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JRR Tolkiens Oxford and Cotswolds Driving Tour

By Dragon Lore
Free cancellation available
Price is £645 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
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Overview

Explore the enchanting landscapes that inspired J.R.R. Tolkien on this immersive driving tour through Oxford and the Cotswolds. Visit ancient sites like the Rollright Stones and the charming Yew Tree Door, believed to have influenced Tolkien's writings. Enjoy a drink at The Bell Inn, the inspiration for the Prancing Pony, and take in breathtaking views from Broadway Tower, reminiscent of Amon Hen. This unique journey blends history, mythology, and literary legacy, perfect for fans of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.

  • Visit iconic locations that inspired Tolkien's Middle-earth
  • Explore ancient monuments like Rollright Stones and Broadway Tower
  • Enjoy a drink at The Bell Inn, modelled on the Prancing Pony
  • A blend of cultural insights and scenic drives through historic England

Entry to Broadway Tower is not included; your guide can arrange tickets on the day if you wish to go inside, or you can enjoy the views from outside or visit an alternative nearby stop.

Activity location

  • St. Edward's Church
    • Sheep Street
    • GL54 1AB, Stow-on-the-Wold, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 10 Philbeach Gdns
    • 10 Philbeach Gardens
    • SW5 9DY, London, England, United Kingdom

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JRR Tolkiens Oxford and Cotswolds Driving Tour
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
£645.00 x 1 Traveller£645.00
Total
Price is £645.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fuel surcharge
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Parking Fees
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A post tour overview of the tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Breakfast
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Broadway Tower

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a private individual (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

St. Edward's Church

  • 2h
Famed as the “Tolkien Door.” Local legend says Tolkien visited here and drew inspiration for the Doors of Durin at Moria

The Bell

  • 1h
Recognised as Tolkien’s inspiration for the Prancing Pony in Bree. Tolkien was a frequent visitor, often meeting friends and relatives here

Broadway Tower

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Perched atop one of the Cotswolds’ highest hills, Broadway Tower offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside

Moreton-in-Marsh

  • 1h 10m
Marking the historic meeting point of four English counties, this ancient boundary stone inspired Tolkien’s Three-Farthing Stone in the Shire

Rollright Stones

  • 1h 30m
This enigmatic Neolithic complex—older than Stonehenge—consists of standing stones with names like The King’s Men, The Whispering Knights, and The King Stone. The stones are steeped in myth and believed to have inspired the Barrow-downs, a spectral landscape haunted by ancient kings and spirits in The Lord of the Rings.

Exeter College

  • 30m
Tolkien’s alma mater, Exeter’s medieval quadrangles and tranquil gardens provided the foundation for his scholarly life. The college’s history, Gothic beauty, and academic atmosphere directly influenced his reverence for learned lore and the university cities of Middle-earth.

Merton College

  • 30m
Tolkien spent many years teaching at these two colleges. Their ancient courts, vine-clad walls, and peaceful cloisters evoke Rivendell’s timelessness and the wisdom of Elves

University of Oxford Botanic Garden (Pass by)

One of Britain’s oldest botanical gardens, this site was a favourite retreat for Tolkien, who loved to stroll amongst the rare trees. The famed black pine nicknamed “the Tolkien Tree” is said to have inspired the mighty Ents, and the garden’s hornbeam even evokes Quickbeam of Fangorn Forest

Radcliffe Camera

  • 40m
A masterpiece of neoclassical architecture in Radcliffe Square, the Radcliffe Camera’s domed silhouette and dramatic facade have often been compared to Minas Tirith.

Location

Activity location

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    St. Edward's Church
    • Sheep Street
    • GL54 1AB, Stow-on-the-Wold, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    10 Philbeach Gdns
    • 10 Philbeach Gardens
    • SW5 9DY, London, England, United Kingdom

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