular and resistance equipment available. We also have stretching areas and aerobic studios for all your fitness needs.
We have a huge range or swimming, tennis and racquet facilities to match our outstanding gym.
We also know that it's not all about exercise and fitness which is why we offer a relaxation area including a steam room, sauna and whirlpool to give you the total David Lloyd experience.VIEW THE FACILITIES
Exercising in a group is an extremely enjoyable and motivating way to keep fit and with over 80 group exercise classes per week for all abilities we are sure you'll find at least one you love at David Lloyd Oxford. Try some of the new and exciting classes unique to David Lloyd like netball, our running club, capoeria, table tennis and tai chi.
At Oxford we know the importance of family time. That's why we offer a variety of activities and facilities like the restaurant where you can get great meals all day long, weekly theme nights and parties for all ages.
Enroll the kids in a children's activity, junior tennis or swimming programme, which is guaranteed to keep them happy, entertained and active.
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