CHESTERTON HOTEL BICESTER REOPENS Newly refurbished and under new ownership, the Chesterton Hotel Bicester is a stunning boutique hotel set on the edge of the Cotswolds on the fringes of the picturesque village of Chesterton. From the outside, this picturesque 16th-century farmhouse is every inch the quintessential Cotswolds stone building. Inside, stunning new interiors seamlessly blend mid-century modern with urban industrial design elements in striking visual contrast to its classic ‘cottage core’ exterior. It’s home to 17 individually styled bedrooms with creature comforts including private Juliet balconies overlooking the garden, bathrooms with floor-to-ceiling black marble, plush carpet, king- or twin-sized beds, flat-screen televisions and Nespresso machines. The elegant bar and brasserie boast on-trend black and white chequered flooring, an original fireplace and extensive menus. Mouth-watering dishes include classic beef tartare, lobster bisque, corn-fed chicken roulade and vegetarian and vegan options. The hotel is also known for its delicious cocktails and afternoon tea. The public areas are comfortable and chic mixing smart leather with brass and touches of plush velvet, perfect for its fashion-forward clientele, many of whom check-in for the designer shopping experience at nearby Bicester Village located two miles away. World heritage site Blenheim Palace is also close, just 10 miles away. The informal grounds are home to a peaceful water garden, soft green meadows and coppices and the property provides a picturesque wedding venue for up to 260 guests. To book, visit www.thechestertonhotel.com ESCAPE TO OXFORD CAMPAIGN INCLUDES AFFORDABLE THINGS TO DO Experience Oxfordshire, the destination management organisation for Oxfordshire, is encouraging visitors to Escape to Oxford with the launch of a new campaign funded by VisitEngland. The local marketing initiative forms part of the National Tourist Board’s ‘Escape the Everyday’ marketing campaign supporting England’s tourism industry recovery. Visitors will be encouraged to book experiences including walking tours, River Thames cruises, open-top bus rides, theatre shows at New Theatre Oxford and hotel stays in a variety of properties including St Margaret’s Hotel. A highlight is a luxury shopping experience in nearby Bicester Village. Hayley Beer-Gamage, CEO of Experience Oxfordshire tells us, “We’re excited to see Escape to Oxford showcasing the city, and county, alongside other destinations across England as part of the national VisitEngland campaign.” Andrew Stokes, director of VisitEngland adds, “With the slower return of international tourists, now is the time to visit our wonderful cities and remind ourselves why they are such a draw. The funding will also support local businesses who have been working so hard to welcome visitors back and provide a stand-out experience.” www.experienceoxfordshire.org EDITOR LOVES This cute wedding dress candle, £10, and couples wedding candle, £10, are from the latest collection from https://noneofyourrbeeswax.com 10
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