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13:56
Grab a pint at Turf Tavern before heading out. It is a well-known local favorite with a nice beer garden, perfect for a pre-walk refreshment.
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University of Oxford Botanic Garden
Walk from the pub to the University of Oxford Botanic Garden. Arrive just as the late afternoon sun begins to filter through the trees, exploring the oldest scientific garden in the country.
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Head north-northwest to the Oxford University Parks. This is the moment to find a spot along the paths by the Cherwell River. The golden light hits the water and the expansive green spaces, offering a serene view away from the city center bustle.
15:56
End your walk at The Lamb and Flag, a historic pub just a short stroll from the Parks. It was a meeting place for the Inklings literary group, including C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, and offers a cozy atmosphere to unwind.
Local tip
The Botanic Garden closes at 4 PM in winter. Ensure you have enough time to explore the grounds before the gates close, as last admission is 45 minutes before closing time.
Check before you go
- The Botanic Garden is closed on the last day of the month in some seasons, but generally open daily. Check the official website for specific closure dates.
- Turf Tavern and The Lamb and Flag are popular spots; arriving earlier in the sequence helps avoid queues.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Oxford (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).