This time took my road warrior skills to go again to jolly England with the Le Shuttle train service (see post), and my Ford ; towing along my good boys and wonderful Rex! It was a very nice trip going into the countryside and seeing several towns of wonderul architecture and history, This one is a must and one of our highlights of the trip, we will be back, eventually, I need to put this post as an introduction to the city, do see my follow up posts in my blog, Therefore, let me tell you about this is Oxford, England !!! Hope you enjoy the post as I.
The City of Oxford is located in Oxfordshire, England, about 90 km from London. The Cherwell and Thames rivers flow through Oxford and meet south of the city. In Oxford, the Thames is called the Isis. The city is served by the M40 motorway, which connects London to Birmingham. It makes a wide arc around Oxford remaining 16 km from the center to avoid the Forest Territory.
Oxford’s buildings exemplify all periods of English architecture, from the arrival of the Anglo-Saxons to the present day. It is nicknamed “the city of dreaming spires,” a phrase coined by the poet Matthew Arnold to describe the harmonious architecture of Oxford University’s buildings.
We saw a Wendy’s burger place at 1 Magdalen St across from the Church St Mary Magdalen but unfortunaly it does not allow dogs and that is a no no for us, We were thinking of reviving old memories from Florida oh well tant pis,
Instead walking we felled into O’Neill’s Pub at 37 George Street , and just around the corner next to it in New Inn Hall street, we found on street parking for free ! , and what a surprise again, a happening place with great food and friendly folks, Their read says located in the centre of Oxford and only a short walk from the train station, O’Neill’s Oxford is the best venue to watch sport or dance the night away with your mates. Come down and enjoy the craic with Eamon and the team. We are also close to Oxford theatre, so why not grab a bite to eat and a pint with us before the big event! We also offer live music and karaoke every weekend, which is sure to have you up on your feet! Grab a table for a craic’ing feast, beer and banter or cocktails and catchups , there are plenty of reasons to visit us, Indeed we will be back, eventually, We had, of course, the fish and chips with a modelo beer as the local Sharp was ouf of stock ,those students !!!
The official O’Neill’s Pub of Oxford : https://www.oneills.co.uk/national-search/south-east/oxford#/
A bit of history tell us that the Saxons were the first to settle the site of Oxford, which they called “Oxnaforda.” A priory was founded there in the 8c by Princess Frithuswith, later considered the city’s patron saint, but the first written mention of it dates from 912. In the 10C, Oxford became an important military frontier town between the kingdoms of Mercia and Wessex and was repeatedly raided by the Danes. Oxford’s prestige was confirmed by a charter from King Henry II of England, granting its citizens the same rights and privileges enjoyed by London, Religious orders of various kinds (Dominicans, Franciscans, Carmelites, Augustinians, and Trinitarians) maintained establishments of varying sizes in Oxford. Parliament frequently met in the city during the 13th century. The Provisions of Oxford were established there by a group of barons led by Simon de Montfort. These documents are often considered the first written constitution of England.
During the First English Civil War, and despite the city’s strong support for the Parliamentarian cause, Oxford hosted the court of Charles I in 1642, after the king was expelled from London. In 1646, the city surrendered to the Parliamentarian forces of General Thomas Fairfax during the Siege of Oxford. In 1790, the Oxford Canal connected the city to Coventry. The new canal was connected to the Thames in 1789 by the Duke’s Cut, built by George Spencer, 4th Duke of Marlborough. In 1796, the Oxford Canal Company built its own link to the Thames at Isis Lock. The title of Earl of Oxford was created in 1142 by Empress Matilda for Aubrey de Vere. It is one of the oldest titles in the English peerage. Held by the de Vere family until 1703, it became dormant upon the death of the 20th Earl.
The City of Oxford on its heritage : https://www.oxford.gov.uk/visit-oxford
The Oxford University on sights of Oxford : https://www.ox.ac.uk/visitors/visiting-oxford
The Oxford tourist office on its heritage : https://www.experienceoxfordshire.org/
There you go folks , do dare drive in jolly England, it’s an adventure of a lifetime, and you will be back !!! as we have lol! Until another round chasing Sherlock we will be saying elementary my dear Watson to you all. Again, hope you enjoy this post on this is Oxford, England !!! as I
And remember, happy travels, good health, and many cheers to all !!!
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