The Oxfordshire Travel Guide - Stone
Circles and Prehistoric Sites A profile of
the Oxfordshire, England, highlighting attractions, history, and visitor information.
Long Compton, Oxfordshire Neolithic stone circle 100 feet across, set in a wooded clearing. Across the road is a larger solitary King Stone, while a short distance away is a group of large stones leaning together (the Whispering Knights). The legend goes that the king left his troops (the stone circle) to have a look at the valley, and while he was so occupied a group of his knights gathered together to plot treason. Another tale tells that the king encountered a witch, who promised him "If Long Compton you can see, then king of England you shall be". Since Long Compton is so close, the king thought the task an easy one, but the hillside obstructed his view, whereupon the witch turned him and his men into stones.
near Chipping Norton,
Long Compton,
Oxfordshire,
England,
Location:
1 mile SE Long Compton, off the A3400
Website:Rollright Stones Under private ownership
Uffington, Oxfordshire Perhaps the most famous hill figure in Britain, the White Horse is carved into the hillside below Uffington Castle hill fort. The carving has stripped away the topsoil to reveal white chalk, making the figure visible for miles. We do not know who built the White Horse, or if it is even meant to be a horse, but that just adds to the mystique of the site. The White Horse is in an area rich in prehistoric remains; a short walk away is the chambered tomb of Wayland's Smithy.
Uffington,
Oxfordshire,
England,
Location:
off B4507
Website:Uffington White Horse English Heritage
Wayland's Smithy
Uffington, Oxfordshire Originally a megalithic mortuary house, later a chambered tomb fronted by an elaborate entrance (see photo). Ony a few yards off the ancient Ridgeway track, and less than a mile from the Uffington hill fort and the famous White Horse. The name "Wayland " refers to Wayland the Smith, the Scandinavian Wodin, and the story goes that if you leave your horse at the site along with a few pennies, the animal will be reshod when you return.
Uffington,
Oxfordshire,
England,
Location:
On a signposted path off the B4507
Website:Wayland's Smithy English Heritage
Cosy Stone walled and thatched detached cottage in the heart of this village on the edge of the Cotswolds. National Trust Coleshill, Buscot, and Uffington … more >> Sleeps 4
A 3 star hotel in an idyllic 17th Century setting with hidden staircases, original wooden beams & stone fireplace. Offering 69 ensuite rooms. The hotel is deal for exploring the Cotswolds, Stratford Upon Avon, Oxford, Woodstcock & Warwick. Minutes from Banbury railway and coach stations, and 30 miles from Birmingham … more >>
The centrally located Cromwell Lodge is a majestic old building combining the spirit of the 17th century with all the modern day comforts. The elegant oak panelled restaurant features imaginative and tempting menus. There is an extensive bar menu and a wide range of traditional ales and fine wines. more >>
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