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  Woodstock, Oxfordshire - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Woodstock is a small town in Oxfordshire in the United Kingdom.
Woodstock was the scene of King Henry II's courtship of Rosamund Clifford (Fair Rosamund).
The town hall of Woodstock was built in 1766 after the designs of Sir William Chambers, and there are a number of 17th century buildings in the centre.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Woodstock,_Oxfordshire   (525 words)

  
 Woodstock Festival - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Woodstock Festival held that weekend represented the culmination of the counterculture of the 1960s and the ultimate climax of the "hippie era".
Three persons died at Woodstock: one from a heroin overdose, one from a ruptured appendix, and one from being run over by a tractor while sleeping in a nearby hayfield.
Woodstock has been romanticized and idealized in American popular culture as the culmination of the hippie movement — a free festival where nearly 500,000 people came together to celebrate peace and love.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Woodstock   (2182 words)

  
 OXTowns.co.uk :: Woodstock
Woodstock, eight miles North of Oxford, is often visited for two reasons; Blenheim Palace and Sir Winston Churchill's grave in nearby Bladon.
King Alfred is reputed to have stayed at Woodstock in 890.
Glove-making was once Woodstock's chief industry, but the town now prospers more from the tourists who flock to Blenheim Palace.
www.oxtowns.co.uk /woodstock   (267 words)

  
 The Feathers: Food
The Feathers Hotel, situated in the centre of historic Woodstock just a few miles from the University city of Oxford, is a privately owned 17th century country town hotel.
Woodstock is one of England's most beautiful and famous country towns.
Woodstock is just one hour's drive from London Heathrow, Birmingham and Cheltenham - Shakespeare's Stratford is a mere 45 minutes away.
www.feathers.co.uk   (188 words)

  
 The Punchbowl Inn, Woodstock, Oxfordshire
The Punchbowl Inn dates from the eighteenth century and is situated only 8 miles from Oxford in the historic town of Woodstock.
This traditional inn is located on the road between Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon, close to the gates of Blenheim Palace.
Based in the centre of Woodstock, the grade 2 listed building with its exposed beams, and open fireplaces enjoys a unique atmosphere.
www.oxtowns.co.uk /woodstock/punchbowl   (123 words)

  
 Woodstock Oxfordshire, a TourUK tourist information guide
Woodstock, 8 miles from Oxford on the A34 north
Woodstock overshadowed by the popular, and rightly so, Blenheim Palace which is nearby, the town is small but with some nice stone buildings and decent pubs for lunch.
Punchbowl Inn situated in the centre of Woodstock, close to the entrance to Blenhiem Palace.
www.touruk.co.uk /oxford/oxf_wood.htm   (458 words)

  
 Woodstock Oxfordshire
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www.woodstock-oxfordshire.co.uk   (608 words)

  
 The Bear Hotel, Woodstock, Oxfordshire
Woodstock is ideally placed for Oxford, the Cotswolds and Stratford-up on-Avon.
The Bear Hotel at Woodstock is one of the original coaching inns of old England.
Woodstock has been a royal manor since time immemorial - the earliest records going back 50 years before the Norman Conquest when Ethelred held a council here.
www.e-travelguide.info /bear   (486 words)

  
 Hotels, Inns, Bed and Breakfast Accommodation Woodstock, Oxfordshire, UK.
Hotels, inns, guesthouses and bed and breakfast accommodation in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England.
The Kings Arms is privately owned and is centrally located in the historic town of Woodstock, providing a combination of traditional and contemporary styles.
Woodstock is also at the gateway to the Cotswolds, close to Oxford and Str...
www.databrowse.co.uk /hotels/Oxfordshire/Woodstock.html   (528 words)

  
 Woodstock Poor Law Union and Workhouse
In 1778, the sum of £80 given by Woodstock MP John Skinner was used to set up a workhouse in Hollow Way, next to the corporation's almshouses, the site of the later Olivet chapel.
In 1804 Oxfordshire Session Rolls refer to a case of inhumanity by the workhouse Master.
Woodstock, at this time, was not actually the biggest parish in the union — its population of 1,380 came second to Deddington's total of 1,590.
users.ox.ac.uk /~peter/workhouse/Woodstock/Woodstock.shtml   (1182 words)

  
 Winston Churchill - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Winston Churchill was born in Blenheim Palace in Woodstock, Oxfordshire; he arrived unexpectedly early when his mother was attending a ball.
As was typical for upper-class boys at that time, he spent much of his childhood at boarding schools.
At Churchill's request, he was buried in the family plot at St Martin Church, Bladon, near Woodstock, not far from his birthplace at Blenheim.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Winston_Churchill   (9509 words)

  
 The Killingworth Castle - Inn and Fine Dining near Woodstock, Oxfordshire
Killingworth Castle is proud to be shortlisted to the last 5 for the CAMRA, North Oxford, pub of the year 2002.
The inn is situated on the edge of picturesque Wootton village, just 2 miles from Woodstock and convenient for touring the Cotswolds, visiting the university city of Oxford and Blenheim Palace.
The inn retains much of the character of the original building; in the main bar area there are beamed ceilings, a beautiful beech floor and two large stone fireplaces, one with a wood burning stove for the cold winter days and nights.
www.killingworthcastle.tablesir.com   (261 words)

  
 oxfordshire   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
There’s one facilities block, to conventional CC standards (scrupulously clean but so little room in the shower cubicles that keeping dry after the shower is impossible [the floor of the "dry" half drains too slowly so you dress standing in puddles]).
The charming town of Woodstock is also an easy walk, there are plenty of pubs and restaurants as well as takeaways.
Woodstock is a nice village but has little parking.
www.eclipse.co.uk /~su1884/oxon.htm   (6493 words)

  
 Oxfordshire
To the north is the village of Woodstock, site of Blenheim Palace and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill in 1874.
Relics of prehistoric and Roman habitation are preserved in different areas of the county.
Excellent hospitality from the Crown and Thistle, built in 1605 and located close to the Abbey and the River Thames.
www.fatbadgers.co.uk /oxfordshire.htm   (1278 words)

  
 William KNIBBS\Ellen DRINKWATER   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
William KNIBBS, son of John KNIBBS and Ann WHITE, was born January 10,1846 in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England.
Sarah Knibbs 20 Oxon Woodstock Oxon Woodstock Glove Machinist
Leah Knibbs 16 Oxon Woodstock Oxon Woodstock Glove Machinist
www.btinternet.com /~knibbs.family/fam448.html   (612 words)

  
 The Laurels - Woodstock - The Laurels Reviews - TripAdvisor
When we were trying to find a place to stay in or near Oxford, we came upon Woodstock.
Oxfordshire: "Cheap but nice accommodation near Benson on Easter Sunday"
Explore our site to find travel information and unbiased reviews on Woodstock tourism, attractions, maps and much more.
tripadvisor.com /Hotel_Review-g186362-d493027-Reviews-The_Laurels-Woodstock...   (297 words)

  
 WOODSTOCK OXFORDSHIRE
The Woodstock Community Website is run by the local community.
We are keen to make this site interesting and as useful as possible to the people of Woodstock, so if you have any suggestions on how we can improve it, please let us know.
If you belong to a local group or society which would like to feature on this website we can show you how to create and edit your own page.
www.woodstock-oxon.net   (236 words)

  
 Woodstock, Vermont, New England, USA
Several possibilities exist for the name: Woodstock, Connecticut; Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England, a medieval royal residence; either of two men named William Bentinck (father and son), both at one time or another, Viscount Woodstock.
Long a favorite summer resort and near the site of the first ski tow in the US, the district illustrates harmonious development over nearly two centuries.
There isn't even the slightest suggestion that one can necessarily travel directly from one town to the next (as in "You can't get there from here").
www.virtualvermont.com /towns/woodstock.html   (298 words)

  
 Woodstock
Woodstock is closely linked with Blenheim Palace on its doorstep.
The landscaped parkland of the Palace estate comes right up to the edge of the town.
Woodstock, with a Georgian flavour readily apparent in the streets and houses of the town centre, has its market place tucked off the main Oxford to Stratford-upon-Avon road, making it both an accessible and charming base.
www.the-cotswolds.org /top/english/know/villages/woodstock   (62 words)

  
 William John KNIBBS\ UNKNOWN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
William John KNIBBS, son of William James KNIBBS and Mary BREWSTER, was born bef.
March 22, 1903 in Woodstock District, Oxfordshire, England.
Woodstock and was one of the first Woodstock firemen.
knibbs.family.users.btopenworld.com /fam475.html   (225 words)

  
 Duke of Marlborough Country Inn, Woodstock   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Europe » United Kingdom » England » Oxfordshire » Woodstock
A great place to stay when in Woodstock, where the kind, friendly and helpful hosts Jan and Derek ensure you'll have a pleasant stay.
These two are very nice people and if you are in Woodstock, pay them a visit - you'll be glad you did.
travelblog.org /Europe/.../England/Oxfordshire/Woodstock/blog-9312.html   (291 words)

  
 Edward III Koenig VON ENGLAND/Philippa Countess VON HAINAULT-HOLLAND
Name: Edward "Black Prinz" Prinz VON WALES-AQUITAINE Born: 15 Jun 1330 at: Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England Married: 1345-1369 at: Died: 8 Jun 1376 at: Westminster, England, bur.
Name: ISABELLA Born: 16 Jun 1332 at: Woodstock Palace, Oxfordshire, England Married: 27 Jul 1365 at: Windsor, England Died: BEF.
Name: Isabel Prinzessin VON ENGLAND Born: 16 Jun 1332 at: Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England Married: 27 Jul 1365 at: Windsor, Berkshire, England Died: BEF.
www.usgennet.org /family/baicon/data/fam12234.htm   (815 words)

  
 Woodstock Literary Festival   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
And not forgetting the younger generation, we have a couple of events for children with John Foster and Ian Whybrow.
Your weekend celebrating books ends with a special dinner in Woodstock’s Italian restaurant, La Galleria, where you can hear John Julius Norwich reveal the secrets behind the diaries of his father, Duff Cooper.
We look forward to welcoming you to Woodstock, a town enhanced by its long history and its delightful small individual shops, restaurants and tea rooms.
www.wakeuptowoodstock.com /loadpage.asp?id=woodstock_LF   (435 words)

  
 George Henry ALBURY\Harriet Jane KNIBBS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
He married Harriet Jane KNIBBS January 30, 1870 in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England.
Harriet Jane KNIBBS, daughter of John KNIBBS and Ann WHITE, was born bef.
Harriet Albury 53 Oxon Woodstock Oxon Woodstock Glove Machinist
www.btinternet.com /~knibbs.family/fam447.html   (253 words)

  
 John KNIBBS\Catherine WRIGHT   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
John KNIBBS, son of John KNIBBS and Rachel GRIMMET, was born bef.
He married Catherine WRIGHT January 03, 1825 in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England.
Also at Woodstock at the 1841 census is a John KNIBBS aged 13, but living
knibbs.family.users.btopenworld.com /fam442.html   (194 words)

  
 BUG - Backpackers Guide to budget travel in Henley-on-Thames, Oxford and Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England
Founded in 1163, this lovely village 13km north of Oxford is best known as the site of the World Heritage Blenheim Palace.
Sir John Vanbrugh designed the lavishly appointed Blenheim Palace in the baroque style and it is decked out with a collection of fine furniture, paintings, sculptures and tapestries.
This museum has displays on Oxfordshire's history and culture and includes displays of Roman artefacts and the Stonesfield Carpet Textile Trail.
www.bugeurope.com /destinations/uken-oxfordshire.html   (1081 words)

  
 Manor Farmhouse, Manor Road, Bladon, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1RU,, England, Britain, from Alastair Sawday's ...
Manor Farmhouse, Manor Road, Bladon, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1RU,
At r'bout, 1 mile before Woodstock, left onto A4095 into Bladon.
Last left in village; house on 2nd bend in road, with iron railings.
www.specialplacestostay.com /search/display.php?FileID=bbb2098   (214 words)

  
 Shopping Woodstock Oxford Oxfordshire UK
Shopping Woodstock Oxford Oxfordshire UK Visit our One Village Outlet store:
We have an Outlet shop in Woodstock, West Oxfordshire – home of Blenheim park and palace.
One Village On the A44 in Woodstock, Oxfordshire
www.onevillage.org /shops.htm   (111 words)

  
 The Kings Arms Hotel and Restaurant, Woodstock, Oxfordshire
The Kings Arms Hotel and Restaurant, Woodstock, Oxfordshire
The Kings Arms Hotel is privately owned by David and Sara Sykes and is centrally located in Woodstock making it highly favoured as a comfortable and convenient hotel.
Having undergone a half million pound refurbishment involving the addition of seven more de-luxe bedrooms and doubling the size of the restaurant, this listed Georgian building has now been awarded 3-star quality rating by the AA and Southern Tourist Board.
www.kings-hotel-woodstock.co.uk   (141 words)

  
 The Bear Hotel, Woodstock, Oxfordshire
The Bear enjoys a prime location in the heart of Woodstock, close to the major roads and motorways in the heart of England - it is the perfect venue to hold your Conference, Board Meeting or interviews.
The old Glove Factory Conference Centre offers four state-of-the-art air-conditioned rooms, with wooden beams and special features.
Our dedicated Conference Team looks forward to ensuring your day runs smoothly and the Head Chef and his team looks forward to preparing the meals to delight and impress you.
www.e-travelguide.info /bear/conference.htm   (151 words)

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