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Cowdrays Bed and Breakfast
A 17th Century Farmhouse, now a comfortable family home, in the historic Downland village of East Hendred.
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Cowdrays Bed and Breakfast
Cat Street
East Hendred
Wantage
Oxfordshire
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Description
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We are in an ideal location for exploring this beautiful part of the country. We are 15 Minutes from junction 13 on the M4, 12 miles south of Oxford and 12 miles north of Newbury.
Cowdrays can be found behind a wall and wooden gates, in Cat Street near the intersection of Cat street, Mill Lane, Allins Lane and Orchard Lane.
Our generous accommodation features a TV in every bedroom, tea, coffee & biscuits supplied, and a full English breakfast with fresh eggs from our own hens and home made Jams & Marmalade.
For the benefit and enjoyment of our guests we have a mature, secluded garden, a tennis court, a swimming pool and quite importantly, secure parking behind closed gates.
Should you require it the house has cooking facilities and a private lounge.
There are four pubs within walking distance of our front door - which can't be bad! |
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Local Attractions
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East Hendred -
Before Henry VIII's reign East Hendred was an important centre for the wool and cloth trades. Permission was granted by the Pope in 1256 to build St. Amand's Chapel, and Hendred House where the same family have lived since 1443 was built even earlier. The South of the parish crosses the ancient Ridgeway track and passes Scutchamer Knob, the legendary burial mound of the Saxon king, Cwichelm.
Oxford
The City of Dreaming Spires, For over 800 years, it has been a home to royalty and scholars, and since the 9th century an established town. Oxford has it all from historic buildings, museums, theaters, restaurants and shops.
Newbury
The Market town of Newbury is situated on the crossroads where the M4 meets the A34, it is a bustling market town where the Kennet & Avon canals run through the centre, it is also the home of Newbury racecourse where the Hennessy Gold Cup is run.
Wantage
The old town of Wantage is just 5 miles away. It has a market square witch hosts a market every Wednesday & Saturday, there is also a cinema in the square a museum and many inviting pubs.
Abingdon
Is said to be the oldest town in britain, it has lots of traditional fairs throughout the year as well as the strange custom of Bun throwing, where the Major throws buns from the roof of the 17th century County hall to the people below. The town also boasts beautiful riverside parks and walks.
The Ridgeway
This 85 mile chalk ridge route is said to be Britain's oldest road and was used by prehistoric man.It is perfect for getting away from the hustle of daily life and can be used for long distance walks, a days outing or just a short walk. |
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Location
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Directions From London, Heathrow, Gatwick and the south:
Take the M4 and come off at junction 13,
Follow the A34 north towards Oxford.
Approximately 8 miles from the M4, take the Wantage exit left
and join the A417 ( left ),
Turn left into East Hendred Village.
Directions From M40, Oxford and the north:
Take the A34 towards Newbury,
Exit at Didcot, following the signs to Wantage,
join the A417 ,
Turn left into East Hendred Village.
Directions From Wantage and the West:
Take the A417 towards Reading,
just past the Hare Pub at the bottom of the hill
Turn right into Allins Lane,
at the junction go straight on into Cat Street
Cowdrays gates are a few yards on the right.
Nearest Public House/Bar:
In village
(5
Minutes Walk)
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