Local Attractions
Blenheim Palace
Home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough, Blenheim Palace is the birth place of Sir Winston Churchill and a World Heritage Site.
Blenheim Palace was a gift from Queen Anne and a grateful nation to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough following his famous victory at the Battle of Blenheim in 1704. Visit the gilded State Rooms, which house one of the finest collections in Europe, and the fascinating visitor experience, 'Blenheim Palace: The Untold Story'. The Churchill Exhibition includes the room where Sir Winston Churchill was born 1874.
Broughton Castle
"Broughton Castle ... about the most beautiful castle in all England ... for sheer loveliness of the combination of water, woods and picturesque buildings."
A generous tribute from historian Sir Charles Oman in 1898, and one continued by the noted diarist James Lees-Milne in a 1989 entry"It is still the most romantic house imaginable. English to the core, as Henry James says. ... Perfection, what with moat, gatehouse, church, and gorgeous orange and buff stone".
Upton House
1930s millionaire's mansion
A magnificent house built in the golden age of country living by the heir of the Shell Oil fortune, Walter Samuel, an avid art collector.
Vibrantly atmospheric in its flashes of Art Deco design, the house still buzzes with the excitement of its 1930s heyday. You can join the house party, listen, touch, read and explore to discover more. View the outstanding collections of paintings and porcelain as well as soaking up the views in the superb gardens.
Castle Quay Shopping Centre
The Premier Shopping Centre
Welcome to Castle Quay Shopping Centre at the heart of Banbury, North Oxfordshire. With over 100 stores including big name High Street brands, cafés, restaurant and specialist independent stores, you'll find something for everyone. Castle Quay Shopping Centre is not just about shopping, our younger visitors can now join the fantastic Rocket's Kids' Club for exciting games, puzzles, a members pack and more.
Chipping Norton Golf Club
Voted as one of the top three courses in Oxfordshire by National Club Golfer magasine, Chipping Norton Golf Club is delighted to offer residents of Fairlawns Guest House a 30%
reduction on green fees. Please ask at reception for more details.
http://www.chippingnortongolfclub.com/