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Old Sep 5th, 2016, 10:04 PM
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Can't believe no one suggested Kelmscott, William Morris's magical manor. It is very close to Burford but opening hours are limited. It is truly in a category by itself and unmissable.
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Old Sep 6th, 2016, 04:19 AM
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Kelmscott is wonderful. The main problem is it will only be open on the day they drive from Bath to Burford and the day they drive from Burford to LHR -- so yes they could maybe squeeze it in but logistically would take planning.
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Old Sep 6th, 2016, 05:37 AM
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I liked Kelmscott but I'm a fan of the Arts & Crafts movement. (Been to Buscot Park and the Red House also.) But I didn't think it quite so wonderful as Boveney and janisj did. Their accolades may set up others to be disappointed.
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Old Apr 22nd, 2017, 02:44 PM
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Hi everyone,

I wanted to say thanks! We had a lovely time in England last year. So many wonderful sights. One Cotswolds highlight, especially for husband, was Kelmscott--we fit in in on the drive from Bath to Burford. I'll post a trip report separately.

Cheers and thanks. NOLA
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Old Apr 22nd, 2017, 02:56 PM
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We stayed in Burford for four days, and what we enjoyed most was going on a circle walk through the fields past an old chapel to a village where the Mitford girls had lived. We went to the church where their family was buried and ate in a nearby pub. Then we walked back to Burford. It was a lovely day.
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Old Apr 23rd, 2017, 07:21 AM
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Which village was that, Saraho?
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Old Apr 23rd, 2017, 07:44 AM
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It is Asthall . . .
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