Diddly Squat Farm Shop You're only about half a mile away as the crow flies, however, the walking route will probably take 20 mins, cycling 3 mins and driving 2 mins but parking is likely to take a lot longer!

Jeremy Clarkson's Pub "The Farmer's Dog" along with his H&C (Hops and Chops) store is just a short drive away. Hearty food and an experience

Blenheim Palace is impossibly beautiful. A gift from the nation for a historic win on the field of battle and birthplace to Winston Churchill

Daylesford - is so much more than a shop, this is an experience and not to be missed off your list of things to do and see. The shop that inspired Jeremy Clarkson to open Diddly Squat Farm Shop - where ploughman's lunch ingredients cost him over £80! Daylesford really is the Fortnum & Mason of the Cotswolds and you never know who you might see there. There is a very well considered restaurant on site and a spa if you fancy an indulgence. Around a 15 minute scenic drive away.

Oxford - the world renowned seat of learning since 1096 and a beautiful city. Home of amazing museums including Britain's oldest (1683) The Ashmolean, The Natural History and Pitt Rivers. ​A 20 minute drive to the park and ride then a short trip into the city - well worth it.

Hook Norton Brewery: Famous Hooky beer since 1856. In the lovely village of Hook Norton, this brewery is one of only a handful still family run. Not surprisingly the unusual architecture of the brewery is often used for filming / photoshoots. Has a shop & Café on site. Less than 15 minutes away

Sezincote (India in the Cotswolds) At the heart of a traditional, family-run estate covering 3,500 acres of rolling Cotswold countryside stands a 200-year-old Mogul Indian palace, set in romantic landscape of temples, grottoes, waterfalls and canals reminiscent of the Taj Mahal. Under 20 minute scenic drive away.

Farm-ED Cafe, Demo Farm, Events and Courses Learn more about where our food comes from and how farming is changing

Bibury: Described by William Morris (1834-96) as "the most beautiful village in England"

Crocodiles of the World ​Crocodiles, Alligators and Caimans; an attraction like no other, get up close and personal with these amazing creatures - dozens of species, ranging from small to way too big! ​But as well as the scary, there are the cute too, well worth a visit. ​About 20 minutes away - 15 if you make it snappy (yeah I know - Dad joke!)

Visit Hawkstone Brewery. Home to Kaleb & Jeremy's own brand. www.hawkstone.co

Cotswolds Wildlife Park Why not go on a safari whilst staying at Oldner Barn! ​This is a fabulous day out for the exotic animal lovers - only 25 minutes drive through lovely Cotswold country scenery. On your way you'll also go through the next on our list the stunning village of Burford.

The Living Room Cinema is a boutique cinema showing all main stream films and it's right in the centre of Chipping Norton. Enjoy drinks brought to your seats while enjoying the latest blockbuster

Ashmolean Museum: opened in 1683 and is home to priceless artifacts (including the Alfred Jewel), works of art and items from around the world.

Whichford Pottery A working pottery less than 15 minutes away, in a tranquil setting with a tea shop. A lovely place to just mooch around.

Birdland Park and Gardens was first established in 1957 in the Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water and was one of the first Bird encounters to open in the UK. The 9 acre site is positioned on a former Bryant and May Poplar Tree plantation famous for its matchstick crop! There are still over 150 trees which create a high canopy for the River Windrush. The beautiful setting is inhabited by over 500 birds. Flamingos, pelicans, penguins, cranes, storks, cassowary, and waterfowl can be seen on various aspects of the natural water habitat. There are also over 50 aviaries featuring parrots, falcons, pheasants, hornbills, touracos, pigeons, ibis and many more. The Desert House is home to the more delicate species, whilst the indoor Discovery Zone features egg laying creatures including fish, amphibians and reptiles.

The Rollright Stones If history interests you, then how about 2,000+ years of Neolithic and Bronze age development? It's said that the stones are a monarch and his courtiers petrified by a witch...They consist of 3 groups: The King's Men stone circle, the Whispering Knights burial chamber and the single King stone. ​Try counting them, then do it again - it's always different! It's like they move around...! The Rollright stones also offer a 'dark sky' environment for star gazing. Less than 10 minutes away by car

Stow-on-the Wold As you'd expect from such a pretty name it is a charming little town. It stands over 800 feet above sea level making it the highest town in the Cotswolds. Lots of boutiques, cafes plus a Cricket Museum. Don't forget to see "Tolkien's Door" the inspiration for Middle Earth - St. Edward's Church. A lovely drive of about 15 minutes

Countryfile's Adam Farm Park Home to Adam from Countryfile. Adam's farm provides an insight into a working farm, but has a lot more to offer too. A drive of less than 30 minutes through lovely countryside.

Chipping Norton Affectionately known as 'Chippy' this is the Gateway to the Cotswolds, our home town and your home from home town. Vibrant, friendly, historical and relaxed. Full of independent shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs. With a theatre that attracts a Stella cast of performers. There's golf, an open air lido 9 festivals a year including literature, food & music. A traditional fair closes the centre once a year - with funfair rides operating just inches from buildings. If antique hunting is your thing, you're in the right place too - explore the many shops / markets. An antique hunters paradise with many specialist shops. Chipping Norton Leisure Centre is also within walking distance

Batsford Arboretum Home to the notorious & scandalous Mitford sisters - history, espionage and beautiful landscape...worth a visit. Batsford also has a café and garden centre. Less than 20 minutes away.

Bourton-on-the-Water ​What can I say, described as the Venice of the Cotswolds it is magnificent and there's so much to do here: Motoring museum, explore the independent shops, relax outside one of the cafes, visit the model village, Birdland park & gardens, Bourton model railway exhibition, the dragonfly maze etc. etc. Beautiful proportioned buildings and landscape, this honey coloured chocolate box will not disappoint. Less tan 20 minutes away. To quote J B Priestley again "...the most enchanting village in England".

Burford Burford is quintessential Cotswolds. This medieval village just screams out to be photographed and you're only 15 minutes away from it. ​Sit outside a café, enjoy a drink and wander in and out of the shops

Combe Mill working sawmill Museum of Blenheim Palace Recorded in the Doomsday book of 1086, this has been a continuous place of work for over 1,000 years.

Oxford Botanic Gardens ​The oldest Botanic garden in Great Britain and one of the oldest scientific gardens in the world. In 1621 the first Earl of Danby decided to set up a physic garden for "the glorification of the works of God and for the furtherance of learning".

National Trust nearby properties ​https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chastleton-house https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hidcote https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/market-hall https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/snowshill-manor-and-garden

Step into the Cotswolds. There are countless country walk around the area. On this page below, you will find some downloadable ideas.

Cotswold Distillery Tours If Gin or Whisky is your thing, then make a visit to the Cotswold Distillery, 15 minutes away by car - they do tours and tasting - so maybe taxi?

Clay Pigeon Shooting Chipping Norton Shooting Club ​A little confusingly there are 2 The Oxfordshire Shooting School, which will allow you to book a 'have a go' session for clays. Gun, cartridges and tuition included. Just 5 minutes away. https://www.theoxfordshireshootingschool.co.uk/shooting-ground/novice-instruction The other which is just along the field is a rifle and pistol range. Here you'll need experience and a licence for this Home Office approved range https://cnrpc.org/

Bicester Shopping Outlet If you like a bargain, this is the ideal destination. About 25 minutes by car to a dedicated avenue of designer shops and restaurants https://www.tbvsc.com/bicester-village/en

Rousham House & Garden ​One of England's most important gardens, it remains largely as it was laid out in the 18th century. Don't miss the walled garden with its herbaceous borders, small parterre, pigeon house and espaliers. Totally uncommercialised, not even a tea room, so take a picnic and good walking shoes and have a great day. 20 minutes from Oldner Barn by car. https://rousham.org/

Broughton Castle fortified and moated manor. The core of this historical house was built in 1306 and it played a major part in the English Civil War https://www.broughtoncastle.com/

Heythrop Zoological Gardens - private visits. Not a traditional Zoo, you can book personal tours. Check their website by clicking on the image