Cotswolds Christmas Baking Workshop in Burford
What to Expect:
Festive Demonstrations and Hands-On Fun: Begin with a demonstration on crafting royal icing and preparing a rich, spiced mince pie filling that captures the essence of Christmas. Collaborate to create your own festive mince pie filling.
Joyful Baking Session: Dive into baking sweet butter shortcrust pastry for your mince pies, enriched with seasonal spices. You’ll also prepare gingerbread biscuit dough, learning to turn your biscuits into beautiful, decorative Christmas tree ornaments.
Tasty Festive Treats: After your baking session, unwind with a cappuccino or a pot of fine tea, accompanied by a classic, buttery mince pie, filled with a spiced blend of fruit and spices.
Take-Home Treats: Bring home an assortment of your deliciously baked biscuits, beautifully decorated Christmas tree ornaments, and scrumptious mince pies, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Oxford Explore the Cotswolds Private Tour by Black Cab
There is nothing better than spending time in the country. The stunning scenery, including golden fields in the spring, the vibrant rainbow-coloured country gardens in the summer, and the myriad of dark crimsons, yellows, & silvers in the autumn & winter, always take our breath away. Add the gorgeous historic towns & villages made of soft creamy sandstone, many of which regularly top the best places to visit in the Cotswolds & the UK, plus the local wildlife of ducks, geese, bees & even the odd snake, & the fantastic food and you have the perfect refresher to staying in the noisy city.
Visiting many of the villages that are annually voted the best places in the Cotswolds, this tour offers you the opportunity to see some of the prettiest parts of Britain with someone who is passionate about the past, loves to eat (and knows the best places to stop for food), and who knows where to take a photo that will make your friends back home jealous of this unique, almost perfect, day out.
Special interest walking tours Saturday afternoons - see schedule
Join us for a special interest walking tour of Oxford. See the 2026 Contrada Tours schedule below for further details.
Saturday 4 April - Oxford history and architecture
Saturday 11 April - 17th c. Oxford and the British Civil Wars
Saturday 18 April - 19th century Oxford
Saturday 25 April - Literary Oxford
Saturday 2 May - Oxford history and architecture
Saturday 9 May - 17th c. Oxford and the British Civil Wars
Saturday 16 May - (Graduation day) - Oxford ceremonies
Saturday 23 May - (Graduation day) - Oxford ceremonies
Saturday 30 May - 19th century Oxford
Saturday 6 June - Literary Oxford
Saturday 13 June - Oxford history and architecture
Saturday 20 June - 17th c. Oxford and the British Civil Wars
Saturday 27 June - Literary Oxford
Saturday 4 July - 19th century Oxford
Saturday 11 July - tbc
Saturday 18 July - (Graduation day) - Oxford ceremonies
- Your tour will be led by an expert, local, independent guide.
Oxford Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
The Best Way to Discover Oxford: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at the History of Science Museum or a visit to The Story Museum and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups.
The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app:
Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way.
Learn the history/legends of each site.
Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations.
What you will visit: Oxford Castle & Prison, The Covered Market, Ashmolean Museum, History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera, The Story Museum, Christ Church, and Christ Church Meadow.
Private Luxury Day Tour of Stonehenge and Bath from Oxford
Visit these two amazing World Heritage sites in one day for a trip to remember - a fascinating journey through 5000 years of English history.
Experience the unforgettable atmosphere of Stonehenge. Step inside reconstructed Neolithic houses to see how the builders of this must-see monument lived. Dig deeper into the story of this enigmatic site at the world-class exhibition center.
In Bath you can enjoy free time to explore at your leisure. You could visit the world-renowned Roman Baths or stunning Bath Abbey, then grab some lunch at one of the many traditional tearooms or pavement cafes.
• Travel in style in our spacious and luxurious vehicles.
• Skip the Stonehenge queues with tickets pre-booked and collected by your guide.
• Enjoy a private guided tour of Bath.
Private Day Tour from London - Stonehenge and Bath
Make the most of your sightseeing by visiting three of England's top destinations in one day on this private tour from London. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, getting to the English countryside is easy. You'll see two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the ancient Stonehenge and Bath, famous for its Roman ruins and Georgian buildings (admission to the sights is at your own expense). Afterward, stroll through the charming Cotswolds village of Castle Combe before heading back to the city.
* Avoid the stress of driving and let someone else handle all the transportation for you.
* Experience several UNESCO World Heritage sites up close.
* This private tour lets you avoid the crowds and enjoy a more personal experience.
* Save time while exploring on this day trip from London.
Sourdough Bread Baking Class
Class Highlights:
Create Your Own Starter: Begin your journey by crafting your own sourdough starter. This foundational element will be the key to your future baking success. Learn the science behind fermentation and how to nurture your starter for optimal results.
Expert Demonstration: Watch and learn as our skilled baker guides you through the sourdough-making process. With years of experience, they’ll share invaluable tips and tricks to perfect your technique, from kneading to shaping, and everything in between.
Customize Your Loaf: Once you've mastered the basics, it’s time to get creative! Discover how to adapt the traditional sourdough loaf by incorporating seeds, herbs, and other delicious add-ins to make it uniquely yours.
The Cotswold Village Trail - 3 days and 4 nights
25 miles, 10 beautiful villages and 3 days of moderate walking. This self guided walking tour is perfect for those wanting to experience the charming Cotswolds but are short on time.
Private Romantic Walking Tour in Oxford
This private walking tour reveals Oxford’s historic and romantic heritage. Ancient streets create a timeless atmosphere for couples.
Begin at the University Church of St Mary the Virgin. Its medieval tower reflects Oxford’s spiritual legacy.Admire the Radcliffe Camera nearby. This classical landmark symbolises centuries of scholarship.
Observe the historic Bodleian Library exterior. Generations of thinkers studied within its ancient walls.Walk beneath the elegant Bridge of Sighs. Why did this graceful bridge inspire such a name?View the Sheldonian Theatre designed by Christopher Wren. Its architecture celebrates England’s classical tradition.
Pause at the Martyrs’ Memorial. It marks a dramatic chapter of religious history.Explore the historic Oxford Castle area. End near Christ Church Cathedral and Magdalen College grounds.
Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.
Oxford to Blenheim Palace with Woodstock Half Day Tour
Explore the largest non-royal palace in England on this convenient Oxford to Blenheim Palace + Woodstock Half-Day Tour, designed for international travellers seeking an efficient, well-organised cultural experience while preserving the rest of the day for other activities. Departing from central Oxford, this tour introduces the charm of Woodstock, with time to enjoy local shops and cafés. Visit Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and birthplace of Winston Churchill, featuring a guided exterior tour followed by free time to explore the interior independently. With seamless transport and expert commentary, you’ll return to Oxford by early afternoon ready for exploring.
- Discover the charm of Woodstock alongside Blenheim Palace
- Guided exterior tour of Blenheim Palace with interior exploration time
- Convenient departure from central Oxford for a stress-free experience
- Ideal for time-conscious international travellers seeking a memorable experience beyond Oxford
Clarkson Farm Inspired Road Trip
Step into the world of Jeremy Clarkson’s hit TV show with this immersive road trip through the Cotswolds. Visit the iconic Diddly Squat Farm Shop, enjoy a pint at Hawkstone Brewery, and relax at The Farmer’s Dog pub—all set against the backdrop of rolling English countryside. Along the way, explore charming villages, sample local produce, and discover the real-life locations that inspired the show. Perfect for fans and countryside explorers alike!
Discover Oxford: Self Guided Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt
Turning the streets of Oxford Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to explore the city!
On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way.
During your Quest, not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by.
As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow.
You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard!
Instant acess with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?
Oxford Ghost Tour - for private hauntings only!
Enjoy a guided tour of one of England's most famous medieval haunted cities. That's right!- for example, the curiously named 'New college' was founded in 1379, literally on top of the Black Death plague pits. So no shortage of spectral monks pay visits to the college. Then we have Sir Thomas Pembroke, the inspiration for Nearly Headless Nick, who has a statue (with his head on) welcoming the youth and the souls past to make use of the eery rooms of the Bodleian library, founded in the 1400s.
Plus learn some urban legends about Oxford's rogues, shady characters and the famous female convict who was sentenced to death but miraculously survived the gallows to live to tell her tale.
Be brave and join us for a night of magic and ghoulish stories and end at a historic pub to watch the latest version of the town versus the gown waging battle of intellect and fists sometimes too!
Oxford City to London Heathrow Airport Private Transfer Service
Private transfers provide a terrific way to get to the airport from your Hotel or Private residence, Depart from Oxford to Heathrow Airport, the easy way with a pre-booked private transfer service, at a time that suits you. A professional driver will pick you up directly from your Hotel or Private residence, AirBnB. Relax and enjoy the ride as you make your way in a comfortable sedan or minivan with a lot of space for your luggage.
• Private door-to-door transfer
• Service available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Enjoy smooth, friendly and hassle-free transfer service
• Rates cover private groups of 1 to 2, 3 to 4 and 5 to 8 passengers
Oxford Spooky Ghost Tour with a Local
A tour with a local, qualified, and enthusiastic guide. Your guide grew up in Oxford, has very in-depth knowledge of the city and has many interesting tales to tell you.
Your guide has carefully curated this tour with a wide range of stories from books, listening to others and their own experiences.
We visit well known buildings from the outside as well as lesser known streets and lanes. Will you see the floating orbs that usually appear on this tour? Will you discover any new ghosts?
3-Hour Private Tour of Oxford With University Alumni Guide
Building upon the success of our 2-hour tour, this extended 3-hour version now includes entry into one of the oldest colleges at Oxford University. It also incorporates visiting the world-famous Bodleian Library, one of the best examples of Medieval architecture in Europe, and a Harry Potter film site. As always, this is done uniquely with our Oxford University student guides.
Secret Cotswolds Tour from Stratford-on-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh
Experience the 'secret' side of the Cotswolds with a local guide in a small and friendly group of up to 16 people.
On our Secret Cotswolds tour, we'll explore picture-postcard Cotswold towns and villages - but not the famously "busy" ones! Escape the crowds of "honeypot" destinations in the Cotswolds and explore stunning, quieter locations, off the usual tourist trail. As well as better known Burford and Broadway, you'll discover the Cotswolds' very own standing stone circle, the timeless village of Stanton and the fascinating Cotswold village of Guiting Power.
Tours depart from Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon, or from Moreton-in-Marsh in the Cotswolds.
Travelling from London or Oxford? Take the train to Moreton-in-Marsh! You'll skip all the traffic, enjoy a charming, scenic train ride, and get to spend even longer in the beautiful Cotswolds!
Private Cotswold Village Tour - 4th & 5th guest travel FREE
THIS TOUR IS EXCLUSIVE TO YOUR GROUP ONLY
Having lived in the Cotswolds for over 50 years we know where the hidden gems are, we have also worked in the hospitality industry for many years.
This EXCLUSIVE tour is for your group ONLY from 2-11 passengers.
Why not come up from London Paddington or Oxford on the train and we can meet you at Moreton in Marsh train station.
We have pick up points in Cheltenham, Winchcombe, Broadway and Moreton in Marsh (if you can't reach those points please contact us to see if we can help)
Our beautiful Cotswold tour takes you on a stunning journey through many villages and towns, all in the comfort of our luxury vehicles. The tour does a loop from Winchcombe to Stanway - Stanton - Broadway (we stop here for 30 minutes) - Broadway Tower - Chipping Campden - Moreton in Marsh, Stow on the Wold - The Slaughters - Bourton on the Water (we stop here for 30 minutes) - Guiting Power - Winchcombe
We can stop at any of these villages for you take a photos
Cotswolds Day Tour from Oxford
Step into the heart of the Cotswolds in style with our luxury small-group tour, departing conveniently from Oxford. Travel in comfort aboard our premium minibus as your knowledgeable local guide brings the landscape to life with stories, history, and hidden gems along the way.
This carefully curated experience takes you to some of the most iconic and picturesque villages in the Cotswolds—including Burford, Bibury, and Bourton-on-the-Water. With generous time at each stop, you can truly soak in the honey-stone architecture, charming riverside scenes, and timeless rural atmosphere.
Forget the rush of big tour buses which cannot access all areas due to restrictions —this is a more personal, relaxed way to explore the Cotswolds, designed to immerse you in its beauty, culture, and charm from the moment you leave Oxford.
Gin Distillery Experience with Sky Wave Gin
In this 75 minute Distillery Experience, you'll enjoy a complimentary G&T on arrival whilst you listen to the story of Sky Wave, how we started and why. You'll learn how we make our gin, what makes it so delicious and smooth, and you'll meet our three stills. You'll then go on to taste three of our gins in the style of International spirits competitions, and learn first-hand just how delicious they are. Finally, you'll be invited to enjoy your 10% discount on shop purchases, valid on the day of your Experience only.
Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon
Experience the best of the northern Cotswolds with a fun, friendly local guide in a small group of up to 16 people. We'll explore picture-postcard Cotswold towns and villages including Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury and Bourton-on-the-Water. There's also the stunning Dover's Hill viewpoint, scenic back roads, and our "secret" off-the-beaten-track village, which many customers agree is a highlight of the tour!
Tours depart from Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon, or from Moreton-in-Marsh in the Cotswolds, so make an ideal day trip for visitors staying in these towns. It's also very easy to take a day trip by train from London Paddington, Oxford or Worcester (to Moreton-in-Marsh), or from Birmingham (to Stratford-upon-Avon).
If you're travelling from London or Oxford, we think it's best to take the train to the Cotswolds and meet a tour here - you'll skip all the traffic, take a charming, scenic train ride, and get to spend even longer in the beautiful Cotswolds!
Small and Exclusive Oxford Highlights Tour
*SMALL GROUP TOUR - NUMBER RESTRICTED - *QUALIFIED GUIDES*
The tour capacity is approx half the size of other group tours in Oxford and guides are fully qualified - members of The Institute of Tourist Guiding and The Oxford Guild of Tour guides. We are delighted to offer this 'Oxford Highlights' tour to experience the very best of Oxford. Meet at Christ Church memorial gardens for this comprehensive walking tour of the university and see many of the famous colleges and university buildings. Find out how Oxford works and why it is here. Learn about the many famous people who have studied here. This tour represents outstanding value for money as we keep our groups small in size - this allows you to ask questions and interact and for the guide to tune into particular interests. NOTE; 4 pax required to be able to operate this tour and we reserve the right to cancel.
London to Oxford Day Tour incl Christ Church and Bodleian
Discover the historic charm of Oxford on this immersive day tour from London. Travel in a luxury minibus and enjoy a guided experience led by Oxford University students. Visit the iconic Bodleian Library, explore Christ Church College, and engage with vibrant stories and insider knowledge that breathe life into this academic haven. With ample free time to wander, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the traditions and architecture that define Oxford's prestigious heritage.
- Full-day tour lasting approximately 10 hours from London to Oxford
- Includes transportation, entrance to Bodleian Library, Christ Church College and another College at Oxford
- Small group sizes for a personal and engaging experience
- Guided by current Oxford University students, ensuring authentic insights
Bath & South Cotswolds from Stratford-on-Avon / Moreton-in-Marsh
On this small group tour, embark on a journey through the wilder, sparser southern Cotswolds. Admire countryside views, discover ‘royal’ Tetbury, and step back in time in tiny Castle Combe. You'll explore the amazing World Heritage City of Bath, too!
After collecting our guests from Stratford-upon-Avon (08.50) or Moreton-in-Marsh (09.30), we'll travel to Tetbury. This small, pretty and typically Cotswold market town is known for its quaint streets, historic market hall and great shopping - especially if you're into antiques. King Charles III lives at the nearby Highgrove Estate!
From Tetbury, it's on to the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath. First, we’ll make a quick photo stop at the iconic Royal Crescent. Then, we’ll drop you in the centre of Bath for 2 hours 45 minutes of free time to explore with maps we’ll provide. Grab lunch on the go so you can see as much as possible!
Lastly, explore idyllic Castle Combe, consistently ranked as the “prettiest village in England”!