The Fox and Hounds, High Street , Uffington, SN77RP

Description

Situated in The Vale of the While Horse off the A420 between Oxford and Swindon Uffington is about 8 miles north of the M4 through Lambourne of race-horse fame. The nearest Market Towns are Faringdon and Wantage each about 15 minutes drive. Shrivenham Defence Academy is just 3 miles away at the Watchfield roundabout on the A420.



The Village has a 13th Century Church shop and Post Office and several literary connections. It was the early home of Thomas Hughes whose renowned book Tom Brown s Schooldays begins in the old school here. It is now an interesting little museum. John Betjeman lived here in the 1930 s and 40 s during which time he wrote many famous works. Tolkein while based in Oxford visited this area and it is said much of his inspiration for Middle Earth came from the Ridgeway nearby.



An ideal base for walking cycling horse-riding angling visiting historic properties golfing or just chilling out at any time of the year. Warm welcome caring staff log fire high standards excellent food and selection of fine beverages including Real Ales. Well-behaved dogs welcome.